ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 28, 2023

The sales tech market is incredibly hot. It tasked our agency with developing a media relations strategy to generate awareness for its brand as a leader in sales enablement. Driving great PR for sales tech has its challenges — a sparse media landscape, a fragmented audience, and self-aggrandizing tendencies within the industry.

B2B 156

B2B Journalism Enterprise LinkedIn 156

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

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Professionals across the globe share analysis and perhaps, aspiration, in offering up PR and marketing predictions for 2022. As I’ve done for the last several years , I solicited and compiled a list of predictions from professionals across the PR and marketing community. Tom Pick , Digital Marketing Consultant, Webbiquity , LLC.

Marketing 214

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 214

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. The PR pro may media train spokespeople themselves or hire an outside agency or consultant to lead a one-time session.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Over the past 12 months or so, I’ve easily reviewed and written about more than 20 such PR surveys from the PR sector (there many more about marketing). More: 3 Studies Demonstrate How Earned Media Drives Behavior and Credibility 2. More: The 3 Characteristics of Effective Thought Leadership in B2B Marketing 3.

Survey 95

Survey Industry Leadership Study 95

B2B PR Sense

JANUARY 5, 2018

B2B PR in particular creates a patina of thought leadership and generates interest and awareness. For example, a PR agency can obtain media coverage that shines a positive light on your brand. Handpicked Related Content. Myth #3: PR is not the same as media relations. Media relations is a subset of PR.

Crisis Management 238

Crisis Management B2B Reputation Advertising 238

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 3, 2019

If a company’s leadership isn’t willing to commit to a PR program, it may be challenged from the start. If a PR team or agency doesn’t work in collaboration with marketing, it may be spinning its wheels — or worse, working in opposition to company business objectives. The lines between PR and marketing are blurring.

SEO 178

SEO Storytelling Product Launch Measurement 178

Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 5, 2015

Every PR pro knows the importance of storytelling. Here are some tips on getting started measuring your storytelling efforts. Why: “And as any good PR pro knows, storytelling is also key to a successful campaign—yet it’s only half of the equation. 3 Ways to Measure the Results of a Business Storytelling Project.

Storytelling 40

Storytelling Measurement Content Marketing Tools 40

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 4, 2018

As we close in on the year’s end, I looked back over these marketing and PR statistics in an effort to surface those points that in some way, shape or form, help to summarize 2018 as a year. Statistics about content marketing. The C-Suite views the top marketer as a publicly facing agent of trust. of revenue in marketing.

Survey 104

Survey Marketing B2B Content Marketing 104

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 28, 2023

These AI systems – capable of creating new, meaningful content – have started to play a significant role in fields like journalism, professional services, banking, marketing and content creation. Consider the recent innovations around generative AI.

Technology 170

Technology Strategy Privacy Healthcare 170

5W PR

JULY 15, 2023

Effective corporate communication strategies can help beauty and wellness brands differentiate themselves in a crowded market, build strong relationships with stakeholders, and drive business growth. Use storytelling techniques to engage and connect with customers on an emotional level, ultimately building brand loyalty.

Corporate 78

Corporate Industry Communications Ethics 78

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 1, 2022

” In open-ended comments, respondents cite digital, internal comms and a greater focus on comms by leadership as among the underlying reasons. Some of those comments include the following: “Significantly more related to internal comms and recruiting.”. Michelle Garrett , PR consultant, Garrett Public Relations.

Survey 130

Survey Communications Measurement Internal 130

wiredPRworks

MAY 13, 2022

Listen in as Allan Schoenberg, Chief Communications Officer at Vinson & Elkins, shares lessons from his job as a top communicator and his passion for running to help you enjoy your job more, stress less, and keep running in the race we call social media marketing. Here’s the latest on Growing Social Now. What we covered.

Social Media 52

Social Media Corporate Communications Media 52

Landis PR

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Helping clients understand the power of storytelling and giving them guidance on interacting with elected officials amplifies their influence and engagement. Deploying targeted campaigns across social media platforms can galvanize public opinion and prepare the groundwork for more formal discussions on policy matters.

Policies 59

Policies Publicity Community Construction 59

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

B2B PR campaigns often involve vertical or trade press, which is easier to penetrate than mass media. It’s less expensive to amplify earned coverage with paid media or marketing tactics like SEM, email marketing, and paid social. But much of the art of media relations and PR involves making real connections.

B2B 232

B2B Agency Energy Media Relations 232

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

For anyone who works in public relations, content still reigns supreme. An effective content marketing calendar will complement a PR campaign to help differentiate a brand and generate business growth. It’s considered the most credible and influential source for storytelling. But can we say that for sponsored content ?

Advertising 334

Advertising Advertising B2B SEO 334

PR 20/20

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

A s marketers, a failed campaign is our worst nightmare. But sadly, failed marketing attempts happen every day and everywhere. So, how can teams pinpoint what went wrong and redirect marketing energy? The time is now to transform your marketing program. Some roles to consider on your marketing dream team : Content writer.

Marketing 52

Marketing Technology Internal International 52

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Many businesses use a mix of email marketing, paid search, SEO, content marketing, and social media marketing to create prospects and turn them into customers. Where does public relations , with its roots in media relations and events, fit into the customer acquisition picture?

B2C 120

B2C Product Launch SEO Storytelling 120

Stephen Waddington

MAY 16, 2019

A blog about careers as told by eight marketing and PR practitioners in a workshop at Newcastle University. Her role ranges from drafting reactive statements to working on campaigns for press and social media. Day to day I work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and Directors on a range of projects.

Marketing 60

Marketing Newspapers Public Affairs Airlines 60

PRSay

MAY 4, 2022

The same barriers that deaf people face in the movie business also arise in media relations and other PR functions, the panelists said. PR professionals can help prepare journalists for interviews with deaf actors, writers and other storytellers to help be better allies and more inclusive communicators.

Film 156

Film Communications Media Interviews 156

PRSay

OCTOBER 2, 2017

If these statements are true, then why does paid and owned media get a lion’s share of the marketing budget? Seventy-five percent of marketers plan to increase PR spend over the next five years, and as trust and the effectiveness of paid media declines, it creates a wonderful opportunity for PR pros. Marketing Data.

Data 145

Data How To Storytelling Analytics 145

PRSay

JANUARY 9, 2020

For the last couple of years, influencers have been a go-to for marketers as ambassadors for their products or services. As marketers, leaders and media consumers, we need to shift our views of traditional news outlets to incorporate more niche, targeted outlets.

Trends 167

Trends Nonprofit Consumer Newspapers 167

Barokas

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Content marketing has taken on new life and meaning. Social media and influencer relations are taking a growing share of marcom budgets. Digital and interactive media have largely displaced print. Video is now an integral part of marketing for all businesses. Do you have a strong story and storytellers?

Strategy 78

Strategy Media Storytelling Pinterest 78

Solo PR Pro

JANUARY 11, 2021

We are the original content marketers – digital, print and visual. Jennifer Wilbur, Principal, JRW PR & Marketing. When people hear “PR”, most think of only media relations. PR is the storyteller of the organization. Christine Pietryla Wetzler, Founder & President, Pietryla PR & Marketing.

Industry 79

Industry Print Ethics Internal 79

Sword and the Script

JUNE 18, 2019

When communications is too tied to marketing, it is more difficult to keep a pulse on the broader business,” wrote Tammy L. In the B2B technology world, which is the lenses through which I example things, I’ve found PR usually reports to marketing – but supports the whole business – when a company is small or young.

Employee 148

Employee Print Writing Survey 148

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

They polled 123 respondents including people in PR, investor relations, marketing – and also security analysts and investors. This is something I’m seeing in other vertical markets too. That’s definitely true – PR pros have been saying media relations is getting harder for years. Yes and yes. In-house vs. agency.

Survey 81

Survey Corporate Communications Financial 81

Ishmael's Corner

MARCH 8, 2020

The Art Of Storytelling In Business Communications And Public Relations. The post Connecting Dots on the Map: Building Bridges Across Hoffman APAC appeared first on Ishmael's Corner ~ Storytelling Techniques For Business Communications. Techniques For Effective Business Communications. asked his boss, half-jokingly.

Storytelling 125

Storytelling Communications Company Publicity 125

Solo PR Pro

JANUARY 10, 2017

Whether you are time-starved, or just timid about the tactic, in this post, we share 5 ways you can add lights, camera, action to your marketing. Email marketing. Email marketing remains a good way to nurture relationships with clients and prospective clients. Are you using video in your marketing?

Video 40

Video Strategy SMB Marketing 40

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Marketing and PR predictions aren’t merely forecasts, but often a reflection of our aspirations and perhaps advice – mistakes we’ve made we’d like to help others avoid. “Be Pay to pay, content grows; influencer marketing cools. “I b) More pay-to-play opportunities to participate in national media relations opportunities.

Marketing 189

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 189

Waxing UnLyrical

APRIL 12, 2018

As an example, he used the goal of producing 2,000 downloads that equate to marketing soft leads for sales. He said, “This goal should be shared across the entire marketing/communications department. It’s not a content marketing goal or a PR goal. Public Relations is Not Media Relations. Social media, yes.

Media Relations 85

Media Relations Advertising Advertising Content Marketing 85

Solo PR Pro

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Crawley (SVC) Strategic Communications for nearly five years and helps clients with everything from storytelling training and message development to speechwriting. She worked with TNC for a decade, managing all marketing and communications for Georgia as well as other states and leading education, volunteer and conservation initiatives.

Meeting 86

Meeting Education Journalism Resources 86

Deirdre Breakenridge

APRIL 10, 2017

How will you market your firm? Do you have experience with inbound marketing tactics including email drip campaigns? Five years ago, no one expected their PR firm to have video storytelling capabilities. Maris Callahan is the director of public relations for Donuts Inc. A travel PR firm could go with TravelPR.agency.

Travel 281

Travel Technology Conference LinkedIn 281

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Some marketing and communications predictions suggest AI will change the world; others see a tailspin of noise and and see humanity as a path for differentiation Most marketing and PR professionals have formed strong viewpoints on AI. That much is apparent I compiled this year’s list of marketing and communications predictions.

Writing 192

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 192

Bianchi Biz Blog

JANUARY 7, 2021

As the business development director for a growing services firm ( we’ll call it Company B ), he is charged with expanding Company B’s presence and business in the Detroit automotive market. Being unknown in the market, Company B faces stiff competition from many other similar service providers who are trying to break into the industry.

Agency 96

Agency Automotive Company Mobile 96

Sword and the Script

JUNE 16, 2020

Storytelling is a powerful means of persuasion; it can be both a strategy, as in an overall narrative but it also can be a tactic, like using vignettes; here’s what a recent survey found. Years ago, there was a consultant in the DC area that had an unusual title on his business card: “chief storyteller.” There’s a science to it.

Storytelling 131

Storytelling Communications Survey Case Study 131

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 15, 2018

The most popular trends recognized by the survey for the next 12 months included storytelling at 79%, content marketing (71%) and thought leadership (67%). The media is looking for the biggest headline rather than the significance of the story.” – open survey comment regarding the state of media relations.

Survey 74

Survey Industry Communications Corporate 74

Sword and the Script

MAY 29, 2018

3) “Thought leadership can’t be outsourced. 4) “I wish more would get how much more audiences appreciate communications than marketing. Buyers are looking for great marketing when they’re deciding what they need to meet their needs.”. Also see these related posts: Is Media Relations Getting Harder?

Corporate 74

Corporate Communications Survey Employee 74