Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The vendor community that serves PR has published a handful of reports over the last few months. Studies show the average email marketing campaign has a 20% open rate and 2% CTR. That’s according to a report by Muck Rack based on 193 survey responses from marketing and PR professionals late last year. Is that good?

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

AUGUST 29, 2023

Regrettably, advertising and marketing seem to remain a notable instance of this disparity. In advertising and marketing, however, this rich mixture has historically been depicted through the lens of Caucasian individuals. Brand marketing is a key arena where the call for inclusivity has grown louder and more resonant than ever before.

Brand 89

Brand Branding Marketing Ethics 89

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

For the past few years, video marketing has become a dominant tool for captivating audiences and expanding brand awareness. Public relations (PR) can be one of the solutions available for marketers and business owners to support their video marketing campaigns. We’ll delve more in-depth into PR and marketing.

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Video Marketing SEO Social Media 108

Doctor Spin

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Public relations vs marketing—what are the differences? Public relations (PR) and marketing are closely related, but few know the differences. Some organisations have Communications Departments for their public relations needs and some have Marketing Departments for their promotional needs.

Publicity 52

Publicity Marketing eBook Public Affairs 52

Sword and the Script

JUNE 9, 2015

The biggest challenge is that we are moving from an industry that could create one amazing commercial to reach consumers to an ecosystem with a diversified channel structure,” according to Mike Scafidi , marketing operations with PepsiCo. Yet the paper also surfaces the underlying driver of the shift to content marketing.

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5W PR

APRIL 9, 2019

Everywhere we look, consumers are tied to smartphone, a TV, even a smart screen in the car. But there is still an argument for connecting with consumers off screen. It’s easy to forget about the importance of basic human connection, and this is an opportunity many brands are missing when it comes to marketing. Smart, right?

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Consumer How To Advertising Advertising 60

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 22, 2017

Some say the goal of a great PR program should be to build brand reputation, while sales and marketing actually drive sales. The reality is that the lines between PR and marketing are getting blurrier all the time. In fact, employees can be both a rich source of stories and a powerful channel through which to tell them.

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Brand Branding Marketing Wireless 185

PRSay

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

PoliteMail was a proud sponsor of Connect 19 — the PRSA Employee Communications Section’s annual conference. Customers will never love a company until the employees love it first” says author and organizational consultant, Simon Sinek. Fortunately, your corporate communications team can kindle that love.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

While beauty trends come and go, the industry is here to stay and making its biggest impact yet on consumers, cultivating a loyal legion of high-spending customers. Creating a community Loyalty thrives in communities, and brands can orchestrate this by crafting engaging opportunities.

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Solo PR Pro

APRIL 13, 2021

What comes to mind when you think about influencer marketing? Author, podcaster and digital marketing thought leader Jason Falls dove into the possibilities of influencer marketing in his third book, “ Winfluence: Reframing Influencer Marketing to Ignite Your Brand.”. Validation. Enthusiasm.

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Marketing Employee Local Community 89

Cision

OCTOBER 26, 2015

For B2B marketers, the struggle is real. Last week, around 1,000 people attended MarketingProfs’ B2B Marketing Forum , a conference aimed to teach the latest B2B marketing best practices. Here are three key takeaways to help you excel in your business-to-business marketing strategy and implementation.

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5W PR

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Celebrity endorsements have been a staple of marketing and advertising for decades. Their association with any brand can quickly grab the attention of consumers and create a lasting impression. Authenticity concerns Consumers are becoming increasingly savvy. The association with a popular figure can rekindle consumer interest.

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Brand Branding Product Launch Sports 78

5W PR

APRIL 19, 2023

In addition to the legal requirements, there are many reasons why a company should prioritize accessibility and inclusion for employees and customers with disabilities. By providing accessible services, products, and environments, companies can tap into a significant market of people with disabilities.

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Internal International Transportation Employee 88

Shift Communications

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

But has the business or consumer mindset really changed that much in 20 years? Metaverse marketing opportunities for brands. Its real-world viability aside, brands around the globe will consider what their Metaverse marketing play should be. The post Metaverse for Marketing: Twice the Hype? Mistakes will be made.

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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. So, why not capitalize on this approach to forge a lifelong relationship with your consumers?

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Digital PR How To Small Business Analysis 251

PR 20/20

MARCH 26, 2020

The impact of COVID-19 is still uneven in communities across the country and around the world. As a marketing agency, how should we respond? What is the appropriate role of marketing in the midst of a crisis? One of our core tenets is the belief that marketing can make brands “more human.”. So we started talking.

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Cision

NOVEMBER 2, 2015

Last week, I attended MarketingProfs B2B Forum, a place specifically geared to educate business-to-business marketers. I decided to compile five of the best quotes from the forum for some B2B marketing inspiration. Many times we do ‘much of the same’ in our marketing campaigns. Photo via Lee Odden ‏@leeodden.

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Shift Communications

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

It is a combination of your employees’ perception of you as an employer and how candidates see you as a potential workplace. It will also potentially risk damage to overall brand valuation and market position. 94% of consumers said it is important that the companies they engage with have a strong purpose.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 4, 2022

That’s empowering to regular consumers. The companies that pledged support for female employees after the Dobbs decision, for example, are expressing an authentic position in response to court ruling that will affect millions. Social media marketing has matured dramatically over the last 15 years.

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Construction Crisis Reputation Social Media 385

Stern + Associates

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

As International Women’s Day approaches on March 8 th , we join the global community to celebrate the theme of “ Inspire Inclusion.” Discover the top advice these six award-winning thought leaders are giving today’s leaders about cultivating an inclusive culture that empowers all employees. However, not all workforces are alike.

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Cision

APRIL 3, 2015

How can you break into or improve your word-of-mouth marketing? How to Build & Evangelize Your Community With Word-of-Mouth Marketing. How can you build a community online and off? 10 Tips to Activate Employees on Social Media. About nine out of 10 brands have embraced content marketing. White Paper.

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Marketing Customer Service Employee Mobile 120

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Corporate Communications. Corporate communicators regularly work with stakeholders across the organization to develop and distribute pertinent info to employees and key affiliates. Corporate communications regularly involves interaction with senior leaders and HR departments. . Internal Communications.

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Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Shift Communications

JANUARY 12, 2018

We need to integrate consumer clients into trending conversations, valuable insights into our pitches and data into how we’re benchmarking best practices and measuring success. In 2017 we saw consumers gravitate toward the experiential with a desire to make unique memories – and document them all on social media, of course.

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Consumer B2C Viral Fashion 83

Reputation Us

MARCH 27, 2023

A is for Acknowledging ESG’s Hard Truth Companies hoping to profit from increased concern over environmental issues offer consumers a range of green-friendly messaging. Ambitious yet unattainable goals may serve executive agendas, rather than a greater interest, or be driven by market pressures more than business strategy.

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Reputation Corporate Survey Employee 78

Waxing UnLyrical

MARCH 19, 2013

I recently received a notification from another influencer marketing tool seeking to engage me by flattering my ego, which will inevitably re-stir the frenzy of excited tweets, criticism , and everything in between. Their new face now portrays a friendly, vibrant, community-focused advocate for the common good. The changing narrative.

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Community Communications Case Study Customer Service 95

Mindful Marketing

JUNE 13, 2020

by Will Young IV , business administration major, marketing minor, ​ and member of the men's basketball team at Messiah College As a Christian, to consider marketing’s role in racial reconciliation means understanding reconciliation from a biblical perspective. No competent marketers ignore the needs of their consumers.

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Marketing Community Examples Employee 77

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! But not all marketing mixes look the same. Here’s what you should know.

Marketing 64

Marketing Consumer Local Social Media 64

5W PR

MARCH 15, 2023

Here are a few different social media marketing tips that brands can use to keep their social media content relevant and exciting. UGC also helps create a sense of community and authenticity around the brand. Brands can share photos and videos of employees at work. Companies can also leverage user polls and surveys.

Social Media 88

Social Media Media Education Survey 88

Stephen Waddington

JUNE 29, 2021

Our COVID-19 UK Public Relations report has kickstarted a series of industry conversations about what drives innovation in communication and professional services. A discussion in The House of Marketing, Media and PR community of practice suggested that R&D tax relief credits provided a direct intervention for established companies.

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5W PR

OCTOBER 31, 2019

Now, more than ever, consumers are seeking connections. Gone are the days where businesses can run rampant with little consumer recourse. This can be a challenge, particularly for brands that market to other businesses or that have less trendy offerings such as software or services. How can this be done?

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Landis PR

MARCH 14, 2022

Please note: this is a reposted blog by our Public Relations Global Network PR partner, Ghidotti Communications. Five Key Steps to Introducing Your Consumer Brand to a New Social Media Platform. Having a social media strategy can boost your brand and expand your market, but that doesn’t all happen overnight. Key Takeaways.

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Social Media Consumer Brand Branding 52

5W PR

JUNE 29, 2023

When a product gains popularity locally, brands consider expanding their market. With a strategic approach, any beauty brand can launch its products in a new market. Beauty enthusiasts reside everywhere, from major cities to remote rural communities.

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Local Resources Analytics Employee 78

Business Wire

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

By Serena Ehrlich, Director of Social and Evolving Media, Business Wire In early 2018, Facebook announced a news feed update that dramatically changes how brands can engage with their communities and audiences within the Facebook platform. Look at the Instant Pot Community. This is an advice community. Implementation Tip!

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MaccaPR

JANUARY 8, 2021

From TikTok, LinkedIn and Twitter to Pinterest, Instagram and Facebook – if you’re in marketing, you’re eager to predict how your brand can more effectively use social media in 2021. Listen To and Welcome Employees on Social. Brands know they should listen to consumers, but what about listening to employees? Never fear!

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Social Media Trends Marketing Viral 62

PR 20/20

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

A s marketers, a failed campaign is our worst nightmare. But sadly, failed marketing attempts happen every day and everywhere. So, how can teams pinpoint what went wrong and redirect marketing energy? The time is now to transform your marketing program. Some roles to consider on your marketing dream team : Content writer.

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Marketing Technology Internal International 52

PRSay

APRIL 15, 2021

Companies and organizations of all sizes today are increasingly under pressure — from activists to employees — to speak out on high-profile political and social issues. If CEOs act on what they say, they will be rewarded in terms of stronger bonds with their employees, customers, investors and communities.

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Company Employee Internal International 187

PRSay

AUGUST 6, 2019

By 2020, Gen Z will account for 40 percent of all consumers according to an Accenture report , and some experts estimate their current spending power to be as much as $140 billion. They are digital natives, tech smart, entrepreneurial- spirited, community-minded, socially conscious and purpose driven.

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