Sword and the Script

MAY 2, 2023

Short PR pitches – 150 words or less – had a better response rate (5.89%) than long pitches (1.46%) – 500 pitches or more, according to data analyzed by Propel. Short pitches – 150 words or less – had a better response rate (5.89%) than long pitches (1.46%) – 500 pitches or more. We might be all AI-ed out.

Pitching 122

Pitching Study Technology Report 122

Cision

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

After graduating college many moons ago, I moved to California as a journalist working for International Data Group (IDG). In the process, I became a software product nerd. This is a company that sits at the intersection of the things I love: software, media, marketing, communications, and journalism.

Software 0

Software Media Leadership Journalism 0

Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

PR professionals should create thoughtful, data-backed pitches, engage with reporters on social media, send swag (when appropriate), maintain relevant media lists, and manage all follow-through with reporters and journalists. Experts have often debated the interesting PR problem of measuring the effectiveness of internal communications.

Training 195

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 195

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 28, 2020

Listen is where you establish searches and monitor media, including social media; Connect is the media contacts database – with an interesting twist; Publish allows you to publish releases, blogs and send pitches; Amplify allows you to showcase user generated content – like social media posts; and. Measure is the dashboard and analytics.

Software 113

Software Tools Publicity System 113

Sword and the Script

JUNE 7, 2022

Scale to compete with incumbents; Prowly adds media monitoring; Cision releases internal DE&I report; World’s First-Ever NFT Press Release. There’s another factor at play here too – and that’s the track record of M&A in PR software. Cision releases internal DE&I report. Third largest in the U.S.

Software 85

Software Internal International Pitching 85

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 14, 2021

Software solutions are expensive, and buyers under pressure to make the right choice seek as much information as possible to vet the quality of a SaaS, AI, cybersecurity, or data product. The content can nearly always be purposed for multiple PR tactics, from media pitching to white paper and blog content. Here’s how it works.

B2B 334

B2B Company Case Study Conference 334

Sword and the Script

JUNE 6, 2023

The survey found: 57% are crafting pitches; 48% are writing copy for social media; 48% are writing press releases; 44% are using it for research; and 25% say they are using it for strategy and planning. One AI tools surfaces relevant media contacts based on your pitch or press release – and strives to predict how it will be received.

Survey 144

Survey Software B2B Pitching 144

Sword and the Script

JULY 5, 2022

The way to flip this around – from a messaging standpoint – is to focus on the number of PR people using PR software for media databases. International media. Tips for pitching international reporters by Business Wire. Internal comms tips. Using AI to shop coverage of surveys. Content picks. Media relations.

Technology 92

Technology Software Survey Internal 92

Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

PR professionals are expected to create thoughtful, data-backed pitches, engage with reporters on social media, send swag (when appropriate), maintain relevant media lists, and manage all follow-through with reporters and journalists. Internal Communications. Relationship building takes time. How do you know what’s working?

Training 370

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 17, 2021

There are three surprising kickers in this finding too: Internal comms faced the most ethical challenges – more than external comms, Men in comms reported “significantly more ethical challenges than” women, and. Journalists respond to just 3.27% of pitches. A majority 82% open a pitch within the first four hours.

Creativity 95

Creativity Study Ethics Publicity 95

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

The PR pro sends thoughtful, data-backed pitches, engages with reporters on social media, sends swag (when appropriate), maintains relevant media lists, and manages all follow-through with reporters and journalists. Internal Communications. Relationship building takes time. Owned Media/Content Strategy. Media Training. Data Journalism.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Stephen Waddington

JULY 3, 2022

After a two year hiatus an international group of public relations academics and practitioners gathered on the shores of Lake Bled in Slovenia over the past two days to share their research, ideas and thinking at the 29th International Public Relations Symposium. It’s good to be back in Bled. The study was undertaken manually.

Communications 129

Communications Software Internal International 129

Buzzstream

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Some of our clients were using project management software (such as Teamwork, Asana and Monday) and I loved how organized it was across their companies. These are a few of the things I implemented and led me to win a 10 from all clients on the last NPS score survey before I left the agency – to work for a project management software!

Software 151

Software How To SEO System 151

PRSay

JUNE 16, 2023

In public relations, generative AI has the potential to automate routine tasks such as writing press releases, social media posts and email pitches, thus allowing practitioners to focus on strategic, big-picture work. To stay ahead of the curve, we should take the time to learn about generative AI and how to integrate it into our workflows.

Technology 141

Technology Crisis Management Social Media Training 141

PRSay

JULY 9, 2021

Input for agency pitches or campaign planning is another area where younger professionals can shine. While I have supported leaders and augmented organizational capabilities with my own expertise, I have also gained invaluable knowledge from interns and account executives under my supervision — for which I remain grateful.

Nonprofit 218

Nonprofit Employee Internal International 218

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 15, 2018

Dream up new twists on seasonal pitches. Every season has its appropriate themed pitches, like holiday in December, back-to-school in fall, and so on. Top PR strategists have likely calenderized spring story ideas so that long-lead media pitches are distant memory. Lock in interns and other talent.

Analytics 130

Analytics Internal International Pitching 130

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

But, more often than not, internal data doesn’t work for B2B PR. Don’t make research a sales pitch. This is meant to be a soft sell, not a hard commercial pitch. It’s a rare example of a client’s internal data analysis being more compelling than an outside survey or study. This is natural.

B2B 147

B2B Data Retail Survey 147

Cision

MAY 16, 2016

You’re going up against your competitors, their internal thought leaders and the external influencers with whom they have partnered. . With social monitoring software , you can track how many times your brand is mentioned by media outlets, influencers, prospects, bloggers and more. Consider these three factors. Mention Volume.

Measurement 159

Measurement Brand Branding Pitching 159

Sword and the Script

JULY 7, 2020

A handful of companies that make software for public relations are staking a claim on the term. Two small international PR tech vendors Prezly, and Propel, both promote a similar concept ( here and here ). Prowly is headquartered in Poland and is among a growing list of newer international PR tech companies worth keeping an eye on.

Technology 122

Technology Publicity Software Print 122

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 5, 2021

Meltwater lists on a Swedish stock exchange; startup Propel hits 50 customers; Vetted launches – it’s like HARO or ProfNet with no pitching. These include a media database, online and broadcast monitoring, and “PitchPrefer” a feature that analyzes pitching preferences with AI. Vetted” is like HARO or ProfNet with no pitching.

Pitching 148

Pitching YouTube Community Company 148

Onclusive

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Think of it as a sales pitch with robust data and justification. Software platforms like Onclusive provide PR pros worldwide with the ability to capture important market shifts, prepare for and manage crises, anticipate customer needs and deliver communications strategies that drive real business outcomes.

Resources 195

Resources Technology Data Tools 195

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 21, 2019

Crenshaw client Bizzabo, a leading event software company, wanted to take action after research confirmed that tech events overwhelming feature male speakers and attendees to the tune of 70% and 80% respectively. Executive content. However, PR teams shouldn’t forget to join conversations related to industry and social issues when relevant.

Company 174

Company Conference Corporate Leadership 174

Wadds Inc.

JULY 3, 2022

After a two year hiatus an international group of public relations academics and practitioners gathered on the shores of Lake Bled in Slovenia over the past two days to share their research, ideas and thinking at the 29th International Public Relations Symposium. It’s good to be back in Bled. The study was undertaken manually.

Communications 59

Communications Software Internal International 59

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 15, 2017

While some PR firms boast comprehensive intern or entry-level programs, they may be short on actual PR practice and long on busy work. A growing independent agency thrums with new and existing account activity that provides soup-to-nuts opportunities to pitch in and a double dose of experience. Opportunities for client interaction. .

Skype 147

Skype Agency Meeting Software 147

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

Reporters cover the consumer tech beat from many angles – software, hardware, strictly product reviews or company profiles. Know which reporters cover which aspects of the industry before pitching them on your latest and greatest device. Not all media placements come from the “pitch, follow-up, interview” formula.

Consumer 120

Consumer Strategy Print Pitching 120

The Hoffman Agency

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

By Ming Gao, Intern Entering college, I always knew I wanted to major in something that could combine my interest in business and marketing with my creative side. Unfortunately, my pitches like “Best Coffee Spots in the City,” weren’t exactly newsworthy enough.) The difficult part was discovering where to apply them.

Wireless 36

Wireless Internal International Agency 36

The Hoffman Agency

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

By Ming Gao, Intern Entering college, I always knew I wanted to major in something that could combine my interest in business and marketing with my creative side. Unfortunately, my pitches like “Best Coffee Spots in the City,” weren’t exactly newsworthy enough.) The difficult part was discovering where to apply them.

Wireless 36

Wireless Internal International Software 36

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

Internal communications: PR practitioners may also be responsible for communicating with employees and stakeholders within an organization. What are some examples of technology vendors developing public relations software? Should companies hire public relations people internally?

Interviews 98

Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 98

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

Whether handled internally or outside a PR agency or department, it’s helpful for the teams to plan and brainstorm together so that each can learn from the other. So, while a keyword like “business software” turns up in thousands of searches, “DIY marketing automation software” will likely be a better keyword.

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Pharmaceuticals Marketing Software 120

Sword and the Script

MARCH 2, 2021

Over the course of my career, I’ve lived through two acquisitions, contributed to internal and external comms for several more, and at different organizations, and even did a divestiture. AI is something that is missing from most of the incumbent PR software tools. Catch up time in AI. Top publishers they’ve written for (linked).

Company 148

Company Tools Technology Software 148

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 21, 2018

Internally, data can inform our PR strategy and make our branded content better and more engaging. Plus, AI tools are playing a role on the other side of the media relations coin: journalists are beginning to use AI solutions to read pitches, generate story ideas, and gauge what their audiences want to read. Data and more data.

Trends 157

Trends Privacy Data Reputation 157

Landis PR

MAY 31, 2022

Sean Dowdall, President – Finance and International Business Major. For example, when Microsoft makes a software update it’s news to some outlets. If a small tech start does a significant software update, it’s not necessarily news. An early photo of Sean Dowdall, President. Always think big!

Communications 52

Communications Software Interviews Journalism 52

Cision

DECEMBER 18, 2017

Many in PR are familiar with looking at a publication’s calendar to know what to pitch them in a timely manner. However, given the rise in popularity of content marketing, marketers now find value in having an internal content calendar to stay organized with what they publish on their blogs, websites, press releases and social media.

How To 0

How To Content Marketing Conference Analytics 0

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

An interest in digital marketing and technology eventually lead him to a sales gig with Vocus, the former PR software maker that was eventually swallowed up by Cision. The company provides custom software development and helps companies of all sizes form SaaS startups to enterprise innovation.

Agency 63

Agency Software Enterprise Marketing 63

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 29, 2019

He demonstrated the software and I asked questions – so my observations from this engagement – not a product test – are the source for this PR Tech Briefing. Many PR pros will cut and paste a document into a CMS to publish a release – and then cut and paste it again (and again) as they pitch it. click any image for higher resolution).

Pitching 63

Pitching Analytics Enterprise System 63

Sword and the Script

JUNE 3, 2020

Let’s say you’re a software company with dozens of competitors in each of your markets globally. The application in crisis communications is interesting because in the face of negative news coverage the internal debate tends to be two-fold: a) should we respond and b) if so, how? in 2019, reaching a record $4.5

Product Launch 94

Product Launch Survey Banking Pharmaceuticals 94

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 The announcement pitches this as enabling “PR agencies to sell robust guaranteed placement packages to their clients.” Million and Eyes the U.S. NOT an editorial placement.

Software 118

Software Case Study Advertising Advertising 118