Burrelles Fresh Ideas

APRIL 16, 2024

The term “influencer” has become synonymous with consumer brands, lifestyle trends, and social media aesthetics. When most people think about influencer marketing, they usually picture interactions between businesses and consumers.

B2B 93

B2B Marketing Measurement Social Media 93

Sword and the Script

JULY 9, 2016

Again, there are tools that will automate some aspects of this game, which enable anyone to completely remove the “social” from social media. If we continue along this path, we might soon remove all aspects of humanity from social media. Are people sharing links on social media they haven’t read?

Content Marketing 68

Content Marketing Social Media Marketing Media 68

5W PR

APRIL 21, 2023

User-generated content (UGC) is created by consumers, not companies or brands. It can take the form of text, photos, videos, and other content shared online. What is User-Generated Content? User-generated content is created by consumers, not brands. Why is User-Generated Content Important?

Consumer 88

Consumer Video Social Media Community 88

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Today I share Deborah Weinstein’s answers to questions about the challenges confronting social media marketing and digital communications. Are the social media waters still safe for marketing? The thing about marketing is that to fill your net you have to fish where the fish are.

Marketing 244

Marketing Facebook Social Media Community 244

Prohibition

JANUARY 24, 2020

Social media advances at an incredibly rapid rate. Prohibition’s social media trends in more detail. Influencer marketing maturity. The rise of dark social. The important thing is making your ephemeral content super-engaging, and not taking up too much time making it perfect. Digital Detox.

Social Media 62

Social Media Trends Media Instagram 62

PR 20/20

OCTOBER 23, 2018

According to Content Marketing Institute Research Director Lisa Beets ( @LisaBeets ), “Nearly all top-performing B2B content marketers—90%—put their audience’s informational needs ahead of their company’s sales/promotional message.”. Today, more B2B marketers than ever rely on a content marketing approach.

Content Marketing 81

Content Marketing B2B Trends Marketing 81

Contently - Strategy

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

For today’s content creators and content marketing teams, unique original content is always the best route to take. The difference between borrowing and stealing can be blurry on social media, where memes, sounds, and other types of content are widely redistributed by brands and users alike.

Ethics 73

Ethics Social Media Trends Viral 73

5W PR

MARCH 27, 2023

Driven by influencer culture and social media, beauty companies have adopted UGC to build a brand image and engage with customers. What is User-Generated Content? UGC consists of any content on a brand or its products generated and shared by end-users. Meanwhile, this content could increase trust in a brand.

Industry 88

Industry Social Media Community Consumer 88

Contently - Strategy

AUGUST 19, 2020

Reaching a new community. Many advocates have developed sizable followings on social media. Accessing this new audience (through things like product reviews and sponsored posts) can be highly effective and much more cost effective than trying to target new customers through other marketing channels.

Healthcare 110

Healthcare Content Marketing Marketing Instagram 110

Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

According to the Cision State of the Media Report , 59% of U.S. consumers say they are suspicious of news content. On social media platforms, skepticism is far greater, as it should be. Word-of-mouth PR spread on social media platforms is not only cost-effective, but highly trackable and persuasive.

Mobile 100

Mobile SEO Reputation Web 100

Cision

AUGUST 23, 2017

Over the last few years, particularly with the onset of social media, emotional reactions from consumers have changed the face of public relations. Emotional intelligence drives consumer culture which influences your business strategy. The company is active in their community. Humanize Your Brand.

Digital PR 251

Digital PR How To Small Business Analysis 251

Tribe Builder Media

APRIL 9, 2019

Why is it that content marketing is touted as one of the best online marketing strategies for business exposure? OK, that’s great, but exactly how do you go about perfecting the art of content marketing ? Content marketing resources… lots and lots of resources —that’s how!

Resources 65

Resources Content Marketing Marketing Leadership 65

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

As I’ve done for the last several years , I solicited and compiled a list of predictions from professionals across the PR and marketing community. Engage with the blogger on social media first, personalize your outreach, read and follow any requirements, and provide high-quality content. Social media breakup.

Marketing 214

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 214

Prohibition

JULY 14, 2017

Consider the changing shape of the comms industry, and you will undoubtedly come across the phrase ‘content marketing’. Content has become the ‘buzz word’ for the industry – whether you specialise in SEO, digital marketing or indeed more traditional avenues such as online advertising and PR. But what does content mean?

Content Marketing 48

Content Marketing Marketing B2C SEO 48

Cision

SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

With just one statistic, Joe Pulizzi delivered a stark wake-up call to this year’s Content Marketing World attendees. When we asked global enterprise marketers how committed they are to their content marketing approach, 20 percent said they’re fully committed,” said Joe during Day 1’s welcome address.

Content Marketing 84

Content Marketing Marketing Skype Enterprise 84

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

If the B2B community feels overwhelmed by the volume of content, then B2B marketing might feel overwhelmed by the volume of content marketing studies. The trends suggest to me that content is still very much a form of currency bartered in exchange for attention. 25% know my company’s products or service.

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Study Marketing B2B 60

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Regular readers know I bought into the concept of “ content marketing ” many years ago. It was in effect the coining of a term that characterized a strategy my team and I was already working on across traditional PR, digital marketing and social media. 3 Studies that Challenge Marketing Assumptions.

Content Marketing 66

Content Marketing Case Study Marketing Conference 66

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 22, 2019

According to the Cision State of the Media Report 59 percent of U.S. consumers say they are suspicious of news content. And on social platforms, skepticism is far greater, as it should be. Beyond earned media, typical PR tactics guild relationships, engage influencers, and even help change public perception and behavior.

Mobile 244

Mobile SEO Web Journalism 244

5W PR

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

As the social web expands and the power of consumers continues to grow, small businesses that want stay relevant, attract customers and retain their loyal followings must find new, compelling ways of communicating their brand messages. When it comes to building trust and credibility, PR is king.

Small Business 158

Small Business Publicity Social Media Web 158

Sword and the Script

MAY 21, 2019

That led her down a series of paths including content marketing, ecommerce and today, in B2B marketing. 1) Why start a business focused on B2B paid social? BH: When I stepped into the world of content marketing to understand what was happening there, it was in healthcare. BH: We’re all consumers.

B2B 79

B2B Social Media Company Marketing 79

Tribe Builder Media

APRIL 9, 2019

Why is it that content marketing is touted as one of the best online marketing strategies for business exposure? OK, that’s great, but exactly how do you go about perfecting the art of content marketing ? Content marketing resources… lots and lots of resources —that’s how!

Resources 40

Resources Content Marketing Marketing Leadership 40

Shift Communications

JANUARY 12, 2018

With editorial staffs evolving and new brands popping up every day, the media have a constant barrage of news, trends and pitches coming their way, let’s remind ourselves about the relationship aspect of media relations while the rest of the world attempts autonomy. Christine Connolly . Account Manager. Account Manager.

Consumer 83

Consumer B2C Viral Fashion 83

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

And today, successful PR goes beyond press releases and media kits, even though those two strategies are still relevant. Modern PR heavily involves using social media, collaborating with influencers, showcasing thought leadership, managing blogs, and organizing community events.

Video 108

Video Marketing SEO Social Media 108

Prohibition

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Anyone with a smartphone can now become a content creator and video content has become the centre of it all, allowing consumers to share their lives, showcase their purchases and provide authentic reviews. This is where the golden opportunity for your business lies. Plus, UGC provides an incredible opening for user engagement.

B2C 62

B2C Video Social Media B2B 62

Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 5, 2016

ET, the #PRStudChat community will gather to discuss The Role of PR in the Integrated Marcom Structure. We will be joined by our special guest expert, Fay Shapiro , publisher at CommPRO.biz , an exciting hub for professionals interested in events and opinions focused on integrated business communication sectors.

Community 150

Community Technology LinkedIn Advertising 150

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JULY 11, 2023

In the age of social media, parenting narratives have expanded beyond the traditional portrayal of moms as the primary caregivers. Social media has provided dadfluencers a platform to connect with fellow dads, creating a supportive community that celebrates and encourages fatherhood. What are dadfluencers?

Brand 55

Brand Branding Instagram Community 55

Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Consumers might operate it in a totally different way than you imagined. Customer research involves gathering data about your ideal consumers—who they are, what they want, and how you can help them. Content marketers often have difficulty getting executive buy-in for customer research. Lack of buy-in. The best part?

B2B 94

B2B Company Survey Enterprise 94

Cision

APRIL 28, 2016

Audiences are getting much more used to getting news from blended formats, where they are experiencing straight news, native content and marketing messaging, all together. Audiences have access to more information than ever before, but they don’t have an infinite capacity to consume. It’s responsive.

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Community Mobile Storytelling 120

Communications Conversations

JANUARY 20, 2022

Consider the evidence: One in three content marketers use podcasts or other audio content. However, 53% of content marketers who leverage podcasts and other audio content say it is the most effective format they use. 2 – Audio isn’t as searchable as blog content. What gives?

Brand 113

Brand Branding LinkedIn Twitter 113

MaccaPR

APRIL 2, 2015

Surrounded by podcasters, bloggers and marketers, I spent last week immersed in all things social at Social Media Marketing World. It began with an insightful keynote presentation on the top trends in social media in 2015 from Michael Stelzner of Social Media Examiner, the conference host.

Social Media 48

Social Media Pinterest Marketing Media 48

Waxing UnLyrical

APRIL 15, 2015

Regular WUL readers know that Shonali (a friend and former colleague at Socialmedia.biz ) showcases guest posts about how to build, engage and sustain an online community, among other things. so that others might gain insights for their own community efforts. Building a New Kind of Cruise Community.

Community 40

Community Travel Pinterest Mobile 40

Communications Conversations

MAY 20, 2020

The term “brand journalism” is a bit of a lightning rod term in the social media marketing business. For some, it conjures up imagery of “advertorials” and “sponsored content.” And, there’s a lot to be said for rock-solid execution in today’s content marketing environment.

Journalism 148

Journalism Brand Branding Interviews 148

Stephen Waddington

MAY 16, 2017

But practice is broadening to include new forms of media including influencer relations, social media, community engagement and messaging. The internet has disintermediated every business that it has touched since the launch of consumer and mobile broadband in the noughties. Media change. Media relations.

Publicity 119

Publicity Customer Service Community Internal 119

Konnect Agency

OCTOBER 30, 2019

An abundance of research suggests that as the wealth of information available to consumers increases, our communal attention spans will continue to decrease. No matter the industry, marketing has become increasingly complex!

Marketing 64

Marketing Consumer Local Social Media 64

PR 20/20

JANUARY 19, 2023

According to Marcus Sheridan in his book, They Ask You Answer: A Revolutionary Approach to Inbound Sales, Content Marketing, and Today's Digital Consumer , it’s key to create a content strategy based on what your customers are thinking. Don’t silo these content opportunities, either. So why not help them?

Analytics 81

Analytics Comparison Google Interviews 81

Cision

APRIL 3, 2015

How to Build & Evangelize Your Community With Word-of-Mouth Marketing. How can you build a community online and off? See the five factors to consider when developing a word-of-mouth campaign, 10 ways to engage through word-of-mouth marketing and mimic real-life examples of successful word-of-mouth campaigns.

Marketing 120

Marketing Customer Service Employee Mobile 120

Barokas

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

This is also why video has become an essential tool in content marketing. It can boost click-through rates, increase social sharing and enable consumers to connect with brands in a way that promotes lead generation and sales. It enables immediate interaction and genuine connections to build a brand community in a new way.

Video 79

Video Strategy YouTube Instagram 79