Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Over the past 12 months or so, I’ve easily reviewed and written about more than 20 such PR surveys from the PR sector (there many more about marketing). Recently I went back through all the write-ups I’ve published on surveys and boiled the results down to these ten. These lay out a pretty good picture of the PR landscape.

Survey 94

Survey Industry Leadership Study 94

Cision

OCTOBER 6, 2016

Although some PR professionals have seized the opportunity to evolve their public relations strategies, far too many have stayed complacent, keeping their heads down and focusing on media relations and other traditional tactics that have served them well throughout the years. Earned Media. Shared Media.

Media Relations 331

Media Relations Newspapers Measurement Social Media 331

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.

Content Marketing 63

Content Marketing B2B Marketing Exercises 63

Bad Pitch Blog

APRIL 19, 2012

News Industry: All of the above has come to pass as good people are being put out on the street as journalism''s business model was never truly adapted for online consumption. Resources are such that content from brands and consumers as well as new publishing technologies are being tapped by the fourth estate to deliver their product.

Content Marketing 66

Content Marketing Marketing Journalism Consumer 66

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 14, 2018

If you work in PR and engage in media relations , it’s a good idea to keep an ear out as to what is on the minds of those that work in the media. The 2018 State of the Media report by Cision is an annual survey of reporters that offers some insight. 4) Emphasis on professional journalism. Comment: Amen.

Survey 101

Survey Report Media B2B 101

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JANUARY 30, 2024

For the PR industry, like journalism, disclosure is an issue of transparency and authenticity , which are the building blocks for trust. When I am writing or editing others’ work, I personally use Grammarly Premium. When I am writing or editing others’ work, I personally use Grammarly Premium.

Ethics 96

Ethics Crisis Transportation Airlines 96

Cision

JULY 26, 2016

In this interview, David discusses the importance of good writing skills, how technology has transformed the industry and how to stand out in today’s crowded marketplace. PR, social media, digital and marketing will continue to overlap, and the line between editorial and advertising will also continue to evolve.

Writing 120

Writing Engineering Journalism Analytics 120

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. I believe when people write predictions, they aren’t just saying what they think will happen but revealing a reflection of sorts. Scott Kaminski , Senior Marketing Manager, Häfele America Co. .

Marketing 214

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 214

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Marketing investment was redirected towards demand generation (content marketing, paid media) as startups looked for deal flow. As the market lifts, brands will need to raise awareness and will be ready to invest for the longer term as their horizons extend. There will be a glut of AI-generated content as well.

Writing 190

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 190

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 17, 2019

So, given the results which one is better – PR or content marketing ? Recommended reading: Why Content Marketing and Public Relations Need Each Other. Dispelling 6 Myths PR Sometimes has about Content Marketing. 2) Earned media still reigns as THE most credible. [And

Study 61

Study Survey B2B Advertising 61

Critical Mention

MAY 13, 2020

PR is a mix of journalism, psychology, and lawyering – it’s an ever-changing and always interesting landscape. Get a closer look at the most robust media monitoring and intelligence platform in the industry by scheduling a free, custom demo. Priscilla is the marketing coordinator for Critical Mention. . — Lori Ruff.

Communications 158

Communications Radio Sports Social Media 158

Barokas

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

According to Curata, only 42 percent of companies have hired a designated content strategist executive. This means that the time- and energy-intensive task of strategizing, writing, editing, distributing and tracking content, and the success of those projects, sits on the shoulders of teams that are likely spread too thin.

How To 60

How To Marketing Resources Journalism 60

Journalistics

JANUARY 24, 2016

In this age of content marketing we’re living in, it seems like every organization is blogging in hopes of capturing some inbound marketing magic (you can thank HubSpot for that). These posts represent the types of things you might not want to write about again. Which posts received the most negative comments?

Blogging 69

Blogging Strategy How To Writing 69

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

The Content Marketing Institute predicts that, with the right technology finally in place, promotional and even journalistic content is poised for automation. But despite the advent of AI, quality content will always need to be relevant, compelling, and informed by insight, which can only come with the human touch.

Trends 120

Trends Mobile Video Film 120

Cision

AUGUST 16, 2016

In this interview, Erik discusses moving from one media world to the next. He reveals how his background in journalism has shaped his view of the industry, his growing appreciation for PR professionals and gives insight into how journalists in the TV industry truly want to be pitched. I could write a book on this topic.

Television 120

Television Pitching Journalism Interviews 120

Critical Mention

APRIL 13, 2020

The doctor later recounted the incident on her Facebook page, writing: “I burst into tears. Eric Lebowitz joined Critical Mention in 2018 as its Director of Marketing. A native New Yorker, he originally began his career in journalism and later moved to marketing, discovering a passion for branding and analytics.

Media 111

Media Analytics Healthcare Crisis 111

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Revenue generation tactics needed adjusting and marketing strategies have been shifted to improve messaging to their audiences in a time when digital communications and influencer marketing are more important than ever before. Senior Marketing Manager, Critical Mention. Priscilla Osorio.

Brand 126

Brand Branding Storytelling Analytics 126

Rock the Status Quo

OCTOBER 6, 2015

After decades of media relations and pitching, everything is suddenly changing. Today’s stronger focus on social media and content marketing is also bridging the gap between digital experts and traditionalists, link builders and content creators, community managers and customer service.

Digital PR 100

Digital PR Publicity Pitching Social Media 100

Critical Mention

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Unfortunately for them, many of today’s major news sources have these restrictions that limit media access, which means media professionals are limited to what kind of content they can share to their brand’s audiences. This is also true of some important industry and academic journals. Until next time! Critical Mention.

How To 90

How To Journalism Radio Newspapers 90

Beyond PR

JANUARY 4, 2018

Speculation runs rampant, but likely part of the cause of the budget crunch is the fact that it’s so difficult to measure results from content marketing. Know that there are tools that solve the content and earned media measurement challenge. Challenge #4: Disconnect Between Content and Real-World Behavior.

Measurement 75

Measurement Tools Journalism Content Marketing 75

Bad Pitch Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2014

Nine months ago, robo-journalism was in full effect when the LA Times used its Quakebot algorithm to report on an earthquake -- three minutes after it happened. But you should know that people are composing auto complete song lyrics and getting robots to write fiction. Even more relevant is Google''s Primer App.

Newspapers 77

Newspapers Customer Service Google Journalism 77

Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 5, 2015

Why: “Because storytelling is about making an emotional connection with the audience, it can be more difficult to measure the effectiveness of this,” writes Vanessa Chase as she shows us how to “know when the story that we’ve told has been effective.” ” write Karen Dietz and Lori L. ” 4.

Storytelling 40

Storytelling Measurement Content Marketing Tools 40

Journalistics

JANUARY 24, 2016

In this age of content marketing we’re living in, it seems like every organization is blogging in hopes of capturing some inbound marketing magic (you can thank HubSpot for that). These posts represent the types of things you might not want to write about again. Which posts received the most negative comments?

Blogging 40

Blogging Strategy How To Writing 40

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. b) More pay-to-play opportunities to participate in national media relations opportunities. Clay Morgan , Writer and Consultant, Morgan Media, Inc.

Marketing 187

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 187

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Amid layoffs and closures stemming from the pandemic, news organizations are republishing political content leaving less time and space for businesses news Survey data shows media relations keeps getting harder , but now there’s a new analysis of content being published that offers a glimpse as to why. What’s happening?

Content Marketing 89

Content Marketing Marketing Analysis Survey 89

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2019

“The early adopters have been educating the market in the last few years about the successes that can be had with integrating own, earned and paid media. Firms that stick to being mere providers of media relations will continue to lose market share.” 5) Marketers will slow down.

Marketing 99

Marketing Content Marketing Advertising Advertising 99

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 13, 2019

Oh, sure, there are bits and pieces, but even the Wikipedia entry , at the time of this writing, is woefully incomplete. The suite was the weaving together of tools Vocus had acquired into a product aimed at the small business market. Cision acquires Gorkana , a UK-based provider of media intelligence and news.

Technology 12

Technology Software Company Marketing 12

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JUNE 27, 2023

When a news outlet publishes or airs your story, you’ve earned that coverage ( earned media ) which lends credibility over advertising (paid media). Earned media is the lifeblood of media relations, a core component of public relations. Press releases are multipurpose, multifunctional documents.

Pitching 40

Pitching Writing Engineering Wikipedia 40

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 15, 2019

The survey doesn’t get into how that budget would be broken out, which means it could include entail headcount, creative or design, social media management tools, and paid social. I want to advocate for paid social and specifically as part of a media relations program. 1) Use paid social to support media pitching.

B2B 77

B2B Facebook Advertising Advertising 77

Rock the Status Quo

FEBRUARY 9, 2015

Their content marketing and brand journalism has not yet evolved to a place where they are comfortable letting employees take the spotlight, allowing independent voices to ring out with options, truth and expertise. Getting already-busy employees to see the value and write posts.

Corporate 100

Corporate Leadership Brand Branding 100

Rock the Status Quo

APRIL 8, 2016

We’ve been taught to write in a straightforward, factual manner, “telling the news” and leaving the actual story up to the media. We forget to set that tendency aside and it creeps into the content we create. It seems making the leap is very difficult for many – even in journalism. Click To Tweet.

Storytelling 100

Storytelling Resources Journalism Examples 100

Rock the Status Quo

APRIL 8, 2016

We’ve been taught to write in a straightforward, factual manner, “telling the news” and leaving the actual story up to the media. We forget to set that tendency aside and it creeps into the content we create. It seems making the leap is very difficult for many – even in journalism. Click To Tweet.

Storytelling 100

Storytelling Resources Journalism Examples 100

Sword and the Script

MARCH 1, 2022

Cision adds sponsored content feature to PR Newswire – pitches it as “guaranteed editorial”; Meltwater Beats Earnings; TrueScope Raises $6.2 Or the Longview Journal in the case of this particular announcement. The organization switched from Cision according to the write-up. Million and Eyes the U.S.

Software 118

Software Case Study Advertising Advertising 118

Sword and the Script

JUNE 21, 2016

The same events company that is acquiring the Content Marketing Institute for $17.6 PR is a $14 billion market with roughly 5% growth, according to research from Holmes Report. Need Help with PR, Content or Social Media? 7 PR, Content Marketing and. Social Media Services that Deliver Results.

Insurance 66

Insurance Insurance B2B Corporate 66

ZudePR

MAY 31, 2015

You work in public relations, SEO, content marketing or social media marketing. You’re thinking of completely overhauling how you market your company. So I jotted down a list of PR/digital/SEO/content marketing influencers. “Writing makes me aware. I think so. “How?

Communications 81

Communications How To Blogging Content Marketing 81

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 24, 2019

I review a lot of marketing studies and surveys – and write about the one I think will be helpful for readers. It’s something of a readout on the year in PR and marketing. How long does it take to write the average blog post? Read more: 3 Studies with Benchmarks for Content Marketing, Blogging and Webinars [UML].

Marketing 78

Marketing Publicity Survey Study 78

Cision

MAY 21, 2015

Welcome to The #AskGaryVee show, where I answer your questions about marketing, social media, and entrepreneurship. Tools, tips and tactics on everything marketing and social media related. Social Media Zoom Factor. SocialZoomFactor is a podcast created for business and marketing leaders. Content Inc.

Social Media 120

Social Media Marketing Pinterest Media 120