Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Some marketing and communications predictions suggest AI will change the world; others see a tailspin of noise and and see humanity as a path for differentiation Most marketing and PR professionals have formed strong viewpoints on AI. That much is apparent I compiled this year’s list of marketing and communications predictions.

Writing 190

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 190

Barokas

DECEMBER 19, 2019

The ways we engage with the media, the journalists we develop relationships with, the focus of our messaging, the strategy behind our content and our overall communications goals are all deeply impacted by the changes in the media landscape. The post PR and Marketing Predictions for 2020 appeared first on Barokas Communications.

Marketing 78

Marketing Employee Trends Study 78

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 4, 2018

The statistics selected can be grouped are heavily weighted along the following topics: Statistics about – or for – the CMO ; Statistics about digital and B2B marketing ; Statistics about PR or media relations ; and. Statistics about content marketing. 9) The purpose of marketing metrics. Most (59%) of U.S.-based

Survey 103

Survey Marketing B2B Content Marketing 103

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

That’s according to an academic study by Julie O’Neil , a professor in strategic communication, and other researchers. is $100,000 in 2020; it’s higher for in-house PR and corporate communications roles at $145,500 and lower for PR agencies at $90,000. Blogs, including independent and corporate blogs, can be credible. The results?

Survey 94

Survey Industry Leadership Study 94

Deirdre Breakenridge

APRIL 10, 2017

No one telling you it’s better to just do what the client asks instead of creating an integrated communications plan. Even in firms with a dozen employees, much—if not all—the business development falls on the founder’s shoulders. Do you have experience with inbound marketing tactics including email drip campaigns?

Travel 281

Travel Technology Conference LinkedIn 281

Presspage

AUGUST 7, 2018

Most brands that produce and publish content or news incorporate an online newsroom into their website, driving traffic from Internet searches and social media to the external communications hub. Storytelling for Brands Brand storytelling has the potential to build awareness, interest, and engagement for organizations of all sizes.

Case Study 97

Case Study Storytelling Study Social Media 97

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 6, 2017

Sometimes, that means simple tweaks to make a generalization more specific, like when our digital publisher client wanted to share expertise on storytelling in healthcare marketing. We develop a content marketing strategy that encompasses: Expert commentary – weighing in on relevant news. Share and share alike.

Leadership 149

Leadership Trade Shows Healthcare Education 149

Polaris

DECEMBER 14, 2014

Most useful offline reference resource: Epic Content Marketing by Joe Pulizzi. Joe Pulizzi, the godfather of content marketing, wrote this book in 2014. It’s an instant classic that helps us achieve improved results while marketing less by doing “epic content marketing.” 2 Kathi Kruse.

Marketing 251

Marketing Resources Content Marketing Leadership 251

Communications Conversations

MARCH 16, 2015

If you live outside the Twin Cities area, you may not have heard the big news this week: Target laid off 1,700 employees on Tuesday. Changing… Heather Cmiel , formerly of Bellmont PR, recently took a job as marketing communications strategist at 3M. Including a few friends of mine. Great news, Katie! Congrats Alison!

Case Study 60

Case Study Corporate Storytelling Social Media 60

Presspage

APRIL 12, 2018

Here’s a scary stat I read in Wired magazine regarding national election reporting: In November 2012, it took four employees at the Washington Post, 25 hours to compile and post a fraction of the election results. Brands who understand these two sides of the same storytelling coin are going to prosper.

Company 111

Company Media Journalism Report 111

PR 20/20

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Some roles to consider on your marketing dream team : Content writer. Graphic designer / visual storyteller. Studies show that only 23 percent of employees feel they receive the right amount of recognition for their work, while only 19 percent of managers say recognition is a priority at their workplace. Data analyst.

Marketing 52

Marketing Technology Internal International 52

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

a) Many community newspapers going away and hopefully still being available in some kind of online format. c) More companies create their own content and channels to reach audiences instead of traditional media channels. d) Influencer marketing to cool off as far as the amounts of money companies are paying influencers.”.

Marketing 187

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 187

Shift Communications

OCTOBER 26, 2015

Blogging isn’t going out of style any time soon; with the ascent of content marketing, blogging, podcasting and video are on the minds of marketers and PR professionals all the time. Flash back to the struggles that employees had under the old system. Vice President, Marketing Technology. Let’s back up a bit.

Blogging 60

Blogging Enterprise System Media 60

Shift Communications

MAY 4, 2016

It is with pride and excitement that we announce the acquisition of SHIFT Communications by NATIONAL Public Relations –the largest PR firm in Canada, with a storied history in the region and a reputation for good work and fair dealing. I know, it’s a little jarring at first to hear this news. It’s gonna be fun. Todd Defren.

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Data-Driven PR Agency Travel Meeting 0

PR 20/20

JUNE 25, 2019

Values-based messaging (32%) was more effective than product-focused communications (26%) in driving advocacy. Communicate your purpose to build trust and loyalty. PR 20/20 works with stakeholders across the company (employees, customers, leadership and beyond) to consult and align on the brand core. Source: Edelman , 2018).

Marketing 52

Marketing Storytelling Technology Community 52

Waxing UnLyrical

DECEMBER 7, 2016

The onset of content marketing and emergence “owned media” has turned the storytelling torch into a shared thing that is jointly owned by traditional media and brands. We leveraged LinkedIn Pulse and several employees’ blogs to create a communal narrative about the funding. Yes, we did that.).

Employee 40

Employee LinkedIn Engineering Leadership 40

Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Great content marketing has the power to do that. Today’s audiences come across so much mediocre content that looks and sounds the same. Lately, innovative marketing teams have been thinking beyond the standard blog post. Way back in 2011, some employees at HubSpot had an idea. After evaluating over 6.9

B2B 57

B2B Content Marketing Trends Marketing 57

Prohibition

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Overview of Tech PR Tech PR is the strategic use of communications and relationships to build the reputation of a brand or business in the technology industry. Tech PR also involves securing media coverage and amplifying content through storytelling to reach the right target audience.

Strategy 62

Strategy Brand Branding Technology 62

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

APRIL 9, 2024

That’s the magic of integrating PR strategies into social media marketing. The evolution of brand communication Remember the days when businesses would send out press releases to a black hole, hoping someone would pick it up? Crafting stories that resonate One key aspect of merging PR with digital strategies is the art of storytelling.

Social Media 92

Social Media Marketing Media Storytelling 92

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 22, 2020

The list below is broken into four sections: Marketing statistics from 2020. Content marketing statistics from 2020. The survey found, “The top three areas live event budgets will be reallocated to are content creation (43%): hosted webinars (40%); and search marketing (33%).”. Social media statistics from 2020.

Survey 174

Survey Marketing B2B Study 174

Onclusive

OCTOBER 3, 2017

For marketers, this makes brand awareness a huge challenge: How do we stand out above the noise? Marketers and communicators are now competing for consumer attention amid Facebook posts, Buzzfeed memes, blog posts, articles, texts and more. Duncan Alney, CEO, Firebelly Marketing. That’s participation marketing.”.

Brand 246

Brand Branding eBook Leadership 246

Onclusive

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

What smart marketers learned using MarTech and Marketing automation was that their online videos, ads, and email marketing campaigns perform better when integrated with a strong, holistic PR and content marketing strategy. Digital communications attracts and engages customers: What is the New PR?

Measurement 231

Measurement Data-Driven PR Survey Storytelling 231

Deirdre Breakenridge

APRIL 29, 2019

That’s according to 223 PR professionals polled for the 2019 JOTW Communications Survey. This idea reminds me of a clothing retailer, who years ago put up controversial billboards and then an employee intentionally – and surreptitiously – defaced them. My friend, Lou Hoffman calls it the “F word” in storytelling – failure.

Survey 377

Survey Media Relations Media Ethics 377

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Data and analytics capabilities will mature to allow companies to predict the best possible experience and communication touchpoints throughout the entire customer journey. We’re used to seeing communications and interactions with brands that are personalized. ” Jo Detavernier , SCMP, APR | Detavernier Strategic Communication.

Marketing 99

Marketing Content Marketing Advertising Advertising 99

Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Way back in 2011, some employees at HubSpot had an idea. They wanted to create an educational program on inbound marketing for HubSpot customers. At the time, we knew it wasn’t the best course on SEO or content marketing or email marketing,” the company wrote in a recent e-book. After evaluating over 6.9

B2B 130

B2B Trends Video Course 130

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Communicators found their influence grew with executives, even as the functions they performed evolved in 2022; PR and marketing alike battled to win trust amid clutter, noise and skepticism. Every year I read and write about dozens of reports on B2B marketing and PR. Communications Influence with the C-Suite Grew.

B2B 114

B2B Marketing Survey Software 114

Cision

AUGUST 31, 2015

Between the launch of live video streaming apps Meerkat and Periscope in March and recent blow up around the Ashley Madison hack, 2015 has proven how fluid communication has become and how quickly the media can carry a message. Surviving a content tsunami. There is no shortcut to creating emotional engagement with content.

Crisis 120

Crisis Crisis Communications Content Marketing Conference 120

5W PR

JANUARY 31, 2024

It encompasses strategic communication to build and maintain positive relationships with the media, stakeholders, and the general public. Internal Communications: Ensures effective communication within the company, keeping employees informed about company developments and fostering a positive internal culture.

Technology 78

Technology Product Launch Crisis Management Case Study 78

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Crafting compelling narratives: At the heart of effective video marketing lies the art of storytelling. Communications and PR professionals are experts at shaping narratives that resonate with the target audience, and when applied to video marketing, this skill can elevate your content to new heights.

Video 87

Video Publicity Marketing Analytics 87

Contently - Strategy

DECEMBER 14, 2022

While you know content is integral to your lead nurturing strategy, you need more tangible results from your content marketing teams. When you work with your content team, you want to align your team goals across functions. Are the demand generation marketers working hand in hand with content?

Strategy 70

Strategy SEO Analytics Content Marketing 70

Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 28, 2015

Storytelling is a hot topic in the communications industry these days. But while stories can work magic for corporate communicators, writing a good story isn’t easy. Thankfully, there are resources that can make the process a little easier to make you a great storyteller. Pixar’s storytelling rules.

Storytelling 40

Storytelling Resources Writing Corporate 40

Sword and the Script

MARCH 3, 2020

Please take the 3 rd annual JOTW Communications Survey? The integration means internal communicators can publish content in the SocialChorus Studio, while employees can receive that information wherever they prefer: in Outlook, SharePoint or Teams. For reference, here’s a list of PR technology companies I’m watching.

Pitching 78

Pitching Instagram Survey Data 78

Contently - Strategy

JANUARY 9, 2019

For GE, however, it’s the culmination of a decade-long commitment to content marketing. As a result, the brief brims with journalistic rigor, pulling in stories from GE Reports , the brand’s main content hub, where employees across the globe explain new research and innovations by focusing on ideas instead of products.

How To 108

How To Transportation Content Marketing Healthcare 108

Contently - Strategy

JUNE 11, 2020

More importantly, what should doctors, hospitals, insurers, and healthcare companies do to improve the state of healthcare content online? We’ve extracted the most important healthcare content marketing trends using a combination of quantitative and qualitative data. You’ll also get the webinar on-demand.).

Healthcare 93

Healthcare Content Marketing Industry Trends 93

Beyond PR

JANUARY 3, 2017

Storytelling. Content marketing may change its tactics as audiences tire of the existing ones, but telling a good company narrative will never go out of style. Content marketing is the perfect springboard for your storytelling and, in fact, these stories can make your brand all the more appealing.

Company 72

Company Storytelling Small Business eBook 72

Contently - Strategy

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

More importantly, what should doctors, hospitals, insurers, and healthcare companies do to improve the state of healthcare content online? We’ve extracted the most important healthcare content marketing trends using a combination of quantitative and qualitative data. You’ll also get the webinar on-demand.).

Healthcare 52

Healthcare Content Marketing Industry Trends 52

Critical Mention

OCTOBER 24, 2019

While we certainly encourage PR and communications pros to follow our insightful Critical Mention blog , we also want to share a few of our other favorite PR blogs. PR Daily is a news site that delivers news, advice, and opinions on the public relations, marketing, social media, and media worlds. Share Tweet Share. PRNEWS Blog.

Blogging 68

Blogging Education Resources Creativity 68