Sword and the Script

AUGUST 14, 2018

The 2018 State of the Media report by Cision is an annual survey of reporters that offers some insight. The company maintains and sells access to an online media contact database, which serves as the population from which the survey sample is drawn. The survey suggests reporter views of the top challenges they face is splintered.

Survey 103

Survey Report Media B2B 103

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

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JULY 17, 2023

Media relations and PR pros must heed Godin’s advice or suffer the consequences of being ignored, or worse, getting blocked by a journalist when trying to pitch them. Journalists already have to juggle and master information management – especially when you consider that many are receiving over 100 pitches a day. Watch word counts.

Pitching 54

Pitching Media Media Relations Writing 54

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 18, 2021

The findings or data from a white paper can also be pitched out to the media. Over the past several years, the medium has grown in popularity along with the acceleration of mobile technology. That’s why podcasts should be on every media pitch list.

Case Study 390

Case Study B2B Study Interviews 390

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 2, 2024

5 point memo to PR about Twitter from a survey of 2,000 journalists (to get the best results from PR, you must put effort into Twitter) A survey by Muck Rack found 78% of journalists say Twitter is the most valuable network; 7 in 10 journalists still use Twitter to find sources. An “Interview” with ChatGPT: What is Public Relations?

Blogging 121

Blogging Software B2B Survey 121

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Technology is a priority business investment for 2022; 53% of IT buyers expect tech spending to grow – and budgets will grow on average by 26%. The publishing organization conducted the survey in July 2021, and the report is based on polling of “1,145 IT buyers from organizations across North America and Europe. 30% said hardware.

B2B 108

B2B Software Survey Study 108

OnePitch

JUNE 28, 2022

Our guest on the podcast this week is Chris Teale , the technology reporter for Morning Consult. As the technology reporter, Chris uses proprietary polling data, external data sets and interviews with experts from across the sector to write feature-length and short articles about technology trends and news.

Survey 73

Survey Pitching Technology Writing 73

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 9, 2024

In this edition: Cision silently rebrands HARO; Meltwater’s dealmaking continues; PR tech briefs and mentions content picks There have been so many private equity (PE) deals among PR technology companies, that it’s easy to lose track of who owns what. Content picks Pitch results. Do you use any of these alternatives, now?

Brand 155

Brand Branding Reddit Pitching 155

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Nearly 80% of the 1,279 bloggers in the 7 th annual Orbit Media blogger survey say blogging drives some marketing results – and 25% say it draws “strong marketing results.” According to the survey, the average blog post is 1,269 words. Multiple surveys and data studies support this conclusion.

B2B 155

B2B Study Blogging Marketing 155

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Business and tech media in particular have an ongoing appetite for research, studies and surveys. For leading data management platform Lotame , for example, their data and third-party surveys are both important, and they often work together. Don’t make research a sales pitch. Focus on the findings instead.

B2B 147

B2B Data Retail Survey 147

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 25, 2022

90% of comms pros surveyed say their work has changed some, and of those, 50% say communications work has changed significantly. That’s according to The 5th Annual JOTW Strategic Communications Survey for 2022 , which polled 483 communications professionals – mostly in the US. in an open-ended follow-up question. In multiple mediums.”.

Communications 126

Communications Crisis Internal International 126

Flack's Revenge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Many wish to continue to write off public relations and kick it to the curb – by coldly saying that the profession and/or its trappings are dead. In addition to that, it is a helpful tool for many journalists who really are asking for more information than a simple, pithy email pitch provides. It is not just us. Well, it is Inc.

Writing 177

Writing Pitching Report Industry 177

Sword and the Script

JUNE 7, 2022

Vendors that white label TVEyes go to lengths to tell me they embed the technology within their own secret sauce to solve UX issues. They have bitten off a lot in a short period of time – and undoubtedly have much work to do on integrating people, process and technology – so we’ll have to see where this turns out. See it here.”.

Software 85

Software Pitching Internal International 85

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 30, 2022

This summary of PR technology news – the PR Tech Sum – is back after a two-month hiatus. I couldn’t find any financial data on the deal but in a separate piece for Media Post Laurie Sullivan writes that Kelp has 10 employees and “Signal AI has about 220 employees.” I do have a sense of humor. Onclusive buying spree continues.

Publicity 85

Publicity Survey Enterprise Pitching 85

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

This is largely a reflection of what PR professionals say they measure, according to The JOTW Strategic Communications Survey for 2022. You can find the survey answers from 483 communicators here: PR measurement. ChatGPT seems to miss emerging themes if there isn’t a wide body of writing already on a topic.

Interviews 104

Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 104

Sword and the Script

APRIL 11, 2023

While PR probably isn’t writing public communications about trade secrets, you should be cognizant of obvious dangers. The company says, “AMIGA offers advanced research and writing capabilities including generating pitches.” PR firm Gregory FCA recently announced a free AI tool to write press releases “in three minutes.”

Software 78

Software Company Pitching Training 78

Flack's Revenge

MAY 14, 2019

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.”. These can include commissioning research, surveys, even PR stunts. If so, this could drive a pitch that lands. Little wonder that it is harder to get media attention and results.

Survey 195

Survey Journalism Agency Data 195

Sword and the Script

MARCH 2, 2021

The first reason is to acquire a new piece of technology. And it’s top of mind this month because the largest PR technology vendor is back to doing acquisitions. It leads this edition of the PR Tech Sum – a monthly roundup of all the news from the PR technology market. The second reason is to acquire customers. Did you know?

Company 154

Company Tools Technology Software 154

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

As I wrapped up the writing on this post, I figured I had done three of these so far but surprised myself when I realized this is the fifth one. If you write a nice note, I might just give it to you. And now, here’s this month’s PR technology summary…. However, Sean Czarnecki published an informative write up on the report.

Analytics 70

Analytics Report Technology Pitching 70

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 31, 2023

Universal Information Systems pitches itself as a “concierge service” for all things media monitoring. The company sells services and was using proprietary technology to assist in the delivery of those services. Social media tools offer AI to write social media posts. Email tools will offer AI to help write emails.

Software 78

Software Case Study Technology Tools 78

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. Within this interview, we break down real examples of how she landed top-tier coverage, what worked, and her tips for replicating it for your own pitches.

Healthcare 52

Healthcare How To Pitching Product Launch 52

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 4, 2020

Many of the PR technology vendors I track for the monthly PR Tech Sum put a greater emphasis on earned media than media relations in their messaging. Look for our session titled, “Earned Media Trends and Best Practices Revealed in an Analysis of the 2020 JOTW Communications Survey.” c) What makes a great pitch?

Media Relations 156

Media Relations Media Print Software 156

Sword and the Script

MAY 12, 2020

Better organize your announcements and media contacts, make the “news” easy to find and stick to business etiquette; pro PR tips About a year ago I started writing a monthly summary of PR technology news. Please answer the survey question and feel free to comment why or why not in the thread. Give our services a try.

Company 101

Company Survey Pitching Report 101

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Some time ago I pitched a reporter, who was looking for sources, on social media for a client. The pitch was about a study they had done. She did review it and ended up writing about it too. The interesting thing is, I had pitched her on that study by email already. Myth 3: You can’t pitch reporters with content.

Content Marketing 90

Content Marketing Marketing Pitching Survey 90

Sword and the Script

JUNE 3, 2020

Survey Identifies Most Recommended PR Tech Vendors, Meltwater Adds Signals, TVEyes Spots Logos in Broadcasts, Cision Shows Pageviews of Coverage, Burrelles Names First Women President For years, I have published a new post every Tuesday like clockwork. Also see: Partisan Politics Complicates PR and Comms for Business, Survey Finds.

Product Launch 97

Product Launch Survey Banking Pharmaceuticals 97

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Train your staff to ask questions highlighting consumer needs, or simply provide them with simple surveys to present during in-person interactions. You should also utilize technology. When she isn’t writing, you can find her with her nose buried in a book or hiking with her dog, Charlie.

Community 92

Community How To Marketing Data 92

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JUNE 6, 2023

One thing is certain, this giant step in the technological revolution is here to stay and only growing more extensive and impactful daily. Content Creation and Curation: AI technologies can assist marketers in creating and curating content. To the average consumer, AI likely snuck up like a mysterious, unknown entity.

Communications 40

Communications Marketing Technology Data 40

Sword and the Script

APRIL 6, 2021

I took a quick look back to review what was going on then, and thought the subhead accurately summarizes that snapshot in time: Some PR technology vendors have made pandemic-related announcements, but there’s a bit of “business as usual” too. An email requesting clarification to the company was not answered.

Media 106

Media SEO Analytics Analysis 106

Beyond PR

APRIL 24, 2018

Once again Cision surveyed journalists in six countries this year about their perception of the media industry. And yet, nearly half of journalists surveyed aren’t sure what all this means for their organizations. Don’t spread fake news by pitching a half-baked story! Nearly as important is tailoring your pitches to their beat.

Media 75

Media Survey Pitching Journalism 75

Bianchi Biz Blog

MARCH 7, 2022

As managing editor of Heavy Duty Trucking magazine and TruckingInfo.com, she writes trucking news and features, manages e-newsletters and social media, coordinates magazine production, and helps to develop content for events and multimedia projects. What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you? Have a reason.

Meeting 83

Meeting Automotive Media Transportation 83

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 1, 2023

First is the new “PR Assistant” which will allow “PR professionals to draft press releases and personalize pitches.” The second is an enhancement to its AI Writing Assistant, first unveiled a couple of months ago. That assistant helps to write social media content but now includes an integration to DALL-E.

Software 128

Software Pitching Ethics Privacy 128

PR Fuel

JANUARY 24, 2022

It’s no secret that PR tactics have evolved to keep up with the ever-changing technology. You can also send them surveys or make discovery calls to learn more about the content they want and value. The success of your PR campaign largely depends on your press release writing talents. Collect Market Data.

Creativity 102

Creativity Data Measurement Product Launch 102

MaccaPR

APRIL 18, 2017

Now that I’ve morphed from journalist to public relations guy, I’m aware of how vital it is to target precisely the right reporter – so you avoid becoming the PR pro who pitches the launch of a new Caramel Coconut Cherry ice cream flavor to a reporter who is dedicated to covering Islamic fundamentalism in Qatar.

How To 121

How To YouTube Pitching LinkedIn 121

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

The Edelman Trust Barometer is an annual survey that examines the “volatility of trust in social institutions” around the world. This year the survey was conducted in 28 countries and obtained 1,150 respondents per country. Technical expertise is particularly relevant to the B2B technology space. 61% trust academic experts.

Content Marketing 70

Content Marketing Marketing Journalism Financial 70

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

OCTOBER 24, 2023

In addition to cultivating a robust social media presence, deploying online and in-person customer surveys and collating online customer reviews is essential. When she isn’t writing, you can find her with her nose buried in a book or hiking with her dog, Charlie. Contact us to discuss your specific needs.

Strategy 97

Strategy Ethics Social Media Data 97

PR Fuel

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Another journalist might want a story about how a grant helped you upgrade technology. Now you need to know how to write a press release that will catch journalists’ attention. You can write a great press release, but people will look right past it. If you’re pitching to local media, then think about the local angle.

Media 52

Media Local Newspapers Pitching 52

Doctor Spin

MAY 21, 2021

On behalf of the Beech-Nut food company , “The Father of Spin”, Edward Bernays hired a well-known New York physician to survey other physicians to see what was most healthy—a light or a heavy breakfast. Apple took on a stupid majority (“no-one cares about the aesthetics of technology”)—and the list goes on.

How To 52

How To Hotels Survey Employee 52