Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Communicators found their influence grew with executives, even as the functions they performed evolved in 2022; PR and marketing alike battled to win trust amid clutter, noise and skepticism. Every year I read and write about dozens of reports on B2B marketing and PR. 12% say competing go-to-market strategy or goals (KPIs).

B2B 114

B2B Marketing Survey Software 114

Prohibition

AUGUST 23, 2023

Nowadays, consumers are constantly bombarded with advertisements and marketing collateral, creating a congested market. This is where influencer marketing plays a pivotal role in the industry. Traditional forms of advertising often feel intrusive and lack the personal touch that influencer marketing provides.

Retail 62

Retail Marketing Advertising Advertising 62

5W PR

JULY 15, 2020

A media kit, also referred to as a press kit, is a pre-packaged set of marketing materials that promote a person, business, or cause. How to get in contact, links to social channels, and the availability for interviews or consultations (if applicable). Measuring Media Kit Success. The offer to potential clients and partners.

How To 176

How To Media Guidelines Pitching 176

Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Above Average Page Authority or URL Rating Page Authority (PA) is Moz’s measure of a page’s ability to rank based on several factors, and URL Rating (UR) is Ahref’s based again on the strength of the backlink profile. How to Get Quality Links Using These 8 Strategies Building quality links doesn’t have to be complicated.

How To 71

How To SEO Google Examples 71

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2019

As I’ve done in recent years, I’ve asked a whole bunch of smart people for their marketing predictions or PR predictions for the next year. And now on with the marketing and PR predictions for 2020. 1) Marketing embraces sustainability. 2) Marketing analytics enable better efficiency. “In 5) Marketers will slow down.

Marketing 99

Marketing Content Marketing Advertising Advertising 99

PR 20/20

MAY 31, 2023

HubSpot is a powerful tool that can help you automate your marketing, personalize your outreach, and measure your success—all in one place. Below, we’ll walk you through how to use HubSpot to nurture your prospects into members without getting lost in the weeds. How does it work? Some can include: Filling out a form.

How To 81

How To eBook Infographics Content Marketing 81

Prohibition

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Staying on top of your game is a must when it comes to content marketing. Having various marketing strategies across multiple platforms can be hard to keep on top of – so having the right tools at your disposal can be a game-changer. Get in touch today to find out how we could help you.

Content Marketing 62

Content Marketing Tools Strategy Marketing 62

PR 20/20

JULY 5, 2023

As marketers, we can agree that compelling, conversion-focused content is a cornerstone for your digital presence. So, when it comes to creating this content, how can you stand out while also serving the needs of your audience? Here's how to get started with interactive content for your audience. But does it work?

How To 71

How To Infographics Data Web 71

Deirdre Breakenridge

MARCH 23, 2016

Visuals (photos, infographics, etc.). Measurement. Here’s a go-to visual you can use when you need to explain how it all works, to C-suite execs or other cross-divisional partners: 2. in Marketing and a B.S. The post Romancing the C-Suite: How to Communicate Results That Resonate appeared first on Deirdre Breakenridge.

Communications 150

Communications How To Analytics Public Affairs 150

PR 20/20

MAY 16, 2023

In today's fast-paced business landscape, associations and organizations face the constant challenge of maximizing their marketing and sales efforts while operating within limited resources. In this post, we'll explore six effective strategies associations can implement to optimize their marketing and sales efforts.

Marketing 69

Marketing eBook Resources Tools 69

Presspage

MARCH 5, 2020

Many PR teams operate something like this: a list of media contacts is kept in an old Excel file, press releases are written in Word, there’s a folder somewhere on the server with the company’s logos and brand images, and impact is measured through Google Analytics. Leaving SEO to Marketing. In short, it’s a mess.

Brand 88

Brand Branding SEO How To 88

Landis PR

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to construct a communications strategy that seamlessly dovetails with your company’s growth plans. Bonus points if you can make your goals SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.) Photo courtesy of Pixabay 1. Develop content that is informative, relevant, and engaging.

Strategy 59

Strategy Company Communications Construction 59

Newsfile

JANUARY 30, 2024

AI Integration in Daily Tasks According to the latest annual McKinsey Global Survey on the State of AI , the most commonly reported uses of generative AI tools are in marketing and sales, product and service development and service operations. Stay informed and ahead in the industry by embracing these essential trends. Eapen, Daniel J.

Trends 105

Trends YouTube Video Social Media 105

Cision

APRIL 23, 2015

This post is based on our white paper “ Outside-The-Box Content Marketing for PR.” ” A week into 2014, Mark Schaefer published a blog post that questioned whether content marketing – which he termed “the hottest marketing trend around” – was a sustainable strategy for businesses.

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Strategy B2C Marketing 120

Contently - Strategy

JANUARY 29, 2019

Brand awareness can seem like a vague force that’s hard to measure. Without that awareness foundation, it’s harder to achieve other goals down the marketing funnel. Here’s how you can address them before they hurt your marketing efforts. This is brand awareness in action.

Brand 104

Brand Branding How To SEO 104

Cision

APRIL 19, 2016

Bigger and better than ever, Social Media Marketing World 2016 didn’t disappoint on day one. Back-to-back sessions on social media, content marketing, customer service, employee advocacy and social tools hosted over 3,000 social media marketers from across the globe. Evolution of Content Marketing. What are you measuring?

Social Media 0

Social Media Marketing Media Customer Service 0

Waxing UnLyrical

AUGUST 29, 2019

Influencer marketing has really blown up over the last few years, but it’s far from a new concept. What’s different about contemporary marketing, though, is that influencers are not major sports stars or movie stars. So, yes, there are some serious potential benefits to influencer marketing. Infographic via smallbizgenius.

How To 74

How To Infographics Sports Small Business 74

MaccaPR

OCTOBER 5, 2015

It may go without saying that content marketing is one of the most discussed topics among public relations professional and marketers this year, a practice which centers on really great, high-quality content. As proof, a Content Marketing Institute survey found 70% of B2B marketers are creating more content than they did one year ago.

Content Marketing 48

Content Marketing How To Marketing Infographics 48

Karen Freberg

APRIL 20, 2020

I was very impressed with the agility and proactive measures my six students did for this project. Explain the new marketable skills students will gain through this experience. Presenting this either in an email or infographic is key. Then COVID19 hit and everything changed. Instead of saying – oh no! Set the example.

How To 69

How To Infographics Video Social Media 69

Reputation Us

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Every year, the Edelman Trust Barometer measures trust in four institutions – government, media, business and NGOs. The annual survey of more than 33,000 individuals in 28 countries seeks to understand the public’s perception of trust across different markets and demographics.

Reputation 78

Reputation Corporate Content Marketing Survey 78

Critical Mention

JANUARY 3, 2018

Learn all you can about measurement: While it may be painful for some, measurement is now a crucial element in a PR campaign. Measuring your efforts helps you show your client or boss that what you’re doing impacts the bottom line. How do you improve your measurement skills?

Measurement 119

Measurement Content Marketing Writing Infographics 119

Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 7, 2019

In today’s hi-tech, fast-moving, cluttered digital world, content marketing is one of the most practical, effective and useful marketing strategies to date. It’s an essential aspect of today’s digital marketing landscape. So what does content marketing mean? Infographics. White papers.

Content Marketing 93

Content Marketing Marketing Infographics Consumer 93

Presspage

JANUARY 23, 2024

Storytelling helps to differentiate the company from the competition in a crowded market. Make it Visual: The Power of Infographics In this age of information overload, visual data representation is the key to bringing a message across. Infographics are an effective tool in an IRO's arsenal.

Communications 78

Communications Infographics Financial Storytelling 78

Rock the Status Quo

AUGUST 21, 2014

Content marketing is on my mind quite a bit this week, for a variety of reasons, so we’ll use that as our topic. A second client tasked me with building a list of recommended next steps to move their content marketing forward, AND I’ve been working on my own 2015 content marketing strategy for Rock The Status Quo.

Writing 203

Writing Blogging Pitching Content Marketing 203

Newsfile

JANUARY 24, 2024

The public relations field covers a wide array of tools and you may find it hard to know how to prioritize your PR efforts in 2024. Email Marketing Analytics: Examining email campaign performance through open rates and engagement metrics. So, to help you out, we’ve identified the top 5 PR trends in 2024. Eapen, Daniel J.

Trends 52

Trends Data-Driven PR Analytics Survey 52

Shift Communications

DECEMBER 18, 2014

If you’re working with a data-driven PR firm, chances are at some point in your relationship you will be asked to grant access to a variety of marketing and data systems. To understand how systems access informs your PR program, we’ll reference the SHIFT Earned Media Hub Strategy as the base framework. Owned Media.

Data 157

Data Data-Driven PR System Analytics 157

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JUNE 13, 2023

Whether seeking heightened brand visibility or driving more web traffic, success requires focusing on measurable targets upfront throughout execution. Tip 4: Utilize content marketing for PR On a budget, content marketing is a potent tool for enhancing PR efforts.

Analytics 40

Analytics Content Marketing Measurement Advertising 40

Cision

OCTOBER 26, 2016

“Before you have a ‘content marketing strategy,’ have a ‘content’ strategy.” Inspiring Action: The Future of Influence Marketing. Cision’s SVP of Client Services Heidi Sullivan teamed up with PR star Shonali Burke, ABC to discuss the latest trends in influencer relations and marketing.

Conference 120

Conference Internal International Data 120

Cision

APRIL 7, 2017

In this interview, Daher sat down to discuss with me the challenges of being a new agency owner, how to deliver effective pitches, and how she’s embracing the many changes in the field of PR. How did you get your start in PR? Today, we put a heavier emphasis on social media and influencer marketing than ever before.

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Pitching Agency Social Media Creativity 228

Sword and the Script

MAY 20, 2017

A new survey of 2,400 B2B marketers suggests content marketing is the top priority this year – and by a wide margin. According to Marketing Charts , 37% of the respondents cited content marketing as the most important initiative. And that’s the theme for this week’s Unscripted Marketing links [UML].

Content Marketing 62

Content Marketing Marketing Real Estate B2B 62

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 17, 2016

The push for better measurement in marketing and PR has been something of a groundswell over the last decade. Indications of success and key performance indicators (KPIs) have come a long way toward suggesting whether marketing is on the right or wrong track. These trends put the whole science of marketing at risk.

Analytics 60

Analytics Data Report Measurement 60

PR 20/20

OCTOBER 31, 2017

We get that annual planning is a beast, and marketers everywhere are wrought with expectation and reporting woes. If numbers are down, how can you prove that next year’s performance will improve? You need an actionable, original marketing plan —driven by purposeful planning and backed by data—to truly gain executive buy-in.

Enterprise 57

Enterprise Tools Strategy Marketing 57

Contently - Strategy

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

My friend is a web engineer for a large media company, and whenever we talk shop, I’m always surprised at how big of an impact his tinkering can have on the content we read. Brands like to pay lip service to the customer experience, but if marketers want their content to make a real impact, they have to commit.

Content Marketing 103

Content Marketing Print Analysis Data 103

The Proactive Report

DECEMBER 24, 2015

Learning how to devise and implement a strategy in a logical sequence makes this new discipline much easier. However, you have to learn how to use the tools and the technology. The insights you discover can be useful to the SEO, SEM, social media and marketing teams. Infographics. Measurement. Digital PR Strategy.

Digital PR 100

Digital PR Analytics SEO Measurement 100

The Proactive Report

DECEMBER 24, 2015

Learning how to devise and implement a strategy in a logical sequence makes this new discipline much easier. However, you have to learn how to use the tools and the technology. The insights you discover can be useful to the SEO, SEM, social media and marketing teams. Infographics. Measurement. Digital PR Strategy.

Digital PR 100

Digital PR Analytics SEO Measurement 100

The Proactive Report

DECEMBER 24, 2015

Learning how to devise and implement a strategy in a logical sequence makes this new discipline much easier. However, you have to learn how to use the tools and the technology. The insights you discover can be useful to the SEO, SEM, social media and marketing teams. Infographics. Measurement. Digital PR Strategy.

Digital PR 100

Digital PR Analytics SEO Measurement 100

Sword and the Script

JUNE 11, 2019

Marketing is sometimes like politics. Marketers tend to be for it or against it – and passion may sometimes cloud new perspective. Gates provide marketing justification. You want to build your email marketing list. This is useful for email marketing and also retargeting and custom audience campaigns for paid social media.

B2B 118

B2B Mobile Content Marketing SEO 118