Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

This why a good content marketer can take a dense white paper, identify the most interesting parts , re-write it for the web, and then watch it get more traction than the first time around. 1) Write short sentences. Years ago, a marketing professor in my MBA program required students to use varied punctuation in writing assignments.

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Writing Blogging Content Marketing Web 60

Communications Conversations

MARCH 9, 2015

The other day, I was browsing through LinkedIn (something I do at least once a day, for various reasons). Person starts publishing on LinkedIn out of curiousity. Until, they are basically blogging on LinkedIn, as I like to call it. Then, he cross-posted to LinkedIn. But, who said they have to write the posts?

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Communications Conversations

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

I spend a lot of time in LinkedIn these days. Helping manage corporate LinkedIn pages. And, helping executives communicate with employees, customers and other key stakeholders via LinkedIn publishing. And, helping executives communicate with employees, customers and other key stakeholders via LinkedIn publishing.

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PRSay

MARCH 21, 2023

In the communications profession, they are now several years into their careers and earning supervisor, manager and leadership roles at agencies, corporations, brands and organizations of all sizes. She concluded her LinkedIn post about building leaders for tomorrow by writing, “They are hiding in plain sight.

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PRSay

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

As NPR reports , corporate jargon sounds trite and rings hollow. In a recent survey by language-learning platform Preply, more than 1 in 5 people say they dislike corporate buzzwords. Business buzzwords can ease communication or confuse and alienate people.

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Fashion Survey Corporate LinkedIn 94

Communications Conversations

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

Drive all social traffic back to our corporate blog and/or web site. Drive all social traffic back to our corporate blog and/or web site. He’s owner of Likeable Local, a long-time influencer and now, a LinkedIn “Influencer.” His company has a corporate blog. We own that content. Straight up.

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Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 18, 2022

I was reminded of this recently when Scott Brinker posted this little rant to LinkedIn : “I’ve been studying martech for 20+ years. For example, I’ve been writing a monthly summary of the news from PR technolog y vendors for more than three years now. ” How can you improve writing with plain language?

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Handbook Financial Writing Corporate 92

MaccaPR

OCTOBER 14, 2015

Not too long ago, you , as a marketer, signed in to LinkedIn to check your messages , catch up on an old colleague, and maybe update your new profile picture. Rebranding to “LinkedIn Pulse” in late 2013 , the app has quickly become a key part of making LinkedIn a content marketing machine. 1) Access to influential people.

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LinkedIn Content Marketing Marketing Engineering 48

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 21, 2019

If the executive has a strong or contrarian point of view on topics of evergreen interest, then she should write blog entries, LinkedIn posts, and pitch bylines to key outlets. See this post for tips on writing stellar bylines. Corporate activism. See this post for more on CEOs embracing corporate activism.

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Communications Conversations

OCTOBER 13, 2015

When it comes to corporate volunteerism and social media, isn’t this what we normally see from brands? Posts like these are all too common when it comes to corporate volunteerism and social media for big brands. Wouldn’t that be an interesting way to shine the light on the corporate volunteerism work? Good story.

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wiredPRworks

MARCH 10, 2022

This was an interview I was so looking forward to – after all, Beth and I go way, way, way back to the early days when corporate communications was just making the transition to the first evolution of social media: the intranet. ” says Beth Nyland, the Corporate Poet & Cutter of C.R.A.P. Beth Nyland on LinkedIn.

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Creativity Communications Interviews Instagram 98

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 11, 2020

Journalists are finding less value in press releases with only 3% saying they heavily rely on the document for their writing. Quality writing rises to the top. A company can easily spread news and announcements through social channels, but a series of tweets and LinkedIn posts won’t always clearly communicate the message at hand.

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SEO Data B2B Writing 221

Waxing UnLyrical

NOVEMBER 2, 2016

So the next time you’re giving a talk, writing your blurb on the company website or even just updating your LinkedIn profile, consider taking a few easy steps to pump up your bio: 1. They might be able to provide some insights that could inform your writing. What tips would you give others when writing their bio?

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Contently - Strategy

JANUARY 26, 2023

She used LinkedIn to share her thoughts on making healthcare more affordable. Her posts on LinkedIn showcase her concern (and Cigna’s concern) about the personal well-being of her audience. The executive team is one place to start, but great candidates may exist at all rungs of the corporate ladder. Create content.

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Leadership Content Marketing Healthcare Google 126

Beyond PR

JULY 19, 2016

Writing a short press release headline that packs an informative punch isn’t easy. Our SlideShare How to Write Press Releases notes two rules of thumb for headline length: . The next time you’re writing a press release, consider these five tips and examples to help keep your headline short, sweet and to the point.

Writing 40

Writing Wireless How To Travel 40

Deirdre Breakenridge

DECEMBER 6, 2016

Jessica spent six years in corporate PR before launching her own business. A little more about our special guest, Jessica Lawlor … After six years in the corporate PR world, Jessica left her job to start her own communications agency focused on content management/development, public relations, writing, social media strategy and branding.

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PRSay

OCTOBER 29, 2021

There has been an increased focus in corporate America on DE&I, which opens doors for more perspectives at decision-making tables. And there’s the part of that shift that I think corporate America needs to embrace. How is that affecting your writing? Connect with him on LinkedIn. . They want real action.

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Nonprofit Case Study Corporate Tools 156

Stephen Waddington

JANUARY 31, 2019

Individual bloggers have shifted to platforms such as Facebook and LinkedIn where it’s easier to engage with a community at scale. They’re curating content and writing newsletters. Blogging remains a worthwhile tactic for building personal and corporate reputation, and for awareness at the top of the marketing funnel.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 2, 2019

PR is one of the best ways to build visibility for a corporate brand while getting the word out about a given product or service. See this post for tips on writing stellar executive bylines. And a fundamental part of any effective PR campaign is a healthy focus on executive visibility. Become a constant at conferences.

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Conference Leadership LinkedIn Social Media 160

Waxing UnLyrical

AUGUST 28, 2018

Yet, even as PR practitioners, we find ourselves challenged with how best to write a story. For example, when writing a press release ensure your headline provides enough detail to engage readers while leveraging your sub-head to deliver the scene. Writing in today’s digital landscape doesn’t have to be difficult. Set the stage.

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Storytelling Case Study Writing Corporate 105

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 13, 2020

But here’s the insight: bloggers who write longer posts are also more likely to report strong marketing results. Now, every year when I write this, someone remarks that length isn’t the same thing as quality. The survey “skews toward LinkedIn users, B2B marketers and people in the U.S.” click image for higher resolution) 2.

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B2B Study Blogging Marketing 147

The Proactive Report

MAY 27, 2018

Both agency and corporate executives agree that this is the greatest challenge preventing them from achieving their future goals. Corporate-side PR. Corporate PR budgets grew only 2.6% The traditional skills are still in demand – writing, communication and strategy. Connect on LinkedIn. New Skills for PR.

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Industry Measurement SEO Corporate 113

PRSay

JUNE 7, 2022

As an incoming local Chapter president, I had a lengthy list of tasks to prepare for the new year — update the Chapter website, confirm the January program, write my newsletter column and plan the next board meeting. Pick one, study it as a team and then follow the steps to writing a plan. Connect with her on LinkedIn.

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Crisis Crisis Communications Nonprofit Local 78

Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 12, 2015

Every time I see writing redundancies my teeth grit, my hair stands on end, and I want to run around my neighborhood screaming. And all the smart people who responded to my question on Facebook about the writing redundancies that are their pet peeves, making this post what it is? Thank you to them. ” ~ John Friedman.

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Writing Airlines Google Facebook 40

Cision

JULY 26, 2017

Danny Sullivan, writing for Search Engine Land, detailed the effective engagement (relative to all of his Twitter followers) of a specific Tweet as.1 Lifestyles – > (Arts, Auto Enthusiasts, Business Travelers, Corporate Execs, Coupon Users, Crafts, DIYers, Fashionistas, etc.). Social Targeting on LinkedIn.

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Social Media How To Insurance Insurance 233

The Proactive Report

MAY 27, 2018

Both agency and corporate executives agree that this is the greatest challenge preventing them from achieving their future goals. Corporate-side PR. Corporate PR budgets grew only 2.6% The traditional skills are still in demand – writing, communication and strategy. Connect on LinkedIn. New Skills for PR.

Industry 100

Industry Measurement SEO Corporate 100

The Proactive Report

MAY 27, 2018

Both agency and corporate executives agree that this is the greatest challenge preventing them from achieving their future goals. Corporate-side PR. Corporate PR budgets grew only 2.6% The traditional skills are still in demand – writing, communication and strategy. Connect on LinkedIn. New Skills for PR.

Industry 100

Industry Measurement SEO Corporate 100

Critical Mention

JANUARY 3, 2019

While I started engaging on social media channels, I realized that blogging and writing about my experiences would be central to sharing my story. I started reading some very interesting papers and books about the psychological forces come into play in tough corporate and external environments. If so, how?

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Interviews Ethics Government Internal 105

Cision

APRIL 18, 2017

If not, complete the following exercise: Write down all of the questions you are asked in new business—aka sales—meetings. Write down all of the questions your customer service department is asked. Write down what your domain authority is, which is listed in the left-hand side of the box, right underneath your website’s URL.

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Exercises Google Writing Blogging 198

Communications Conversations

AUGUST 27, 2019

That was actually close to the reaction I got from friends and colleagues on a LinkedIn post where I shared this news a few weeks ago. Blog content from people with varying writing skills (this even applies to some “media “sites now). Let’s go back and look at my LinkedIn post. AUDIBLE GASP! Not by a long shot.

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Handbook Guidelines Print LinkedIn 131

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Recently I went back through all the write-ups I’ve published on surveys and boiled the results down to these ten. Blogs, including independent and corporate blogs, can be credible. is $100,000 in 2020; it’s higher for in-house PR and corporate communications roles at $145,500 and lower for PR agencies at $90,000. The results?

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Survey Industry Leadership Study 94

Deirdre Breakenridge

MARCH 7, 2016

Bob Varettoni, Director, Corporate Communications at Verizon, Sandy Charet, CEO of Charet & Associates, and I participated on a panel to offer advice for PR students and professionals. With respect to the skills necessary for a career in communications, it is important to have the following: Good writing skills.

Communications 120

Communications Interviews Social Media LinkedIn 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 4, 2017

How hard is it to write some short articles on a subject you know well? Understanding what the decision-makers want before you begin writing is a major timesaver. Write for the audience. Because every industry has its own language and terminology, to write like an insider may require the inclusion of certain terms.

B2B 136

B2B Guidelines Writing Pitching 136

Business Wire

APRIL 25, 2017

Here are some great tips from Executive Producer Amy Feller that will increase the chances of your news release being featured on BizWireTV: Write a compelling headline Headlines don’t just attract readers, they entice viewers as well. What kind of stories does BizWireTV look for?

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Television Video Travel Analysis 156

Solo PR Pro

APRIL 6, 2021

Michael Ares, MDA Corporate Marketing, LLC. That means staying extremely close to the news and following those reporters writing about key trends on an hourly basis throughout the day. That means staying extremely close to the news and following those reporters writing about key trends on an hourly basis throughout the day.

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Tools Google LinkedIn Leadership 89

Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 4, 2018

For instance, your blog posts may read as professional and enthusiastic, but your Facebook copy promoting each blog post can’t sound exactly like what you post on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Instagram. You might want to dial down the enthusiasm on Twitter and LinkedIn, and dial it up a notch on Instagram and Pinterest.

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Brand Branding LinkedIn Instagram 111

PRSay

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

Fortunately, your corporate communications team can kindle that love. A report published by LinkedIn and Imperative writes, “…companies are seeing that purpose-oriented employees are more productive and successful.” As Gallup writes, “Employees are consumers of the workplace. And this makes a significant impact.

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