Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Here’s a look at statistics across PR, marketing, and social media that were surfaced in the various reports and studies covered on this blog throughout 2020. The list below is broken into four sections: Marketing statistics from 2020. Content marketing statistics from 2020. Marketing Statistics from 2020.

Survey 174

Survey Marketing B2B Study 174

5W PR

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Content marketing is not a novel phenomenon and has been used as a marketing tool by PR executives for years. Following is a guide which will eliminate the disconnected messages, bewildering tones, and general chaos of PR marketing content produced by a business. . Unfortunately, the results have not always been positive.

Content Marketing 148

Content Marketing Marketing Measurement Data 148

Prohibition

AUGUST 23, 2023

Nowadays, consumers are constantly bombarded with advertisements and marketing collateral, creating a congested market. This is where influencer marketing plays a pivotal role in the industry. Traditional forms of advertising often feel intrusive and lack the personal touch that influencer marketing provides.

Retail 62

Retail Marketing Advertising Advertising 62

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2019

As I’ve done in recent years, I’ve asked a whole bunch of smart people for their marketing predictions or PR predictions for the next year. And now on with the marketing and PR predictions for 2020. 1) Marketing embraces sustainability. 2) Marketing analytics enable better efficiency. “In 5) Marketers will slow down.

Marketing 99

Marketing Content Marketing Advertising Advertising 99

Sword and the Script

JUNE 18, 2016

That’s according to a survey of 1,200 “social dads” by Social Media Link and presented in the infographic – Dads Do Social – published nearby. In an introduction to the infographic, marketing director Jordon Ben writes: “Today’s dads are social, vocal and see their online world as a communal resource to help them make decisions.

Infographics 60

Infographics Social Media Media Survey 60

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Communicators found their influence grew with executives, even as the functions they performed evolved in 2022; PR and marketing alike battled to win trust amid clutter, noise and skepticism. Every year I read and write about dozens of reports on B2B marketing and PR. 12% say competing go-to-market strategy or goals (KPIs).

B2B 114

B2B Marketing Survey Software 114

Cision

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

In this video, Baer talks about how influencer marketing is a powerful strategy that can easily go wrong. Jay Baer Asks — What Are The 3 Biggest Problems With Influencer Marketing? Jay Baer: What are the three biggest problems with influencer marketing? And I can tell you that influencer marketing is harder than it appears.

Marketing 255

Marketing Infographics Video Content Marketing 255

PR 20/20

MAY 16, 2023

In today's fast-paced business landscape, associations and organizations face the constant challenge of maximizing their marketing and sales efforts while operating within limited resources. In this post, we'll explore six effective strategies associations can implement to optimize their marketing and sales efforts.

Marketing 69

Marketing eBook Resources Tools 69

Prohibition

AUGUST 17, 2021

Video content is nothing new but with the introduction of video only social media platforms such as TikTok and the launch of Instagram’s IGTV and Reels – concise an consumable content is a strong content marketing tactic. Consumers are more likely to remember a video that is shorter and has a clear, concise message.

Content Marketing 62

Content Marketing Video Marketing Product Launch 62

Sword and the Script

JULY 19, 2022

Buyers of B2B software want published pricing: according to a study by McKinsey, 68% want prices published online without negotiation (and other useful B2B marketing statistics). Regular readers know I frequently dive into surveys and studies about B2B marketing, sales and PR. The cost of B2B marketing content.

B2B 88

B2B Report Survey Marketing 88

Agility PR Solutions

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

We’ve watched the progression of the COVID crisis, and its impacts on consumer behavior at every stage, but a post-mortem (almost) review can help brands and marketers figure out where we’re heading, and how to optimize their strategy.

Retail 78

Retail Consumer Infographics Crisis 78

MaccaPR

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Focused on the DIY and home improvement space, we gathered at the Grand Hyatt Buckhead hotel to network and share insights into the ever-changing landscape of influencer marketing. It’s no secret that influencer marketing is booming, according to Influencer Marketing Hub , influencer marketing was a $13 billion industry in 2021.

Conference 62

Conference Marketing Instagram YouTube 62

Contently - Strategy

AUGUST 22, 2019

Believe it or not, the caution with which consumers approach money actually makes finance content into fertile ground for creativity. After all, the actual content of bank marketing stays largely the same from institution to institution—there are finite ways to approach writing about, say, a checking account or a credit card.

Banking 93

Banking Content Marketing Examples Industry 93

Newsfile

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

73% of consumers say [that] to win their support, companies must show how they are supporting communities and the environment. Press release examples like the following effectively use data to paint a picture of consumer behavior during the holidays. UK consumers are expected to spend £24.1 more than in 2022, and includes £3.8

Examples 116

Examples Energy Retail Product Launch 116

Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 7, 2019

In today’s hi-tech, fast-moving, cluttered digital world, content marketing is one of the most practical, effective and useful marketing strategies to date. It’s an essential aspect of today’s digital marketing landscape. So what does content marketing mean? Infographics. White papers.

Content Marketing 93

Content Marketing Marketing Infographics Consumer 93

Shift Communications

OCTOBER 9, 2014

Content marketing isn’t a panacea. More important, however, is that content marketing can hit diminishing returns very quickly, in a phenomenon first described by marketing expert Mark W. Here’s a fun infographic from the folks over at Domo about how much is happening in an Internet minute. Lots and lots of content.

Content Marketing 158

Content Marketing Marketing Facebook Creativity 158

Cision

APRIL 23, 2015

This post is based on our white paper “ Outside-The-Box Content Marketing for PR.” ” A week into 2014, Mark Schaefer published a blog post that questioned whether content marketing – which he termed “the hottest marketing trend around” – was a sustainable strategy for businesses.

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Strategy B2C Marketing 120

5W PR

JANUARY 31, 2024

This is especially effective for consumer technology products. Here’s an overview of how Tech PR typically operates and can be implemented: Understanding the Tech Landscape: PR professionals begin by gaining a deep understanding of the tech industry, the specific market, and the target audience.

Technology 78

Technology Product Launch Crisis Management Case Study 78

Cision

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

A well-crafted press release can do just that — increasing consumer awareness, connecting you with influencers and helping to generate new business. A century later, companies have to do a lot more to get the attention of not only newspapers but also a newly expanded audience of blogs, influencers and consumers. Example: ‘I Quit!

Infographics 283

Infographics Consumer Video Examples 283

Flack's Revenge

MARCH 4, 2015

Last month I explained the Open Spaces Marketing concept. See below, and visit this page if you’d like to register to learn more about open spaces marketing. Dan Zarrella , an authority on data-driven marketing, has written extensively on this topic. Good marketers like to tap the latest methods for reaching customers.

Marketing 120

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Infographics 120

Cision

MAY 2, 2015

The Content Marketing Institute defines content marketing as “owning, as opposed to renting, media. It’s a marketing process to attract and retain customers by consistently creating and curating content in order to change or enhance a consumer behavior.”. It’s more than an inbound marketing tool.

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Marketing Infographics Storytelling 120

Sword and the Script

APRIL 26, 2022

Nearly three-quarters (72%) of B2B buyers say they consume three or more pieces of content before engaging a salesperson, according to a survey by Demand Gen Report. For those in B2B marketing , that means they want those pieces to count. More respondents (42%) put that number at between 3 and 5 – than any other option. Mid funnel.

B2B 95

B2B Case Study Survey eBook 95

5W PR

MAY 27, 2022

The global robotics market is constantly growing which gives plenty of businesses great opportunities for various public relations efforts. The goal of every business in the industry should be to tell their stories to the target audience to attract more consumers. Storytelling.

Company 88

Company Strategy Publicity Real Estate 88

PRSay

JUNE 28, 2023

and clearly articulates the who, what and why Includes compelling, high-quality visuals: photos, videos, infographics or data visualizations Features content that adds credibility and validation: unique data or research, testimonials or quotes from experts or executives Is formatted strategically (e.g. “reveals,” “shows,” “announces,” etc.)

Brand 136

Brand Branding Infographics How To 136

5W PR

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

This content can take the form of articles, videos, infographics, webinars, and more. This level of personalization increases engagement and helps build stronger connections with consumers. Influencer partnerships Influencer marketing has emerged as a powerful tool in digital PR.

Viral 78

Viral Digital PR Storytelling Reputation 78

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Conducting market research, analyzing customer feedback, and monitoring user behavior on your website are effective ways to gain valuable insights into your target audience’s preferences. According to a study by Accenture , 91% of consumers are more likely to shop with brands that provide relevant offers and recommendations.

Engineering 99

Engineering Writing Mobile SEO 99

Reputation Us

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The annual survey of more than 33,000 individuals in 28 countries seeks to understand the public’s perception of trust across different markets and demographics. More than 91 percent of businesses use content marketing, according to the Semrush State of Content Marketing report.

Reputation 78

Reputation Corporate Content Marketing Survey 78

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

APRIL 2, 2024

These insights form the foundation for our infographic – a must-see for any PR pro! And 40% of social media news consumers expressed concerns about getting news on social media that is inaccurate, low quality and politically biased. 7 Reasons Traditional Media is Still Relevant in PR 1.

Media 102

Media Radio Print Newspapers 102

5W PR

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Plus, the consumer has changed and while audiences still engage with high-value production, on certain platforms they are accustomed to, and even primed, for low-production, short-form content.

Instagram 78

Instagram Infographics Trends Software 78

5W PR

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Zapier Zapier, a standout plugin, is tailor-made for professionals and marketers. Link Reader Simplifying the task of consuming web content, Link Reader excels as a ChatGPT plugin. Questmate Forms Questmate Forms is a boon for those creating infographics and forms.

Travel 78

Travel Hotels Infographics YouTube 78

Contently - Strategy

APRIL 14, 2021

For consumers, this means those sneakers are less likely to stalk you around the internet just because you browsed Zappos one time. a search marketing agency. We’ve all heard the stories where someone is searching for medical advice, and then starts seeing marketing about that condition.”

Privacy 96

Privacy Google Advertising Advertising 96

Cision

JANUARY 9, 2018

According to HubSpot’s State of Inbound 2017 , the top three inbound marketing priorities are: Growing SEO & Organic Presence. Infographics. Informative, aesthetic infographics drive immense engagement. Nearly 70 percent of marketers rate charts and graphics as the most engaging type of visual content.

Case Study 210

Case Study How To Infographics SEO 210

5W PR

MAY 17, 2022

When companies combine their public relations and content marketing efforts, they can look at repurposing some of the old content they’ve published. With this strategy companies can capture the attention of both the content and PR markets with similar pieces of content that aren’t a carbon copy of each other. Repurposing content.

Strategy 88

Strategy Content Marketing Employee Google 88

Sword and the Script

JULY 21, 2018

However, I think the marketing community has over-corrected and the more strategic marketers value both the art and science of marketing. This is why a new study by McKinsey is so important and why I’ve included it in this week’s Unscripted Marketing links [UML]. 2) Crutches, agile and marketing.

Creativity 64

Creativity Marketing Analytics Measurement 64

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 21, 2018

Journalists look for pitches that are backed up by data in the form of charts, graphs, tables, or interactive infographics. Data-driven PR drives marketing engagement. Infographic from a 2017 article in MarTech Advisor. The overall PR/marketing trend is toward more content, and specifically more visual content.

Storytelling 189

Storytelling Data Data-Driven PR Infographics 189

Cision

JUNE 13, 2017

Many consumers don’t just want to buy a product; they want to buy-in to a tribe. In addition to social media, one way brands have enabled that direct, personal connection with consumers is through a company blog (hey, like this one!). For more, see “ 3 Ways to Promote Content Marketing with Press Releases.”.

Blogging 215

Blogging Company Engineering Airlines 215

Contently - Strategy

JULY 20, 2020

A few weeks ago, I took part in a Zoom roundtable for B2B marketing executives. One marketing leader at the roundtable had bet over 80 percent of his budget on in-person trade shows prior to the pandemic. Now he was scrambling to put together a digital-first marketing plan. buyer consumes before—and after—she talks to sales.

LinkedIn 141

LinkedIn Trade Shows Case Study B2B 141