Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 25, 2022

90% of comms pros surveyed say their work has changed some, and of those, 50% say communications work has changed significantly. Most communicators say the volume of work has grown, but so too has the variety of work. Those who said communications work has “changed very significantly,” wrote: 1. Proven business value.

Communications 122

Communications Crisis Internal International 122

Communications Conversations

AUGUST 5, 2019

And, in that role, he had a fairly famous post on LinkedIn during the Target financial crisis years ago ( I wrote about it here, if you’re interested). But, his most recent activity on LinkedIn caught my eye. Not because he was active on LinkedIn–it was the WAY in which he was active that really intrigued me.

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LinkedIn Employee Leadership Internal 92

Sword and the Script

MAY 2, 2017

Her corporate gigs tended to be with large companies of the international variety – Nokia and Alcatel-Lucent for example. Today she is the faculty director and assistant professor with the Integrated Marketing Communications Program at Georgetown University. Communicating using simple, jargon-free language.

Corporate 61

Corporate Communications LinkedIn Agency 61

Communications Conversations

MARCH 9, 2015

The other day, I was browsing through LinkedIn (something I do at least once a day, for various reasons). Person starts publishing on LinkedIn out of curiousity. Until, they are basically blogging on LinkedIn, as I like to call it. defending the internal/employee communications function. Then, he cross-posted to LinkedIn.

LinkedIn 60

LinkedIn Company Employee Corporate 60

Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

Students and professionals will come together to discuss strategies, tactics, and best practices for a variety of situations, including initial client meetings, success measurement, motivation, integrated marketing, presentations, and nonprofit communication. What are some tips for working on an integrated communications team?

Nonprofit 387

Nonprofit Advertising Advertising Measurement 387

Rock the Status Quo

FEBRUARY 9, 2015

Like fluffy yellow chicks marching in line after their mama, many companies are stuck in push marketing tactics of the past, favoring carefully crafted, conservative external messaging and expecting their executives to rigidly follow corporate directives when it comes to having (or not having) a digital voice. “It’s too risky!”

Corporate 100

Corporate Leadership Brand Branding 100

Onclusive

JANUARY 20, 2020

However, earned media can be amplified in numerous ways, including company newsletters, email campaigns, corporate social media channels, employee advocacy programs, etc. Sure, the communications department, digital media team or paid social team could all independently amplify earned media. Secondly, don’t overthink it.

Marketing 195

Marketing How To Measurement Advertising 195

Waxing UnLyrical

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

In August, #measurePR focused on incorporating measurement from the start of your campaign before even thinking of implement your strategy. Here’s some of what we talked about: On the perfect measurement program: A2 I think the most important thing is to do it from the beginning. Jen Zingsheim added: A3. Set objectives.

Measurement 83

Measurement Strategy Banking Travel 83

Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 28, 2013

A bright spot was that we were due to talk with my friend John Friedman , who recently moved into the role of Corporate Citizenship Communications Director for Sodexo (for whom he’s worked for years). On how Sodexo specifically measures its Corporate Citizenship efforts: A3: #Sodexo uses 3 year survey of stakeholders.

Measurement 103

Measurement Corporate Survey Viral 103

Deirdre Breakenridge

MARCH 7, 2016

On February 24th, IABC NJ, together with Rutgers University and the Rutgers PRSSA chapter, hosted a panel session on “Obtaining & Enhancing a Career in Communications.” With respect to the skills necessary for a career in communications, it is important to have the following: Good writing skills. Hands-on social media experience.

Communications 120

Communications Interviews Social Media LinkedIn 120

Waxing UnLyrical

AUGUST 15, 2017

In July, #measurePR discussed how major media outlets measure their content initiatives. If they want to measure brand recognition #measurepr. In August we talked about ways to bring measurement in right at the beginning of your campaign before actually going out to implement your strategy. Media and Dave Griner of AdWeek.

Measurement 75

Measurement Media Banking Community 75

PR Conversations

APRIL 1, 2015

“Until we relate one public relations measure to another…we will never be able to show causation from our communication programs.” Likely advocates for a complete set of instructions, complemented by a comprehensive measurement framework—one that puts all the possibilities into a logical order. ” Fraser Likely.

Conference 40

Conference Measurement Communications Employee 40

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Propel releases AI-based “media war room”; Muck Rack has AI recommending reporters to PR; PRophet partners to bring influencer marketing and media alerts; Did you know Gartner has a Market Guide for Employee Communications? Generative AI may get all the attention these days, but it’s not the only “kind” of AI.

Employee 135

Employee Software Survey Tools 135

PR Conversations

APRIL 1, 2015

“Until we relate one public relations measure to another…we will never be able to show causation from our communication programs.” Likely advocates for a complete set of instructions, complemented by a comprehensive measurement framework—one that puts all the possibilities into a logical order. ” Fraser Likely.

Conference 40

Conference Measurement Communications Employee 40

Communications Conversations

MAY 22, 2018

.” According to Wikipedia, an “Employer brand” is the reputation of an employer, and its value proposition to its employees, as opposed to its more general corporate brand reputation and value proposition to customers. It’s time for communicators to step in and help manage these Employer Brands.

Communications 83

Communications Brand Branding Wikipedia 83

Presspage

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

Marathon Petroleum Corporation The MPC newsroom launched early 2015 and coincided with the company’s rollout of its first social media activities. The newsroom became instrumental in Marathon’s rapid growth to 3,000 followers on Facebook and 34,000 on LinkedIn. minutes reading the article.

Examples 87

Examples Strategy Communications System 87

Waxing UnLyrical

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

In September, #measurePR celebrated Measurement Month with an all-star, all-female panel of #measurati. Here’s some of what we talked about: On changes to the PR measurement field: A2: Biggest changes in insights have been in big data, data visualisation and increased awareness of measurement #amecmm #measurepr.

Measurement 65

Measurement Data Big Data Banking 65

The Proactive Report

MAY 27, 2018

They’ll be expected to deliver more: more strategy, more content, more channels, more creativity and more measurement. Both agency and corporate executives agree that this is the greatest challenge preventing them from achieving their future goals. Corporate-side PR. Corporate PR budgets grew only 2.6%

Industry 113

Industry Measurement SEO Corporate 113

The Proactive Report

MAY 27, 2018

They’ll be expected to deliver more: more strategy, more content, more channels, more creativity and more measurement. Both agency and corporate executives agree that this is the greatest challenge preventing them from achieving their future goals. Corporate-side PR. Corporate PR budgets grew only 2.6%

Industry 100

Industry Measurement SEO Corporate 100

The Proactive Report

MAY 27, 2018

They’ll be expected to deliver more: more strategy, more content, more channels, more creativity and more measurement. Both agency and corporate executives agree that this is the greatest challenge preventing them from achieving their future goals. Corporate-side PR. Corporate PR budgets grew only 2.6%

Industry 100

Industry Measurement SEO Corporate 100

Stephen Waddington

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

Reorganisation and investment in talent Agency positioning for growth Scaling and corporate development Brexit is done: deal and no deal bring same issues Environment, society, and governance an emerging issue for 2021 Every conversation with marketing and PR agency bosses at the moment starts with the same question about the market.

Agency 122

Agency Creativity Marketing Government 122

Cision

JULY 26, 2017

Facebook is unprecedented by nearly every measure for social platforms, except perhaps for engagement where its companion network Instagram (and its 700 million users ) excels. Paid Content (what can I measure and how granularly can I target audiences?). Paid Content (what can I measure and how granularly can I target audiences?).

Social Media 233

Social Media How To Insurance Insurance 233

PRSay

APRIL 19, 2016

Bonnie Harris is delivering her luncheon keynote , “Behavior Is the New Black: Why Communicators Are Dumping Demographics in Favor of Influencing Audience Behavior” on Tuesday, May 24. But the real heart of IMC is not in the planning or measurement stages. But the real heart of IMC is not in the planning or measurement stages.

Communications 79

Communications Pinterest Reddit Radio 79

MaccaPR

OCTOBER 17, 2016

In my first post about Corporate Sustainability Reports on October 3, I laid out what I consider compelling data that shows how this valuable communications tool can bring bottom-line benefits to your company. Key to a corporate sustainability report is knowing what data points should be measured.

Corporate 48

Corporate Report Infographics Pharmaceuticals 48

Waxing UnLyrical

JULY 25, 2016

Proper measurement can take your campaigns to the next level. Get inspired as we take a look at some awesome measurement case studies in this week’s roundup. How to Measure PR: A Case Study and Examples. Measuring the Effectiveness of News Releases — A Case Study. The Truth About the Top Five Super Bowl Ads.

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Case Study Study Measurement Pinterest 40

PRSay

MAY 30, 2018

With media agencies such as Manga forecasting that half of all global advertising dollars will be spent online by 2020, communications professionals must learn how to adapt and incorporate a digitally centered approach to their overall strategic planning. The four panelists ? Internal teaching can win you a buy-in.

Strategy 60

Strategy Communications Case Study Data 60

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 5, 2023

It took years of blood, sweat and corporate treasure to bring these plans to fruition…and they clearly didn’t come close to hitting ROI objectives. This latest deal adds to the grip private equity has on communications tools. PE firms own the largest tech companies in the PR space. Startup Handraise raises $6.3 More gen AI.

Software 132

Software Reddit Technology B2B 132

Waxing UnLyrical

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

The November edition of #measurePR focused on measuring engagement. Our trio of guests included: Ashley Brown , Head of Global Communications at Spredfast; Austin Gaule , Media Analysis Director at Universal Information Services; and Angie Jeffrey , Vice President Brand Management at ABX Advertising Benchmark Index. PESO measurement!

Measurement 40

Measurement Community Banking Advertising 40

Waxing UnLyrical

JULY 18, 2016

This week’s roundup takes a look at common measurement mistakes, so you can avoid them before they cause your organization unnecessary headaches. Are You Making PR Measurement Mistakes? Measuring Mobile Marketing Requires Different Metrics. 4 Performance Measurement Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make.

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Measurement Data-Driven PR Mobile Analytics 0

PRSay

JULY 26, 2022

Deeptie Sethi is a global brand and communications specialist helping businesses leverage the power of public relations and communications-leading strategic planning, media relations, brand and reputation management, crisis management and effective advocacy programs. As the leader of the PRCAI, what best practices do you see globally?

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Local Crisis Management Internal International 133

Critical Mention

MAY 25, 2022

NEW YORK: Critical Mention has today announced that it will become part of Onclusive, a newly formed global partner for PR and communications success. The move combines Critical Mention’s media monitoring and media contact database tools with Onclusive’s suite of market-leading global media monitoring, measurement and management solutions.

Technology 78

Technology Financial Corporate Reputation 78

Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 5, 2015

But how many of us are effectively measuring it? Here are some tips on getting started measuring your storytelling efforts. 5 “W”s to Consider Before Starting PR Measurement. The other half involves measuring to prove ROI,” says Gina Joseph before she reveals the big “W”s. ” 4. Silverman.

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Storytelling Measurement Content Marketing Tools 40

Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 28, 2016

The October 13th edition of #measurePR focused on measuring content. When we got on the topic of the most useless way of measuring content we’ve ever seen, there was lots to say: A4 “Likes” on Facebook. Twitter Facebook Google+ LinkedIn #measurePR Recap (October 2016): Measuring Content. Empty #measurepr.

Measurement 40

Measurement Comparison Banking Print 40

Waxing UnLyrical

AUGUST 3, 2015

A lot has been (and continues to be) said about measurement, but when you’re in the market for measurement strategy, it’s always smart to revisit some classics. Eight Great Myths Of Social Media Measurement. Communication Planning: Measurement Comes First And Last.

Measurement 40

Measurement Strategy Social Media Analytics 40

Waxing UnLyrical

DECEMBER 18, 2012

What happens when the doyenne of the nonprofit world and the queen of measurement decide to write a book together ? You get Measuring the Networked Nonprofit , by Beth Kanter and Katie Paine, an absolute gem of a book not just for nonprofit communicators, but for all measurement geeks (and most certainly for nonprofit executives).

Nonprofit 83

Nonprofit Measurement Case Study Study 83

Waxing UnLyrical

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

And as far as we have come in PR measurement, some things just don’t change. In a salute to today’s thought leaders who are really keeping things ticking on that front, here are some PR measurement classics from them. Social Media Measurement Standards – Everything You Need to Know. AVEs don’t measure PR.

Measurement 40

Measurement Web Social Media Corporate 40

Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 3, 2016

The May edition of #measurePR brought together three fabulous guests who were ready to share their smarts on measuring media relations. On common mistakes when measuring media relations: A4 USAT circ=2M, so 1K click-thrus looks small. CEO and founding partner of byBrick Insight, a communication strategy agency, Annsi Krol.

Media Relations 40

Media Relations Measurement Media Analysis 40