Communications Conversations

JANUARY 26, 2016

Something I’ve been thinking about a lot lately: Are we over-relying on media relations in PR? I’m talking about the broader scope of PR here–media relations, content marketing, social media marketing, community relations, etc.

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Media Relations Media Newspapers Print 60

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

APRIL 9, 2024

Crafting stories that resonate One key aspect of merging PR with digital strategies is the art of storytelling. Brands are no longer faceless entities; they’re storytellers vying for the audience’s attention amidst a sea of content. Here’s where PR shines, crafting narratives that not only inform but also entertain and engage.

Social Media 92

Social Media Marketing Media Storytelling 92

Sword and the Script

MARCH 19, 2018

A new survey of primarily corporate communications professionals identified the hottest trends and tactics in PR – and perhaps those that aren’t so hot too. Respondents said storytelling, content marketing and thought leadership will be more important over the next 12 months. The Data Story on the Hottest PR Trends.

Survey 71

Survey Trends Communications Storytelling 71

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

b) More pay-to-play opportunities to participate in national media relations opportunities. c) More companies create their own content and channels to reach audiences instead of traditional media channels. d) Influencer marketing to cool off as far as the amounts of money companies are paying influencers.”.

Marketing 189

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 189

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

“We are going to see more journalists build their own paid content channels – with or without backing from media outlets. Brad Marley , Chief Storyteller, Yelram Media . Public relations is HOT right now. Several trends that started in 2021 will grow to carry over into 2022. PR grows more in demand.

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Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 214

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 4, 2018

The statistics selected can be grouped are heavily weighted along the following topics: Statistics about – or for – the CMO ; Statistics about digital and B2B marketing ; Statistics about PR or media relations ; and. Statistics about content marketing. 10) Growing challenges of media relations.

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Survey Marketing B2B Content Marketing 104

Sword and the Script

MAY 26, 2020

(click any image for higher resolution) Other Notes from the 2020 JOTW Comms Survey Ned’s Job of the Week (JOTW) newsletter and Sword and the Script Media conducted the third annual JOTW Communications Survey to understand trends in the field of communications. Media relations only gets harder.

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Survey Measurement Public Affairs Storytelling 119

B2B PR Sense

JANUARY 5, 2018

Handpicked Related Content. Myth #3: PR is not the same as media relations. Media relations is a subset of PR. Or you may decide that media relations is precisely what you need. Handpicked Related Content. How to Score in B2B Media Relations. Social media strategy.

Crisis Management 238

Crisis Management B2B Reputation Advertising 238

Cision

APRIL 27, 2017

Communicators need to learn a new language: One of the biggest themes was addressing the elephant in the room: earned media (PR/communications/media relations) budgets do not get as much money allocated to them as owned media or paid media (internal content or advertising) do – despite the fact consumers trust earned media the most.

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Data Leadership Tools Advertising 264

Prohibition

AUGUST 25, 2023

Collaborate on content creation: PR and marketing teams can collaborate on content creation to ensure a consistent and unified brand message. Amplify marketing campaigns with PR: PR professionals can amplify marketing campaigns through media relations and influencer partnerships.

Retail 62

Retail Marketing Analytics Social Media 62

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Another great way to get a better glance into what your audience likes and dislikes is by tracking Word Cloud metrics to see what related words are trending with your brand. Perfect the Art of Storytelling. One of the key components every successful brand has is excellent storytelling.

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Brand Branding Storytelling Analytics 126

Cision

APRIL 20, 2015

PR no longer is a press release or media relations business. We use a wide range of content and activities to communicate our messages and reach our target audiences. We generally rely upon three content types: Owned. We then consider how, when and where to publish and promote the content and activities.

Media 120

Media Content Marketing Infographics Fashion 120

Barokas

DECEMBER 19, 2019

In this field, we must stay nimble and be prepared to pivot in the face of new trends. In that spirit, our team has compiled the following predictions for trends that will shape PR and communications in the coming year. What trends are on your radar for the coming year? Let us know in the comments!

Marketing 78

Marketing Employee Trends Study 78

Landis PR

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Content creation is merely experiencing the next wave of its evolution. That means, as content marketers, we must learn how, and when, to effectively leverage AI-assisted content within our marketing strategies.

Marketing 59

Marketing Content Marketing Storytelling B2B 59

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Many businesses use a mix of email marketing, paid search, SEO, content marketing, and social media marketing to create prospects and turn them into customers. Where does public relations , with its roots in media relations and events, fit into the customer acquisition picture?

B2C 120

B2C Product Launch SEO Storytelling 120

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.

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Marketing Content Marketing Advertising Advertising 100

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Marketing predictions. Efficient marketing execution and measurement. Too often marketers become enamored with the latest trends and tools. It may not sound sexy, but a marketing leader must focus on the actions that get the job done. Marketing be nimble. This trend will impact all publishers.

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Marketing Employee Content Marketing Training 168

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Crafting compelling narratives: At the heart of effective video marketing lies the art of storytelling. Communications and PR professionals are experts at shaping narratives that resonate with the target audience, and when applied to video marketing, this skill can elevate your content to new heights.

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Video Publicity Marketing Analytics 87

Sword and the Script

JUNE 18, 2019

What is for sure is that a solid PR team is versatile and can expertly cover down on a broad number of functions: internal comms, external comms, executive comms, media relations, analyst relations, corporate social responsibility, thought leadership and marcom, and as I’ve long proposed, content marketing, among many others.

Employee 148

Employee Print Writing Survey 148

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

There are lots of useful public relations and communication news sources one can benefit from across the internet. From tweets to blogs, many PR organizations publish great PR content. Popular topics consist of top PR trends, product updates, company culture, as well as PR successes and blunders. Share Tweet Share.

Public Affairs 172

Public Affairs Creativity Nonprofit Agency 172

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

5W PR

JANUARY 31, 2024

It encompasses strategic communication to build and maintain positive relationships with the media, stakeholders, and the general public. Media Relations: Establishes and maintains relationships with journalists and influencers to secure media coverage and positive exposure for the tech brand.

Technology 78

Technology Product Launch Crisis Management Case Study 78

Prohibition

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

It involves developing relationships with tech journalists, bloggers and influencers , as well as leveraging online channels like social media, blogs and other digital platforms. Tech PR also involves securing media coverage and amplifying content through storytelling to reach the right target audience.

Strategy 62

Strategy Brand Branding Technology 62

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 15, 2018

The role of communicators – whether it implicitly states it in our job descriptions or not – is to keep on top of societal and industry trends so we can ensure our organizations keep pace with or stay ahead of the competition. Marketing efforts are being automated, increasing the volume of messages and content being pushed out.

Survey 74

Survey Industry Communications Corporate 74

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 11, 2018

This year, more than 20 professionals – real people that do real marketing and PR work every day – responded and with high-quality ideas that I found to be invigorating and thought-provoking. 5) Alignment of marketing and customer success. “A Also see PR and Storytelling; Off Script No. 7: Lou Hoffman.

Social Media 91

Social Media Marketing Media Creativity 91

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JULY 11, 2023

In the age of social media, parenting narratives have expanded beyond the traditional portrayal of moms as the primary caregivers. Enter the world of dad influencers (aka ‘dadfluencers’): a rising trend where fathers use their online presence to share their experiences, insights, and challenges of modern fatherhood.

Brand 55

Brand Branding Instagram Community 55

Critical Mention

JUNE 24, 2018

With everything in real-time, for example, look at how we’re using streaming video in our storytelling. Since I’m a professor and a storyteller who publishes frequently, Grammarly is also crucial. Being an influencer means you need to be on top of a lot of trends affecting your industry.

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Storytelling Technology Course Privacy 106

Critical Mention

OCTOBER 29, 2019

PR pros can deliver exceptional multimedia experiences by spreading their brand’s updates and releases across TV, radio, social media and online publications. In addition to learning how to deliver information across all mediums, PR pros must be strong storytellers and know how to navigate and tailor messages to the targeted audiences.

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Radio Television Social Media Sports 92

Critical Mention

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Adjusting to new trends is part of the business for PR professionals. PR Daily is a news site that delivers news, advice, and opinions on the public relations, marketing, social media, and media worlds. Its site provides a true depiction of contemporary media, as well as tips and tricks. Share Tweet Share.

Blogging 68

Blogging Education Resources Creativity 68

PR 20/20

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Modern marketing is constantly shifting, and the folks that are part of your marketing team need to be masters in all things technology, best practices, and trends. Some roles to consider on your marketing dream team : Content writer. Graphic designer / visual storyteller. Data analyst. Email specialist.

Marketing 52

Marketing Technology Internal International 52

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.

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Social Media Marketing Pinterest Media 120

The Hoffman Agency

JUNE 4, 2019

And public relations agencies have been forced to rethink the way they work with their partners and clients to help them find the best way to generate and proliferate their content. It] gives a little bit of insight about the trend based on what they’ve seen in their background.”

Media 34

Media Content Marketing Company Agency 34

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.

Writing 192

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 192

Communications Conversations

AUGUST 31, 2018

Since the beginning of the year, I’ve noticed a distinct trend: more former media folks making the transition to the PR/social side. In many ways, the media isn’t the best place to work right now. Vineeta Sawkar, senior media relations manager, University of St. Newsrooms are more lean than ever before.

Media 112

Media Journalism Report Video 112

PR 20/20

AUGUST 11, 2016

However, these qualified hybrid marketing professionals are in short supply, and a full-fledged talent war has begun. It’s imperative that businesses continuously adapt to evolving marketing trends. The Visual Storyteller. Visual content connects with, entertains, and educates consumers. The SEO Pro.

Marketing 43

Marketing Mobile Engineering Technology 43

PR 20/20

AUGUST 11, 2016

However, these qualified hybrid marketing professionals are in short supply, and a full-fledged talent war has begun. It’s imperative that businesses continuously adapt to evolving marketing trends. The Visual Storyteller. Visual content connects with, entertains, and educates consumers. The SEO Pro.

Marketing 40

Marketing Mobile Engineering Technology 40

Beyond PR

OCTOBER 27, 2016

I learned about social media, about search engine optimization, about email marketing, about remarketing, about lead generation and funnels and demand generation and content marketing and events and graphic design. Boy, was it overwhelming. Floored, I took the numbers to the CMO, and we both beamed together.

Communications 40

Communications Tools Analytics Television 40