Sword and the Script

MAY 29, 2018

Open-ended questions can sometimes be the most insightful part of a good survey. More than once I’ve analyzed survey results for a client and wound up finding the perfect report title in the open-ended commentary. 3) “Thought leadership can’t be outsourced. Also see these related posts: Is Media Relations Getting Harder?

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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.”

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 10, 2019

Some 47% of respondents said they’ve observed more PR work being taken in-house, according to the 2019 JOTW Communications Survey (full report embedded below). This year’s survey polled 223 communications and public relations (PR) professionals. Media Relations is Hard and Getting Harder.

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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.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Many of the blog posts published here are based on survey research, analytical studies or other sources of data. Every entry links to both the article I originally wrote – and to the underlying source, report or survey. Effect of thought leadership on reputation and sales. Source: Effective Thought Leadership in B2B ).

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 21, 2018

No one should underestimate the power of data for storytelling. 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. In other words, data-driven storytelling produces leads.

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Communications Conversations

MAY 3, 2016

He mastered media relations managing information for national outlets like ESPN and Sports Illustrated. His popularity and ability to inspire students has played a critical role in the success of the school’s investor relations club where he has steadily grown his knowledge and responsibility.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

b) More pay-to-play opportunities to participate in national media relations opportunities. c) More companies create their own content and channels to reach audiences instead of traditional media channels. Brad Marley , Yelram Media Chief Storyteller, Yelram Media. “I see a few things.

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 19, 2018

A new survey of primarily corporate communications professionals identified the hottest trends and tactics in PR – and perhaps those that aren’t so hot too. Respondents said storytelling, content marketing and thought leadership will be more important over the next 12 months. 67% said thought leadership.

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Landis PR

JANUARY 3, 2022

Credible, quality content gives depth to brand stories, particularly if supported by own research reports, surveys and white papers. Apart from the Covid-specific issues that are likely to exercise us in 2022, it was interesting to see a HarrisX/Ragan survey find recently that leadership is the no.

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Landis PR

DECEMBER 4, 2023

A recent HubSpot survey revealed that 75% of marketers who leverage generative AI are creating a higher volume of content. Even as AI continues to evolve, there will always be something uniquely human about the art of storytelling. Plus, eight out of 10 report that the quality of their content has improved.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Also see PR and Storytelling; Off Script No. Partners who choose to not ‘just operate’ or be ‘me too with best practices,’ but rather choose to take an ‘innovative’ sales and marketing leadership approach. Strong visuals will be one way to make an impact.”. – Rachael Wolensky | ALM Media. 7: Lou Hoffman.

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Stephen Waddington

NOVEMBER 19, 2017

Creative and content, the keys to good storytelling, are frequently overlooked elements of public relations. They lie at the heart of inspiring conversations and storytelling. The ability to communicate complex messages through compelling and relevant stories remains a fundamental value of public relations.

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