Communications Conversations

AUGUST 3, 2021

What makes a brand “best in class” when it comes to social media marketing? Clients are constantly asking me what other companies are doing in terms of social media marketing best practices. Companies want to learn and get better at social media marketing–yes, even in 2021.

Customer Service 205

Customer Service Social Media Marketing Media 205

Onclusive

MAY 12, 2022

One of the biggest challenges for communications professionals is understanding how their efforts influence consumer behavior so they can optimize media strategy and demonstrate tangible business value. Some of these insights are quite surprising, so you don’t want to miss this!

Consumer 195

Consumer Publicity Media Analysis 195

Communications Conversations

AUGUST 3, 2021

What makes a brand “best in class” when it comes to social media marketing? Clients are constantly asking me what other companies are doing in terms of social media marketing best practices. Companies want to learn and get better at social media marketing–yes, even in 2021.

Customer Service 158

Customer Service Social Media Marketing Media 158

Prohibition

MARCH 21, 2024

Social media analysis and trend identification is an important aspect to any social media strategy. The insight obtained is fundamental in maximising social media results and with the help of AI, social media teams can gather details and process large amounts of data efficiently.

Social Media 62

Social Media Trends Analysis Media 62

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Contrary to conventional wisdom, 68% of people follow brands on social media to stay informed but they do it quietly and want it without all the buzzwords; 51% say the most memorable brands on social media do one simple thing: Respond A new report by Sprout Social offers further evidence of how social media is evolving.

Survey 122

Survey Social Media Brand Branding 122

Cision

MAY 12, 2017

As marketing communicators, we are on the verge of having all the data we could ever want. Christi Eubanks, managing vice president at Gartner , recently shared her organization’s model for total marketing measurement at the Gartner Digital Marketing Conference held in San Diego between May 10 – 12.

Measurement 185

Measurement Data Marketing Analytics 185

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 11, 2018

I have been writing about issues challenging social media and digital communications, and speaking with thought leaders on the topic. In this installment, I interview Frank Strong, Founder & President of Sword & Script Media, LLC. Frank Strong, Founder & President, Sword & Script Media.

Social Media 149

Social Media Marketing Media Facebook 149

Onclusive

JUNE 15, 2022

While many consider communications to be part of marketing, PR has fallen behind in being able to measure and prove its value to key stakeholders. This perspective can be helpful for communicators as they articulate the benefits of working together to their marketing colleagues.

Marketing 195

Marketing Measurement Advertising Advertising 195

Onclusive

JUNE 15, 2022

While many consider communications to be part of marketing, PR has fallen behind in being able to measure and prove its value to key stakeholders. Integrating PR and marketing. This perspective can be helpful for communicators as they articulate the benefits of working together to their marketing colleagues.

Marketing 195

Marketing Measurement Advertising Advertising 195

5W PR

APRIL 23, 2023

Consumers in the health and wellness market can be picky about the weight loss supplements and other diet or workout supplements they are taking. Smaller supplement brands struggle to gain consumer trust and credibility compared to well-known brands. Transparency Consumer trust is crucial and transparency is key to achieving it.

Consumer 88

Consumer Brand Branding Education 88

Shift Communications

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

By Annie Perkins, Managing Director, Consumer & Health and Megan Gaffney, VP, Consumer. It is our favorite time of the year, when beefy research and insight reports appear outlining anticipated consumer behaviors for the upcoming year. Brands putting customers in the center of consumer marketing.

Consumer 78

Consumer Trends Marketing SMB 78

Communications Conversations

APRIL 17, 2020

good) data is carefully measured and collected information based on a range of subject-dependent factors, including, but not limited to, controlled variables, meta-analysis, and randomization. Especially given consumers are looking for brands to take leadership right now. Let’s look at a few of the more prominent examples.

Social Media 198

Social Media Brand Branding Employee 198

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Newsjacking is a powerful tactic for marketing and public relations. SOCi’s Threads Launch Commentary When Instagram unveiled “Threads,” Meta’s equivalent to Twitter, it created a social media frenzy. Their findings attracted widespread media coverage from CNBC , Forbes , Yahoo , and others, generating 7.8

Brand 323

Brand Branding eBook Advertising 323

Onclusive

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Campaign Optimization – The Power of PR Analytics The continued rise of social media has given consumers an open platform to freely discuss brands and customer experiences. These conversations can also spur traditional media and cause a spike in brand mentions.

Analytics 195

Analytics Measurement Video Advertising 195

Onclusive

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Campaign Optimization – The Power of PR Analytics The continued rise of social media has given consumers an open platform to freely discuss brands and customer experiences. These conversations can also spur traditional media and cause a spike in brand mentions.

Analytics 195

Analytics Measurement Video Advertising 195

Landis PR

JANUARY 22, 2024

Photo courtesy of Pixabay For CMOs, understanding the importance of effective communication measurement is vital. Looking to validate and amplify their communication successes, CMOs – or chief marketing officers – need to be aware of effective strategies that truly reshape the broader landscape of organizational impact.

Measurement 59

Measurement Communications Crisis Communications Crisis 59

Cision

JULY 26, 2017

Since the inception of social media platforms, one of the biggest challenges has been how to properly reach your desired audience. Facebook is unprecedented by nearly every measure for social platforms, except perhaps for engagement where its companion network Instagram (and its 700 million users ) excels.

Social Media 233

Social Media How To Insurance Insurance 233

5W PR

MAY 4, 2023

Ads that market nostalgia are incredibly powerful. Brands have recognized this appeal and are using “nostalgia marketing” as a powerful tool. What is nostalgia marketing? Nostalgia marketing evokes feelings of nostalgia in consumers to create an emotional connection with a brand or product.

Film 88

Film Marketing Consumer Fashion 88

5W PR

JANUARY 3, 2024

Choosing a career in the fields of public relations or marketing involves navigating distinct professional landscapes. Marketing Marketing revolves around promoting products or services, driving sales, and ultimately generating revenue. Key skills Analyzing market trends and consumer behavior to inform marketing strategies.

Marketing 78

Marketing Engineering Reputation Product Launch 78

5W PR

APRIL 5, 2021

Many reports, especially since the start of the pandemic, have called attention to the rise of consumer dependence on social media which is also good news for B2B (business to business) marketers. Despite the optimism, that’s just the start of any strategy in leveraging the popularity of social media for B2B firms.

B2B 88

B2B Social Media Media LinkedIn 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. Be Helpful.

Marketing 244

Marketing Facebook Social Media Community 244

PRSay

APRIL 21, 2021

Here, Weiner, author of the just-published “ PR Technology, Data and Insights ” (Kogan Page), discusses acting on issues at the speed of business, combating misinformation and taking the first steps to measurement. . How can measurement help an organization combat misinformation and disinformation? My mantra is “begin simply.

Measurement 165

Measurement Communications Analysis Data 165

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Professionals across the globe share analysis and perhaps, aspiration, in offering up PR and marketing predictions for 2022. 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. Tom Pick , Digital Marketing Consultant, Webbiquity , LLC.

Marketing 214

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 214

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The company’s measures are based on the pitches sent through their systems. Studies show the average email marketing campaign has a 20% open rate and 2% CTR. Top metrics for marcom and PR vary The top metric for marketing communication (marcom) leaders is leads generated while the top metric for PR is stories placed.

Report 105

Report Publicity Marketing Pitching 105

5W PR

OCTOBER 20, 2023

In today’s diverse and interconnected world, multicultural marketing has become not just a trend but a necessity for businesses aiming to expand their reach and relevance. Understanding and embracing cultural insights is at the core of successful multicultural marketing. This segmentation will guide the marketing efforts.

Strategy 78

Strategy Marketing Local Groups 78

Onclusive

JUNE 16, 2023

In recent years, there has been a growing trend of people who are actively trying to reduce their exposure to social media influencers, known as ‘ de-influencers ’. De-influencers are people who intentionally reduce their exposure to social media influencers or encourage others to do so.

How To 195

How To Consumer Social Media Community 195

Onclusive

DECEMBER 7, 2023

To effectively measure the impact of your campaigns, assess earned media coverage, and gain insights into content topics, you must rely on a range of PR metrics and data points. Now, there is no standard metric for PR. But, there is a common framework that can be applied to PR measurement and planning.

Measurement 195

Measurement Analysis Reputation SEO 195

Cision

OCTOBER 18, 2017

Read on to learn more about how PR can bring measurement into the digital era. The first step is to make the mental shift from just focusing on traditional PR metrics — like mentions, share of voice and awareness — to also thinking about digital metrics that are commonly used these days by different marketing channels.

Measurement 198

Measurement System Data Technology 198

Deirdre Breakenridge

JUNE 13, 2016

Jennifer Radke is co-owner and CEO of the National Institute for Social Media (NISM). Social media has changed the media landscape and consumers continue to drive their own communication deciding what, when and how they want to receive news and information and share with their friends.

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Social Media Education Media Training 0

Cision

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

According to a recent study by Fluent , consumers who are reached through a greater number of channels engage more with, and buy more from, brands. Another study by Statista found that as many as 43 percent of Canadians relied on traditional media to research Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals in November 2015.

Social Media 120

Social Media Marketing Media Study 120

Landis PR

MARCH 14, 2022

Five Key Steps to Introducing Your Consumer Brand to a New Social Media Platform. In a digital world, use of social media is no longer optional. Having a social media strategy can boost your brand and expand your market, but that doesn’t all happen overnight.

Social Media 52

Social Media Consumer Brand Branding 52

5W PR

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

As consumer trends continue to shift away from traditional brick-and-mortar shopping to online shopping and social media activity, a strong, targeted, and effective digital marketing plan is becoming more important than ever. Social Media Engagement. Conversions. Sales matter more than anything else.

Digital PR 88

Digital PR Measurement How To Tools 88

Cision

JUNE 1, 2017

The only way a PESO model can give PR pros a seat at the executive table is to measure, measure, measure. Without measuring your PESO activities’ effectiveness, you don’t know where to focus. For each of the four media types, there are different metrics to track. Paid Media. Owned Media.

Measurement 200

Measurement Analytics Google Data 200

Onclusive

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Welcome back to our blog series about earned media strategy and measurement! This week, we’re concluding the series with an overview of how to measure earned media success and optimize your strategy using these data and insights. The shift toward qualitative vs. quantitative metrics. The answer?

Strategy 397

Strategy Measurement Data Analysis 397

Reputation Us

MARCH 20, 2024

Your company’s reputation is not merely a reflection of your public image, but a tangible asset with measurable impact on the most essential aspects of your operations. In this third part of the series, we consider the value of social media influencers on your reputation.

Reputation 78

Reputation Journalism Financial Corporate 78

The Hoyt Organization

APRIL 11, 2024

As brands look for new and innovative ways to reach their target audience on social media, leveraging the power and audience reach of influencers has become a popular and effective tool. How can PR professionals leverage this new influencer power to create authentic and personal connections with consumers on behalf of brands?

Social Media 70

Social Media Video Viral Brand 70

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