Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 25, 2018

We are surrounded by an overwhelming amount of social media platforms, communication channels, and mediums of interaction, making hard to differentiate our unique ideas from messages that we have already seen. So, how do you stay creative when you are inundated with so many different platforms to promote your ideas?

Creativity 171

Creativity Technology Social Media Travel 171

Sword and the Script

MAY 11, 2019

On the other hand, measuring some PR activities, like earned media , is far more challenging than other forms of marketing and communications. 1) Earned media is sales enablement. A tech PR firm recently published a study that showed promising effects media relations can have on the sales cycle for B2B marketing organizations.

Study 141

Study Media Relations Media Measurement 141

Cision

AUGUST 13, 2015

Social media has shifted the state of the media , especially in regards to how journalists source, write and promote their stories. While many were hesitant to accept these new communication channels when they debuted, journalists are now starting to embrace social media.

Social Media 120

Social Media Journalism Media Study 120

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MARCH 5, 2024

With the so-called ‘collapse’ of major digital news outlets like Vice Media and BuzzFeed and the much-hyped decline of traditional news, then earned media no longer matters. Securing earned media is still the highest priority for most public relations professionals. Wait, what is earned media?

Media 98

Media Nonprofit Pitching Analytics 98

Deirdre Breakenridge

JULY 3, 2015

As with any other tactic in our PR arsenal, social media can help us make waves for our clients. But don’t confuse this with weak; in both arenas, quality social media voices can be found all over the place, and the meek are quickly overwhelmed by the strong. Calls to Action. … Read more.

B2B 150

B2B Social Media Consumer B2C 150

Deirdre Breakenridge

JULY 3, 2015

As with any other tactic in our PR arsenal, social media can help us make waves for our clients. But don’t confuse this with weak; in both arenas, quality social media voices can be found all over the place, and the meek are quickly overwhelmed by the strong. Calls to Action. … Read more.

B2B 150

B2B Social Media Consumer B2C 150

Cision

JULY 27, 2015

Social media has turned the journalism world upside down, changing the way media outlets reach their audiences, PR professionals pitch their clients and journalists source their stories. Click here to get the free Social Journalism Study now! Less Journalists Skeptical of Social Media.

Social Media 120

Social Media Privacy Journalism Media 120

Shift Communications

DECEMBER 2, 2014

In 2007, marketers new to the social media game were seeking clear cut guidelines for how to get started on their own social efforts. However, there comes a time when we can no longer learn anything from courses offered after studying those books for years. Oh, the joy and freedom to be creative!). Chel Wolverton.

Social Media 165

Social Media Media Guidelines Study 165

Karen Freberg

JANUARY 14, 2021

As we start the spring semester, I realized that it has officially been 10 years since I started teaching a social media class. Honestly, the time flew by and it seems like yesterday I came to UofL from my PhD at the University of Tennessee, where I was asked to create and execute a social media class. TEN YEARS?!

Social Media 88

Social Media Media Resources Creativity 88

Communications Conversations

JULY 2, 2019

But, it continues to be a topic of discussion–mostly because not every brand has the budget of Walmart and can continue to sink hundreds of thousands of dollars each year into social media advertising. But, I still can’t help but get a bit twitchy when I see studies like the one recently offered by Social Media Examiner.

Social Media 123

Social Media Marketing Media LinkedIn 123

Cision

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

More than half of journalists surveyed in Cision’s recent Social Journalism Study believe that they would not be able to carry out their work without turning to their social media accounts for help. Check out which social media platforms journalists are turning to, how they’re using them and why: 1.

Journalism 120

Journalism Social Media Media Study 120

Communications Conversations

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

These are the “Big Four” of the social media marketing world. And, they encompass about 90% of all social media marketing for most companies. In fact, according to a recent UMass-Dartmouth study , 91% of Fortune 500 level companies use Twitter, 89% use Facebook, 63% use Instagram and 98% use LinkedIn.

Social Media 121

Social Media Reddit Pinterest Communications 121

Critical Mention

OCTOBER 18, 2019

You may have heard the controversy among media professionals about whether or not social media affects search engine optimization. More specifically, encouraging link shares should be the ultimate social media strategy that organizations use to boost SEO. Optimize Your Social Media Pages.

SEO 80

SEO Social Media Strategy Media 80

Communications Conversations

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Over the last five years, we’ve created a social media playbook document that makes this a lot easier! Much of the work I do for them revolves around B2B media relations with HR publications, podcasts and blogs. Draft social content for my Visit Richfield client. Fun creative challenge each month! 11: 44 a.m.:

Social Media 157

Social Media Media LinkedIn Tourism 157

Contently - Strategy

MARCH 11, 2020

At Ogilvy, I was a member of the four-person case study writing committee. We won Most Effective Agency Office in New York relying on the tried and true case study framework: objective, strategy, results. Quantifiable objectives headlined every case study we wrote. Get permission first. Don’t do this!

Case Study 140

Case Study Study Video Writing 140

Cision

OCTOBER 10, 2015

According to a recent Oracle study, 81 percent of Twitter users expect brands to respond to their questions or complaints the same day they tweet. Follow the lead of the 37 percent of marketers who are already actively listening on social media to keep customers coming back to your brand, rather than running away from it.

Social Media 120

Social Media Brand Branding Customer Service 120

Cision

JUNE 8, 2015

The airline continued to communicate via social media throughout the ordeal and was universally lauded for its social media response to this crisis. Social media adds an overwhelming complexity to crisis communication. Meet the needs of the media and remain accessible.

Crisis Communications 120

Crisis Communications Social Media Crisis Communications 120

Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Earned Media & Media Relations In the old days, sending out press releases and then managing a Rolodex of media contacts could help PR pros to land earned media. Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix.

Training 195

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 195

Karen Freberg

MAY 11, 2020

HubSpot Social Media Certification (update). HubSpot Academy has updated their latest social media certification with new videos, areas of specialization, and topics. A lot has happened in social media since the first version of this certification was released back in 2018.

Education 59

Education Social Media Media Resources 59

Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Earned Media & Media Relations. In the old days, sending out press releases and then managing a Rolodex of media contacts could help PR pros to land earned media. Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix.

Training 370

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 15, 2022

If your PR team can only handle traditional PR and you also need social media, for example, it doesn’t make sense to spread out your budget to different agencies – you need a one-stop-shop. By studying the agency’s portfolio and case histories, you can evaluate how well they will perform for your needs.

Agency 322

Agency Creativity Strategy Communications 322

Waxing UnLyrical

JULY 16, 2014

I like studying results-based information from social media experts. But I’ve noticed a tendency among some to repeat behavior I saw early in my career in paid media: act as if tracking to the bottom line – especially where social media measurement is concerned – is pointless or impossible.

Social Media 96

Social Media Measurement Media Groups 96

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 18, 2023

By recognizing potential pitfalls and using a strategic approach, any PR team can elevate their campaigns, amplify brand visibility, and generate tangible earned media results throughout the calendar year. Identify relevant metrics such as social media engagement, website conversions, or revenue attributed to earned coverage.

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Examples Consumer Software Analysis 293

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 29, 2012

And for big brands that can’t always respond to every mention, it is important to be talked about on social media networks. Wouldn’t a Pinterest page possibly be worthwhile, so that you could pin the creativity of your customers? Manwich: A Case Study on Social Media Listening.

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Case Study Social Media Study Pinterest 80

The Proactive Report

APRIL 15, 2023

Technology has had a big impact on the media landscape and the practice of PR in the last 20 years. This is similar to the shift that occurred with the introduction of social media almost 20 years ago. Just as happened with social media, many PR practitioners are not jumping in. Why should you embrace AI?

Social Media 130

Social Media Measurement Tools Data 130

Beyond PR

AUGUST 24, 2016

While social media may have once been viewed by news media as another way to drive clicks to articles, Cision’s latest Global Social Journalism Study reveals that social media use by journalists goes far beyond publishing and promoting content. .

Social Media 40

Social Media Study Media Groups 40

Prohibition

JULY 23, 2019

The use of social media campaigns has become an essential tool to help universities recruit student and manage these complex relationships. Here are some social media campaigns by universities that helped them stand out from the rest: 1. Leeds Beckett University: 100 days to go Freshers Countdown. University students.

Social Media 54

Social Media Media Education Internal 54

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2022

Yet according to a recent study, people are most likely to ditch their annual commitment to themselves by January 19. Keep up-to-date media lists – Any good PR person knows a media list is essential for strong media relations. Go for it in brainstorms – Creative sessions can be challenging.

Writing 310

Writing LinkedIn Social Media SEO 310

MaccaPR

JANUARY 8, 2021

From TikTok, LinkedIn and Twitter to Pinterest, Instagram and Facebook – if you’re in marketing, you’re eager to predict how your brand can more effectively use social media in 2021. Listen To and Welcome Employees on Social. Leveraging a viral social media moment has to start with listening,” says Arik.

Social Media 62

Social Media Trends Marketing Viral 62

Shift Communications

JULY 19, 2017

This series will touch briefly on the following offerings/capabilities from SHIFT’s PR, marketing tech and creative services teams: Media monitoring. Media training. Owned media/messaging. Media relations. Social media management. Paid media and syndication. Sentiment/tone analysis. Emily Mong.

Case Study 118

Case Study Crisis Management Crisis Study 118

Deirdre Breakenridge

JANUARY 6, 2020

Wei’s academic studies are in journalism, consumer technology, and resource economics; he is passionate about the intersections of the fields. Let’s congratulate and support Wei by sharing his video on social media! We selected two winners. Here is Wei’s winning video.

Video 352

Video Journalism Education Resources 352

The Proactive Report

DECEMBER 9, 2017

According to a recent Demand Gen study B2B marketers are looking for new ways to drive demand, increase brand awareness and bring more prospective customers into the funnel. Earned media is growing more and more appealing to these companies, as the price of paid efforts increases. CASE STUDY : Mizuno Mezamashii Run Project.

Case Study 100

Case Study Media Study Measurement 100

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Earned Media/Media Relations. Far from just managing a digital Rolodex, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix. Owned Media/Content Strategy. Media Monitoring & Analysis. AirPR offers a media monitoring solution.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Karen Freberg

AUGUST 15, 2017

With professors who are teaching social media, this can be a daunting and intimidating task in many ways. How do you try to integrate ALL of the latest changes, case studies, advances, and resources from the previous semester? Teaching social media, as I have written about many times, is a constant prep.

Social Media 69

Social Media Media Resources Education 69

PRSay

MARCH 7, 2024

The film, a feminist masterpiece to some and too basic for others, has achieved widespread influence in the consumer marketplace and, as shared widely on social media, has prompted many women to reassess their roles in the world. PR pros can take note of the creativity and diversity of the movie’s coverage.

Film 127

Film Marketing Sports Hotels 127

Communications Conversations

JUNE 23, 2016

For years, we’ve been trying to answer the same question: Why are brands banning social media sites at work? Maybe not as much as it was 4-5 years ago, but there are still companies out there (I know a number in the Twin Cities area) who block employees from accessing social media sites at work.

Social Media 74

Social Media Employee Media Study 74

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 11, 2020

For B2B clients like those we represent, it can include the topics and suggested resources for bylined articles, blog posts, social media posts, digital video, and longer-form content like white papers, among other elements. For social media specifically, quality and quantity combined make for the highest engagement.

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How To Social Media Product Launch Construction 259