Sword and the Script

AUGUST 14, 2018

If you work in PR and engage in media relations , it’s a good idea to keep an ear out as to what is on the minds of those that work in the media. The 2018 State of the Media report by Cision is an annual survey of reporters that offers some insight. 4) Emphasis on professional journalism. Comment: Amen.

Survey 102

Survey Report Media B2B 102

Sword and the Script

MAY 18, 2021

One study shows communicators are faced with growing workloads, but their relationship with business has strengthened; two studies offer a look at media relations insights. That’s according to a survey of 750 communicators tallied up in the 2021 Communications Benchmark Report by Ragan Communications.

Study 167

Study Communications Survey Pitching 167

Solo PR Pro

AUGUST 5, 2019

There’s no doubt that technology continues to have an impact on the PR industry. So much so that the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism issues an annual Global Communications Report based on survey results from PR professionals and students and, new this year, CEOs of small, mid-size, and large organizations.

Technology 66

Technology Trends Survey Report 66

Sword and the Script

JUNE 6, 2023

Just 28% of 1,034 PR professionals surveyed by Muck Rack in March and April 2023 say they are using generative AI (gAI). Another 33% say they “plan to explore it” although the timeline was not clear in the survey results. That cohort certainly shouldn’t be counted as among those who are using AI, although it has been.

Survey 146

Survey Software B2B Pitching 146

Sword and the Script

MAY 11, 2019

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. Atlanta-based ARPR compiled a combination of web analytics and survey data – from 115 tech sales professionals – to produce the report.

Study 139

Study Media Relations Media Measurement 139

Flack's Revenge

MAY 14, 2019

PR pro and blogger Frank Strong recently wrote about challenges confronting journalism and the PR profession. He cited data from recent studies: “Is the process of media relations getting harder? Yes, it is according to 68% of PR professionals polled for the 2019 JOTW Communications Survey.

Survey 195

Survey Journalism Agency Data 195

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 15, 2017

Recently, I received notice from the publisher of a local business journal that the “People on the Move” section is up for sale. It looks to me like this change will take place at many, if not all, of the weeklies in the American City Business Journals (ACBJ) network. This is what the trend in content marketing is about. Talk to Us!

Journalism 64

Journalism Brand Branding Advertising 64

PRSay

MAY 22, 2020

Every year, Muck Rack sends out our State of Journalism survey, when we get the chance to ask journalists of all beats and backgrounds how, when and where they want to be communicated with by PR professionals. The State of Journalism is part of our larger mission to help build stronger relationships between PR and journalists.

Pitching 175

Pitching Journalism Survey Report 175

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 4, 2018

of studies and surveys – some of which I had a hand in producing – dissecting the results and connecting dots where it looks appropriate. Each statistic links to the blog post that covered that particular study or survey and links to the underlying source. As a vertical, technology companies invest 9.7% of revenue in marketing.

Survey 104

Survey Marketing B2B Content Marketing 104

Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 31, 2023

These podcasts range widely in length and topic focus, but together, they can keep supplier executives informed on the latest industry news, technologies and trends. Fuller Speed Ahead: FreightWaves CEO Craig Fuller’s deep dive interview show features top thought leaders in trucking, freight, supply chain and technology.

Transportation 87

Transportation Automotive Mobile Interviews 87

Agility PR Solutions

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

As Asia-Pacific media and PR pros are coming to grips with rapid technological progress and shifting audience preferences, new research from PR Newswire reveals some telling findings about journalism in the region—with plenty of lessons for media and PR pros here at home and elsewhere around the world.

Journalism 60

Journalism Survey Technology Media 60

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

A survey I teamed up with Ned Lundquist to conduct of PR pros last year found 51% said media relations was getting harder. I’m crunching data from this year’s survey now, and while the results aren’t finished yet, I can tell you that number has grown. Myth 6: Content marketing replaces media relations.

Content Marketing 89

Content Marketing Marketing Pitching Survey 89

Beyond PR

APRIL 24, 2018

Yet, journalists continue to battle old and new monsters: constant accusations of fake news, as well as an anti-media sentiment coming from many world leaders, has made it difficult for journalists to connect with readers who are skeptical about trusting them. A happy journalist is one who is more likely to give you earned media coverage.

Media 75

Media Survey Pitching Journalism 75

Deirdre Breakenridge

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

Their study, “ Roles in Social Media: How the Practice of Public Relations is Evolving ” was published by PR Journal in Summer / Fall 2016. Mia Moody-Ramirez on social media management using focus groups and a convenience sample. I wanted to confirm those findings with a true random sample. – Marlene Neill.

Publicity 150

Publicity Policies Social Media Study 150

Cision

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Today, stories are a complete experience carried through text, images, videos and other media. respondents to Cision’s survey said multimedia journalism was the most important trend of the year, receiving more votes than any other trend. Social platforms introduce new technology. Approximately 29 percent of U.S.

Report 120

Report Media Television Pitching 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 31, 2016

It’s a joke in our business that no one outside public relations really understands what we do. In fact, PR has the dubious honor of ranking among the top ten most misunderstood professions by parents of those in the biz, according to a survey conducted by LinkedIn. PR is about who you know. Not really, or at least not entirely.

Product Launch 120

Product Launch Pitching Storytelling Journalism 120

Beyond PR

JANUARY 4, 2018

It’s a bigger problem in China and Sweden, as well as with PR agencies, according to the survey. You might garner some great earned media or launch a successful content marketing campaign, but do you really understand whether it caused any real-world behavior? Did people who read your ebook end up buying your product?

Measurement 75

Measurement Tools Journalism Content Marketing 75

Sword and the Script

MAY 26, 2020

72% of communications professionals say partisan politics makes their job harder, according to third annual JOTW Communications Survey for 2020 The majority of professional communicators say partisan politics has complicated communications for brands and businesses. The complete survey is freely available for download as a PDF on SlideShare.

Survey 119

Survey Measurement Public Affairs Storytelling 119

OnePitch

APRIL 14, 2022

Today, she currently serves as ARPR’s HealthIT Practice Group Director, overseeing the management and strategy of her agency’s robust – and growing – healthcare technology client roster. We generated a mass amount of coverage on this survey, but a few of the top national publications to cover it were HuffPost and U.S.

Healthcare 52

Healthcare How To Pitching Product Launch 52

Beyond PR

APRIL 26, 2017

Cision’s annual survey of more than 1,550 North American journalists and influencers reveals key findings on how journalists use news releases and multimedia to tell better stories. Bell has a proven track record of developing award-winning and ROI-based marketing programs, media relations, and brand strategies.

Infographics 72

Infographics Brand Branding Video 72

Bianchi Biz Blog

MARCH 7, 2022

Constantly on my radar and well-received by HDT’s audience is: emerging technology, alternative fuel, and autonomous advancement. When I covered the rail industry for Progressive Railroading , I wrote a few stories on how freight railroads use drones to survey tracks and bridges. Like every reporter, I’m a sincerely curious person.

Meeting 81

Meeting Automotive Media Transportation 81

MaccaPR

APRIL 18, 2017

Cision , the King Kong of media relations directories, swells with 1.6 million media contacts (including 300,000 digital influencers) in its searchable database. It’s important to note that much of Cision’s data is provided by the media themselves, and is by its nature both broad and shallow. First, we start with.

How To 121

How To YouTube Pitching LinkedIn 121

Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 30, 2019

The greatest of these is the shift away from media relations as the dominant means of public engagement to working across all forms of media. PR leads with earned and owned media but also uses paid and shared media for amplification and targeting. has been exploring in her work on women in journalism.

Government 103

Government Education Print Ethics 103

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 14, 2019

Most PR professionals say media relations is getting harder or much harder, according to the 2019 JOTW Communications Survey. This is up 17% from last year where 51% said media relations was getting harder. Study the media. 1) How reporters view social media, embargoes and exclusives.

Survey 76

Survey Media Relations Report Media 76

Journalistics

JANUARY 24, 2016

In survey after survey about content marketing, it’s pretty consistent that 40-60% of organizations don’t have a written content strategy. Don’t get me wrong, I’m a huge fan of HubSpot – and content marketing, brand journalism, inbound marketing, demand generation and marketing automation.

Blogging 69

Blogging Strategy How To Writing 69

Sword and the Script

APRIL 27, 2019

Is the process of media relations getting harder? Yes, it is according to 68% of PR professionals polled for the 2019 JOTW Communications Survey. That’s up 17% from the same survey last year. Part of the answer is rethinking traditional PR efforts – and another part is studying the media to understand how it’s changing.

Survey 91

Survey Journalism Study Pitching 91

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

And, given the vast amount of time I pour into writing about PR technology , I’m really pleased with the long list of contributions from the PR technology vendor community. b) More pay-to-play opportunities to participate in national media relations opportunities. Local news and indy journalism more trusted. “I

Marketing 189

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 189

Journalistics

JANUARY 24, 2016

In survey after survey about content marketing, it’s pretty consistent that 40-60% of organizations don’t have a written content strategy. Don’t get me wrong, I’m a huge fan of HubSpot – and content marketing, brand journalism, inbound marketing, demand generation and marketing automation.

Blogging 40

Blogging Strategy How To Writing 40

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

APRIL 2, 2024

The specific media outlets that American adults trust vary some by political party, but large mainstream outlets have all seen strong upward swings, according a recent Morning Consult poll. Half of all US adults like getting news (at least sometimes) via social media posts, according to a Pew Research Center survey.

Media 103

Media Radio Print Newspapers 103

Onclusive

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

As PR, communications, and media relations professionals, following up with journalists is an essential practice but doing it effectively to ensure your press release gains the attention it deserv es (while trying to not pester journalists) is a difficult skill to master.

How To 195

How To Resources Pitching Tools 195

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 24, 2021

Since many B2B agencies work in the tech space, they’re also fans of clients’ technology, and sometimes their best critics. Happy to structure a business customer survey to assess the value of key service differentiators? Then you’ll probably do well in B2B public relations.

B2B 278

B2B Leadership Survey Data 278

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Propel, which is headquartered in Tel Aviv said its technology is currently being used by elements of the Israeli government and NGOs in its armed conflict with Hamas. Muck Rack AI recommends reporters to PR Muck Rack says a proprietary AI will now create a curated list of recommended journalists based on your existing media list.

Employee 135

Employee Software Survey Tools 135

Sword and the Script

MARCH 1, 2022

One thing that separates PR, and specifically media relations, from marketing and advertising is third-party validation: there’s nothing you can say about yourself that’s as powerful as someone else saying it about you. Or the Longview Journal in the case of this particular announcement. Million and Eyes the U.S.

Software 119

Software Case Study Advertising Advertising 119

PR Conversations

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

For the Italian women I surveyed, a career in public relations was their first choice of occupation. She asserted that men appeared more attached to their traditional function as media relations representatives. Many women are trusted with responsibilities in media relations.

Interviews 40

Interviews Enterprise Corporate Internal 40

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 21, 2018

For many B2B technology brands, data is not only a business asset, but a PR tool. What we call a “data bureau” – the ongoing release of fresh and relevant information as part of a B2B PR program – can generate strong media interest in the absence of hard news. Data-driven journalism is the future.

Storytelling 189

Storytelling Data Data-Driven PR Infographics 189

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Note: Professor Moorman also champions The CMO Survey. 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.”

Marketing 100

Marketing Content Marketing Advertising Advertising 100

Stephen Waddington

AUGUST 27, 2018

Table 1: James Grunig and Todd Hunt’s Four Models of Public Relations (1984) Excellence Theory The so-called Excellence Theory[ii] developed over the next decade as a result of a research programme commissioned by the Research Foundation of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) in 1984.

Communications 60

Communications Analysis Web Handbook 60