Solo PR Pro

JANUARY 11, 2021

There’s a whole community of like minded people you can lean on. 5 solo PR pros share their predictions for the PR industry in 2021. Keri Tomsic, Strategic Communications Consultant & Owner, T Squared Communications, LLC. Optimistically, I look to a bright future for strategic communicators.

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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!

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Modern PR heavily involves using social media, collaborating with influencers, showcasing thought leadership, managing blogs, and organizing community events. These strategies help brands connect with their audience, stand out in their industry, and create a positive reputation.

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Sword and the Script

JULY 24, 2018

There’s are several industry organizations that field annual surveys about content marketing and they are gearing up. Last year, the data overwhelmingly found every business says they are doing content marketing. This year, I predict satisfaction with content marketing will slide and many won’t understand why.

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Content Marketing B2B Marketing Exercises 63

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 15, 2023

B2B buyers say they want quality content that demonstrates you understand their industry, and their company and helps them to build a business case to buy your tech product One of the reasons content marketing is so important to B2B companies is the fact that the last person a buyer speaks to is a salesperson.

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Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 18, 2015

Building thought leadership is one of the primary reasons companies engage in PR, so that’s our editorial theme this month (in case you hadn’t noticed). Thought leaders are not only the go-to people in their industry, but those who move and inspire others in their field. The Best Way to Measure Thought Leadership.

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PR 20/20

OCTOBER 9, 2018

In this spotlight, we’ve featured Cathy McPhillips ( @cmcphillips ), Vice President of Marketing at Content Marketing Institute ( @CMIContent ). This includes all PR, video, audience development, and social and community management that my team handles. Then the next time, we’ll ask for industry and location.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

DECEMBER 5, 2023

In the dynamic landscape of modern workplaces, effective internal communication is paramount. It serves as the lifeblood that fuels organizational synergy, promotes transparency, and provides a sense of community among employees. We can help! Contact us here for more information on monitoring options.

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Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The top problem in content creation probably comes from the fact that too many B2B marketers haven’t had a single conversation with a customer Most B2B marketers (57%) say creating the right content for their audience is their top content creation challenge in content marketing. This includes leaders.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 30, 2019

Tactics like content marketing, earned speaking opportunities for C-level executives, and feature articles work together to boost visibility for a brand or situation that the brand solves. Branded content like bylined articles and blog posts offer multiple benefits. PR content offers depth, credibility.

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Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 15, 2018

A recent survey conducted by Ned Lundquist’s Job of the Week (JOTW) in partnership with Sword and the Script Media, LLC sought to find out the true status of our industry. The idea of doing less with more is not uncommon to communicators. Let’s hit it. Let’s Talk Money. Anything is Easy if You Try Hard Enough.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 6, 2017

Thought leadership is a common term in most B2B public relations programs. We examine these questions on behalf of clients and have a blueprint of sorts for developing and supporting thought leadership in a company executive or expert. But what does it really mean, and which qualities make a successful thought leader?

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

AUGUST 8, 2023

As AI continues to advance and permeate various industries, marketers and communicators must adapt their strategies to leverage its power effectively. Amidst this transformative era, one fundamental aspect remains unchanged: the critical role of content marketing.

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Communications Conversations

MAY 20, 2020

But, they haven’t exactly been well-known for groundbreaking social media marketing or content marketing in the past. Others are interviews with titans of industry and business leaders like Kevin Johnson, CEO of Starbucks, who was interviewed by SF CEO, Marc Benioff, just last week.

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MaccaPR

OCTOBER 14, 2015

Rebranding to “LinkedIn Pulse” in late 2013 , the app has quickly become a key part of making LinkedIn a content marketing machine. LinkedIn Pulse essentially analyzes what’s being written and aggregates content based on your industry, your connections and what you choose to follow on the network. This one’s a no-brainer.

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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. The wealth of data we now have on customers (from product, finance, marketing, operation) enables forward-thinking customer success teams to have meaningful and timely conversations.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2017

Like nearly any other marketing or strategic discipline, public relations has changed in recent years. The Global Communications Report, a comprehensive worldwide survey of more than 1,000 senior PR executives worldwide, reveals that the global PR industry is predicted to grow from its current estimated size of $14 billion to $19.3

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PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

The South by Southwest Conference & Festivals “celebrate the convergence of the interactive, film, and music industries.” Marketers will likely gravitate toward tracks including: Advertising and brand experience. Tech industry. The premier gathering of digital marketers on planet Earth!”. Experiential storytelling.

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Cision

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

Adapting to this new digital norm bridges the anxiety that firms often experience and vocally express when advised to optimize new websites and engage with their industry and target public ASAP. Positions have even been created in companies across every industry to maintain and protect the image of the brand via digital platforms.

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Critical Mention

OCTOBER 14, 2018

In a world inundated with B2B and B2C content, striking that sweet spot between staying relevant and standing out can be a challenge. Distill thought leadership into these easy steps, and your track to the podium will be clearer than ever: Step 1: Research, research, research. What’s in AdWeek today? What about Wired or TechCrunch ?

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Leadership B2C Trends Content Marketing 68

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.

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Cision

AUGUST 21, 2017

Despite not being in an official leadership role, her work ethic, laser focus and aptitude for learning enable her to do anything she puts her mind to. Arya exemplifies why it’s important to outline your objectives before diving into creating or disseminating content. Daenerys Targaryen: Demonstrate Thought Leadership.

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Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Content marketers often have difficulty getting executive buy-in for customer research. Leadership sees it as an expense rather than an investment and worries if their team is using their (and their customers’) time wisely. Social media and niche communities like r/SkincareAddiction or r/nutrition. Lack of buy-in.

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B2B Company Survey Enterprise 94

Communications Conversations

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

Our industry has proliferated them to the point of being a popularity contest. So, here’s my take at the 22 most influential people in our industry in 2020: Decision-makers. Anna Lovely, vice president-global communications, Cargill. She’s also among the most generous, kind-hearted people in our industry.

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Agency Trends Social Media Local 78

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 12, 2016

Simply stated this in good keeping with proper sales and marketing alignment. The eMarketer report drew from surveys conducted by Pan Communications , the B2B Technology Marketing Community on LinkedIn, and the Atlanta-based demand generation firm, Annuitas. Market Research Mistake: Falling in Love with an Idea.

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B2B Marketing How To Survey 114

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Artificial intelligence is forecast to have trillions of dollars in annual impact, yet most marketers still struggle to understand what AI is and how to pilot it in their organizations. As a marketing agency, we realized our business and our clients were going to be affected by AI, as would the marketing industry.

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Buzzstream

JANUARY 22, 2024

Then, look for signs of authority and trust, like industry recognition or references from other reputable sites. For example: “write for us” AND “SEO” if I wanted the SEO industry. There is a right way and a wrong way to do it, however. All in all, give the site the “eye test”.

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Critical Mention

MAY 10, 2019

You need to incentivize your audience to engage with your content by providing educational, topical pieces that address their needs. This tactic generates brand authenticity and awareness, establishes your company’s credibility and positions it as a thought leader in your industry. Measure your success. Until next time! Jolie Shapiro.

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PR 20/20

JUNE 25, 2019

Today, we’re charting an exciting course for the future of our company and the industry. Brands have the opportunity to do better marketing at scale, and in doing so, make the world a better place. The future of marketing is more intelligent and more human. More Human Marketing Services. Here’s what it means to you.

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The Hoffman Agency

JUNE 4, 2019

After listening to hours of intense discussion on the importance of producing high-quality content, tricks to help generate that content and the meaning behind content marketing — I think that any business can be a media company. There are simply too many companies, too few journalists, and not enough time in the day.

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 26, 2014

For the most part, he runs his blog like a traditional news site, clearly has good industry contacts and always winds up involved in a couple of sessions. The blog is an industry staple, he’s plugged into the community and his name always winds up on industry conference media lists. Content Marketing *is* PR.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 27, 2017

This should encompass key topics related to your expertise, content frequency, and the most relevant social platforms. Monitoring content performance will help determine whether the content you’re producing is helping you meet your goals. Share parts of your journey – good and bad – as they happen. .

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Brand Branding Healthcare B2C 149

Cision

JUNE 1, 2016

We are living in times of transformational change, and the broader Northwest tech community is a major force in creating that disruption. At APCO, I am focused on connecting the tech community to APCO Worldwide and to the unique services we can provide to them as the sector continues to grow and evolve. Talk to your customers.

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Public Affairs Community Strategy Energy 120

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 8, 2019

Marketing also has purse strings that can be creatively – and ethically – spent to appease a specific rep with the right reference. You certainly need the sales leadership on board with a reference program, but marketing has to drive it, or it will fade away. 1) Soft interviews on your company blog.

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B2B Media eBook Interviews 77

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. Pay to pay, content grows; influencer marketing cools. “I Justin Goldstein , President & Founder, Press Record Communications.

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Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 187

PR 20/20

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Which industries do we plan to focus on for growth? Does your company target a variety of audiences across different industries? A content campaign that worked for a manufacturing lead will likely not be relevant to a pharmaceutical lead. Define goals for blogging and overall content production. Tradeshow or conference.

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Marketing Technology Internal International 52

Sword and the Script

JUNE 18, 2019

Communication teams must straddle all worlds.”. It’s a valid point, but it also depends on the industry and culture of the organization. In the B2B technology world, which is the lenses through which I example things, I’ve found PR usually reports to marketing – but supports the whole business – when a company is small or young.

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