Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

AI has the capacity to create richer, more personalized digital experiences for consumers, and meet customers’ increasingly high brand expectations.” Customers in the B2B space don’t want to be delivered messaging tailored to B2C consumers, and vice versa. Creative skills (26%). Community building (27%).

Marketing 118

Marketing Data B2C Big Data 118

Landis PR

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Merriam-Webster defines social media as “forms of electronic communication (such as websites for social networking and microblogging) through which users create online communities to share information, ideas, personal messages and other content (such as videos).” To answer the question, let’s examine the history and the data.

Social Media 104

Social Media Marketing Media Analysis 104

PRSay

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

By connecting employees to the company’s core message — and inspiring a belief in the organization’s mission — internal communicators will help create purpose-driven employees. A report published by LinkedIn and Imperative writes, “…companies are seeing that purpose-oriented employees are more productive and successful.”

Internal 137

Internal International Communications Strategy 137

PR Conversations

JULY 20, 2015

It’s understood that the play’s the thing; however, it was the vibrant community found around each performance that proved an unexpected volunteer adventure at The Toronto Fringe festival 2015. Many of the Fringe community stakeholders are clear: the artists (actors, writers, directors, stage managers, etc.);

Community 40

Community Print Twitter Creativity 40

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

I believe when people write predictions, they aren’t just saying what they think will happen but revealing a reflection of sorts. 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. Dorothy Crenshaw , CEO, Crenshaw Communications .

Marketing 215

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 215

Karen Freberg

SEPTEMBER 17, 2017

The past few days have been somewhat of a whirlwind of creating content, consuming coffee (wait… that happens every day!), Well, I was able to participate in a few different events related to several brands and teams I admire and respect, but I also was able to help create content to share with the #SMSports community.

Creativity 40

Creativity Storytelling Sports Social Media 40

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Blue Cypress is also the lead investor in our sister company, Marketing AI Institute , which raised a $1M seed round earlier this year to help advance the understanding and adoption of artificial intelligence within the marketing industry and broader business community. But AI is not just in your consumer life. Growing smarter.

Financial 98

Financial Conference Agency Resources 98

Deirdre Breakenridge

AUGUST 26, 2014

But this direction has kept me flexible and enhanced my creativity by ensuring I do not simply rely on what works in any one industry. While communications may be your forte, with strengths such as writing, creativity, organization and research, your passion might be for something else altogether. Where do I go from here?

Industry 316

Industry Fashion Travel Tourism 316

Cision

NOVEMBER 2, 2015

When you write for the greatest possible audience, you lose the ability to narrow a focus and reach people who are truly interested in what you have to offer. Lee Odden ( @leeodden ), CEO of TopRank Online Marketing , gave a talk entitled: “If You Want Your Content to be Great, Ask Your Community to Participate.”

B2B 120

B2B Marketing Content Marketing Technology 120

Solo PR Pro

MAY 24, 2022

And there’s a bit of an art to writing a submission that not only meets the judging criteria but also stands out in a sea of other outstanding work. Kelly adds that the process of writing an award submission can be a learning experience all on its own. More tips and tricks for writing great award submissions.

How To 52

How To Groups Writing Local 52

Contently - Strategy

MARCH 11, 2020

At Ogilvy, I was a member of the four-person case study writing committee. It arms sales teams with creative ammunition and provides proof for what you can do without the need for a hard sell. Good writing should speed readers along , not confuse them with industry jargon. Simplify, then simplify more.

Case Study 140

Case Study Study Video Writing 140

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Once upon a time, many moons ago, I worked at a large PR agency as part of the consumer technology team. I didn’t get into the public relations and communications industry through a traditional career route. It’s not just the boss of the firm who should be out in the community to find clients, it’s a team effort.

Agency 89

Agency Energy Crisis Management Industry 89

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

” ~ Morgan McLintic , CEO, Firebrand Communications 6. Authentic storytelling continued to excel “For PR, authentic storytelling will continue to excel as consumers seek honest, genuine experiences and solutions. The consumer is going to be more educated when it comes to editorial media, including bias and the use of AI.

Writing 194

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 194

Cision

JULY 26, 2016

David Landis, president and CEO of Landis Communications Inc. LCI), stresses the importance of an integrated campaign where all communication channels support each other. I understand Landis Communications is celebrating its 25th year of business this year. To truly stand out, you need creativity, innovation and originality.

Writing 120

Writing Engineering Journalism Analytics 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 26, 2019

For B2B companies, it’s particularly important to monitor social communities like LinkedIn groups and Twitter conversations among journalists (MuckRack). We’re a little wary of the fully-automated micro-influencer platforms used by some DTC and other consumer brands, but, as always, research and testing goes a long way.

Pitching 136

Pitching Agency Tools Resources 136

Cision

APRIL 28, 2016

JConnelly wanted to make it such an important part of the DNA at the firm that it created an executive-level position to look at new business models and opportunities, explore new technology that could help clients think through strategic problems in a more creative way. It’s no secret digital has changed the way we communicate.

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Community Mobile Storytelling 120

Rock the Status Quo

JANUARY 1, 2015

I came across this fantastic product review video recently when writing up a new business proposal. I was looking to understand a product’s digital presence and reputation, and fill in the proposal with some creative ideas on how to amplify and improve it. Wouldn’t that make an epic impression on consumers?

Brand 100

Brand Branding YouTube Social Media 100

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Blue Cypress is also the lead investor in our sister company, Marketing AI Institute , which raised a $1M seed round earlier this year to help advance the understanding and adoption of artificial intelligence within the marketing industry and broader business community. But AI is not just in your consumer life. Growing smarter.

Financial 52

Financial Conference Agency Resources 52

Cision

APRIL 12, 2016

I’ve always been an avid consumer of journalism and loved writing. On a consumer level, it’s also about translating magazine content into a broadcast interview or other forms of media. A story you might intend for a specific business audience can quickly reach a wide consumer audience. Rapid Fire Round.

Fashion 120

Fashion Pitching Journalism Social Media 120

Cision

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

I will start by introducing Brunswick Insight to my network of corporate and public affairs contacts as well as others in various industry sectors such as Health & Wellness and Fast Moving Consumer Goods. That marketing analytic created credibility, community and creativity to how metrics can make a story come alive.

Measurement 120

Measurement Analytics Big Data Public Affairs 120

Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 7, 2018

Everyone is surrounded by “noise” that they don’t have time to parse through, our attention spans are shrinking by the day and far too often, the content we do consume isn’t even truly novel. Creativity is desired, yet is in short supply. After all, as communication professionals …. Know your audience!”

Creativity 64

Creativity Writing Blogging Consumer 64

PR 20/20

MARCH 26, 2020

The impact of COVID-19 is still uneven in communities across the country and around the world. Brands are showing up in unprecedented ways to support their employees, customers and communities. If you can, find a way to give back — and rally your community to do the same. In the U.S., The answers aren’t easy, or obvious.

Crisis 92

Crisis Marketing Healthcare Resources 92

Sword and the Script

JUNE 18, 2019

10) “Write and create content for internal and external audiences about my company.”. 12) “Write for businesses.”. 13) “I write and post content for our customers and our employees to teach them about our company, products and vision.”. 18) “I write and distribute press releases and get executives in front of the media.”.

Employee 150

Employee Print Writing Survey 150

Shift Communications

MARCH 28, 2018

Recently I was invited to give a presentation to the PR class at the Nova Scotia Community college on the different aspects of blogging—from personal blogs as a way to practice your craft, to professional blogs to grow your profile, to blogs as an integral part of a solid content strategy. Creative Consultant, NATIONAL. Here it goes!

Marketing 68

Marketing Sports Blogging Writing 68

PR 20/20

MAY 8, 2019

Artificial intelligence is accelerating change in the marketing industry, and your career: Consumers will demand greater personalization , while wanting to control their data and privacy. Then, we use the templates to automatically write individual press releases at scale for a fraction of the cost. Are you ready? Everybody wins!

Agency 84

Agency Enterprise Technology Analytics 84

Solo PR Pro

AUGUST 2, 2022

My first adjunct position was at Texas Christian University, teaching PR Writing. Courses taught: Principles of Public Relations, Public Relations Writing, Communications Ethics, Media Relations, Campaigns (graduate program). DePaul University College of Communications, 2011 – 2022.

Education 107

Education Course Nonprofit Resources 107

Prohibition

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

It turns out, Bruce Springsteen was pulled over in November 2020 and got charged with DWI, reckless driving and consuming alcohol in a closed area. Since removing the ad, Jeep has said, “message of community and unity is as relevant as ever, as is the message that drinking and driving can never be condoned”.

Crisis 62

Crisis Marketing How To Advertising 62

Karen Freberg

MARCH 31, 2022

Yes, I am going to write about “that class” about that “super iconic and special GOAT guest speaker.” ” The class that spread virally across social media – reaching all aspects of industries, classrooms, and communities. Don’t worry, I am going to tell you!

Social Media 85

Social Media Industry Film Viral 85

PR 20/20

JULY 11, 2019

But to do that, we must deliver our message to consumers at the right time, in the exact right way—so as not to be intrusive or irrelevant. They gather invaluable behavioral insights by using the data they gather from their community of users as they interact with the extensive world of Netflix content. How do they do it?

Storytelling 63

Storytelling B2B Content Marketing Data 63

Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 14, 2018

Here are a few ways to write a resume which is similar to a job posting: Read the required skills section of the job posting and find achievements or examples which prove you are skilled in this area. Write Off Job Expenses. Image: Alexis Brown via Unsplash, Creative Commons CC0.

Print 71

Print Resources Technology Interviews 71

Cision

JUNE 29, 2015

This is a guest post by Jeremy Bamidele , a brand strategist, publicist and adjunct professor at Rancho Santiago Community College District. Jeremy is also a nationally syndicated journalist and writes for Huffington Post. Image: Anthony Kelly ; Jon Fingas ; Jason Howle ( Creative Commons ).

Comparison 120

Comparison Television Print Social Media 120

PR 20/20

APRIL 1, 2021

Then, I found my path by doing the only thing I knew I was passionate about at the time—I began to write. Next-gen marketers know that in order to deliver the personalization and experiences modern consumers expect, marketing must become smarter. Private Slack community. You can become a next-gen marketer. Grow Smarter with AI.

Education 52

Education Marketing Conference Agriculture 52

Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 30, 2019

Public service media is failing the public Thank you My thanks to the following communities and individuals. The project has brought me into contact with a new community of more than 50 thinkers and doers. The #FuturePRoof community goes from strength-to-strength. It’s pushed me to read more widely and think more critically.

Government 103

Government Education Print Ethics 103

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 31, 2023

Here’s this month’s summary of the news from the vendor community this month. In March, Meltwater acquired Linkfluence , a French company that uses artificial intelligence to mine social media for consumer insights, for $59 million. Social media tools offer AI to write social media posts. million in November of 2021.

Software 78

Software Case Study Technology Tools 78

Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

Of course, I couldn’t write a post like this without nominating a couple people myself! I give you 15 up-and-coming social media and communications rock stars! Her empathy, creativity and collaborative approach make her a fantastic colleague, and our clients continually sing her praises. They had to be younger than 30.

Social Media 128

Social Media Agriculture Marketing Media 128

NewsWhip

APRIL 28, 2021

How has the consumer changed the news cycle and impacted PR measurement? Communications methods & measurement standards. The consumer-driven news cycle & PR measurement. Kirsty O’Connor leads the Innovation + Creative Hub in Dubai for H+K, supporting the Middle East, Turkey, India, and Africa region (METIA).

Consumer 78

Consumer Measurement Local Data 78

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

And, given the vast amount of time I pour into writing about PR technology , I’m really pleased with the long list of contributions from the PR technology vendor community. a) Many community newspapers going away and hopefully still being available in some kind of online format. My own predictions are listed at the very bottom.

Marketing 190

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 190