Bad Pitch Blog

JANUARY 9, 2011

In 2007, I wrote a post called " Ready to Pitch a Blog? Take This Quiz First." Three and a half years later, I''m revisiting it to celebrate the Bad Pitch blog''s Fifth Birthday. While I thought I''d be noting how much has changed since it was written, it still holds up. But I''ve edited it a bit to better reflect 2011.

Media Relations 104

Media Relations Social Media Media Pitching 104

Communications Conversations

SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

It’s not going to be like Twitter was in 2007. Nope–not because the “beautiful, clean social network” isn’t easy to use (it’s not, in my opinion). Social Media Tools Technology Trends ello new social media apps new social media tools social media technology social media tools'

Technology 152

Technology Facebook Social Media Privacy 152

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 27, 2016

I’ve held on to a theory for a while now: Social media and media relations are a paradox. In today’s media landscape both are critical in public relations , but my theory begs the questions: Can the old and the new be blended together, and (bigger question) can one help drive success for the other? Help a Child.”

Media Relations 51

Media Relations Social Media Media Real Estate 51

Communications Conversations

JANUARY 2, 2020

That post represented the start of my social media journey. I don’t recall why or when I started on Twitter (Frank Strong reminded me in 2016 that I started with the tweet below in 2007), but I do recall the transformative effect it had on me. That was my social media “ground zero” moment.

Social Media 78

Social Media Media LinkedIn Instagram 78

Communications Conversations

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

” It’s a phrase that’s been ubiquitous since social media blew up in 2007-2008. And, it’s been used (to death) in signage by retailers, restaurants and media. This is what Twitter was like from about 2007-2010. 3 — Social media is no longer about conversations.

Retail 0

Retail Social Media Twitter Customer Service 0

wiredPRworks

APRIL 20, 2022

In 2007, David mentioned my fledgling blog wiredPRworks in his book, “ The New Rules of Marketing and PR.”. and taking the time to talk about the new new rules of marketing and PR on Growing Social Now. Released in 2007, The New Rules of Marketing and PR landed six months on the BusinessWeek bestseller list.

Marketing 118

Marketing Social Media Trends Instagram 118

Polaris

DECEMBER 7, 2014

Who: Joe Pulizzi, a leading evangelist for content marketing, founded the Content Marketing Institute (CMI) in 2007. She’s been named to the Forbes Top 10 Women Social Media Power list, has authored 2 best-selling books and speaks on social media. 3: Content Marketing Institute.

Content Marketing 154

Content Marketing Blogging Marketing B2C 154

Critical Mention

JUNE 13, 2019

Over the years, social media has changed the way we interact with celebrities. From Rhianna and Ryan Reynolds to LeBron James and Bill Gates, here are our top picks for celebrities that are crushing it on social media. Now we get a sneak peek into their daily lives. The Kardashians. SCHEDULE A DEMO.

Social Media 60

Social Media YouTube Media Instagram 60

Shift Communications

APRIL 6, 2015

In early 2007, SHIFT CEO Todd Defren commissioned a map of the social media world to better visualize the social media landscape. This was a simpler time, when MySpace ruled the social media sphere and people still blogged heavily on services like LiveJournal. Click for full-size image.

Social Media 60

Social Media Data-Driven PR Infographics Media 60

PRSay

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Rather than view it as a social media delivery device, perhaps see Twitter as an online complaint box. Are they moving to other platforms like Tribel , Mastodon or Hive Social ? Pay attention to top users and keep them engaged on these social media platforms. Reevaluating Twitter. Paid internships are essential.

Trends 128

Trends Pitching Twitter Nonprofit 128

Engage PR

OCTOBER 27, 2016

Not least because of the burgeoning number of social media and digital marketing channels available today. The business started in the north east of Scotland in 2007 and has since taken the UK’s craft beer market by storm, becoming something of an international phenomenon. Jack Milner, account executive, Engage PR.

Strategy 111

Strategy Branding Brand Marketing 111

wiredPRworks

MAY 15, 2018

It was something I’d wanted to do for about eight years: a digital detox to unplug from social media and email. Tagging it with #DigitalDetox and a 5/15 return date, I posted it to all of my social networks. If I was this affected by social media, maybe I really did need a break. I was not happy.

Social Media 53

Social Media How To Media Instagram 53

Waxing UnLyrical

MARCH 14, 2011

In the Spring of 2007, I returned to my full time job after an 18-month deployment that included a year in Iraq and realized that the world of public relations had changed. While I was an early adopter of social sites like LinkedIn, most PR pros weren’t generally using social media for PR purposes. Sphere of Influence.

Community 110

Community Training Social Media Twitter 110

Bad Pitch Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2006

Subject: chevy''s trying more co-creation Kevin- Some lucky (and talented) Gen Yers will create Chevy’s 2007 Super Bowl Ad. Clearly Targeted, Highly Relevant Nellie took the time to learn that I write about the Super Bowl, advertising and social media. Here’s the blogger press release: [link]. This news hits on all three.

Social Media 40

Social Media Pitching Media Sports 40

Stephen Waddington

JULY 11, 2017

Coping with the digital evolution and the social web is the most important issue for communication management in the next three years. 4 Channel shift from print to social exaggerated. Social media and social networks are considered by far (90.4%) to be the most important channel to address stakeholders.

Communications 115

Communications Publicity Survey Newspapers 115

Bad Pitch Blog

SEPTEMBER 14, 2007

Network cables uploaded by Shockie tags | public relations | PR | social media | Connect07' Connect organizers have already set up a survey to ensure attendees learn about the topics they consider most important.

Viral 40

Viral Journalism Survey Education 40

Cision

APRIL 24, 2015

It can include social media, tip sheets, and emails, as well as paid promotions like native advertising and promoted posts on social platforms. Since 2007, NYPL Blogs has showcased content that continues to inspire and educate a devoted audience. A: We encourage everyone to share their work on social media.

Mobile 120

Mobile Community Blogging Publicity 120

Cision

MARCH 29, 2016

Of course email and social media have changed the ways and the hours that we are available in this way. And if your press release is less than optimized take heart: Henk Pander Maat (2007) found that promotional language in press releases found its way into media mentions up to 20 percent of the time. Harnish, V.

Retail 120

Retail Pitching Print Writing 120

Flack's Revenge

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

Seth told me how he got started in blogging back in 2007, when he noted a lack of good Apple blogs and saw an opportunity. Is traffic diminishing as a result of more people getting news and content from social media? What do you think about publishing on social platforms, as many media brands are doing now?

Google 120

Google Meeting Blogging Facebook 120

Waxing UnLyrical

NOVEMBER 21, 2011

Back in 2007, my co-founder, David, and I kicked around ideas fairly similar to what Klout does today. He is passionate about social media and plays an instrumental role in the transition of the marketing and PR industries in the post mass media era. I’m glad we didn’t let it. Image: yamchild via Flickr, CC 2.0.

Measurement 91

Measurement Advertising Advertising Data 91

Critical Mention

JANUARY 3, 2019

My goal was to simply share my story and experience on-line through a blog, and to then re-share on social media. While I started engaging on social media channels, I realized that blogging and writing about my experiences would be central to sharing my story. In 2007, as part of a cooperation agreement with the U.S.

Interviews 105

Interviews Ethics Government International 105

The Hoyt Organization

JANUARY 8, 2024

When people hear the words ‘Gen Z,’ they often think of tech-savvy youngins with an affinity for social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram. They often research before purchasing and use different channels , including the brand’s website 52%, reviews 39%, and social media 29%.

Consumer 85

Consumer Social Media Education Advertising 85

wiredPRworks

OCTOBER 9, 2021

For those of us that work in social media, unplugging can feel like we’re walking away from home. Read: 10 ways to Vacation from Social Media and Technology. Social media, email, and texting. If I was this affected by social media, maybe I really did need a break. What a glorious trip!

How To 98

How To Social Media LinkedIn Instagram 98

Critical Mention

JUNE 26, 2019

Joe Pulizzi founded Content Marketing Institute in 2007 with a mission to better educate marketers about how to promote their content online. Founded by Jay Baer in 2008, Convince & Convert consists of strategists of social media, content marketing, influencer marketing, word-of-mouth, and customer experience.

Blogging 92

Blogging Marketing Content Marketing eBook 92

Shift Communications

JANUARY 12, 2022

This past year, that included Starburst’s “Berries and Cream” spot from 2007. This past year, McDonald’s once again took social media by storm when they expanded their Famous Order Tray campaign. Starburst capitalizes on the “Berries and Cream” resurgence on TikTok. McDonald’s wins with additional Famous Order Trays.

Branding 88

Branding Brand Consumer Social Media 88

Waxing UnLyrical

JULY 15, 2011

When it comes to social media, don’t just look for people with huge numbers of followers, but people who actively engage (hmm, where have we heard that before? ). The average response rate when they approach people through social media is about 25%. With Oklahoma!, For Oklahoma!,

Social Media 87

Social Media Twitter Financial Analytics 87

Karen Freberg

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

The answer was clear: Teach and do research abroad in Australia with some of the leading thought leaders in the social media business. This will also mark the second longest time I have lived in another country (followed by my time in South Africa in 2007). That’s right. I have always wanted to teach aboard.

Social Media 79

Social Media Meeting Education Conference 79

Katie Paine's Measurement Blog

JUNE 27, 2024

Health care workers in British Columbia tied an increase in residents being vaccinated to their PR and social media campaign in 2007. Health care workers in British Columbia tied an increase in residents being vaccinated to their PR and social media campaign in 2007.

Airlines 52

Airlines Measurement Healthcare SEO 52

Cision

JUNE 22, 2015

Instagram looked like a niche social media platform with limited appeal. It was the Charlie XCX of social media platforms. But there are some measurable aspects of Instagram that are quite unique and special in the social media space. Click here for your free guide to using social media correspondents!

Instagram 120

Instagram Fashion Sports Pinterest 120

Communications Conversations

JANUARY 15, 2019

We’ve been talking about the concept of the “social CEO” for years now. In fact, I remember Richard Branson being on Twitter in 2007! But, the notion of the social CEO has really never taken off. First trend : Employees wanting to see more of their leaders online/on social media. I think it would.

Government 74

Government Employee LinkedIn Insurance 74

Stuart Bruce

DECEMBER 29, 2014

Tom Murphy @tpemurphy – I first ‘knew’ Tom by reading his PR blog, but didn’t meet him until 2005 when we both spoke at the UK’s first ever PR social media conference in 2005. George Bruce – when we lost our mum to MND in 2007 I was worried about my dad and what he’d do.

Ethics 95

Ethics Local Blogging Social Media 95

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JANUARY 2, 2024

Leveraging social media for SEO. Social media platforms are becoming an integral part of SEO strategies. A social media campaign I spearheaded for a startup significantly amplified its online presence, indirectly boosting its search engine performance.

SEO 85

SEO Mobile Engineering Ethics 85

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 25, 2017

In 2007 the unit I was supporting in Iraq was going home – but not before a short period of overlap with the replacements. The Old “New Media” and Marketing Tools with Novel Twists [UML]. Features, Fidelity and Faux Pas of the Social Media Platforms [UML] . It’s similar in social media sharing.

Marketing 83

Marketing Employee Survey Social Media 83

Shift Communications

DECEMBER 29, 2015

One of the top questions in social media marketing (and content marketing in general) is how do you know what content is worth promoting? Social Media Game of Thrones: A Song of PR and Social. Today, social media’s world is radically different, and thus it was time to revisit the social media world map.

Analytics 60

Analytics Viral Social Media Google 60

PRSay

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

During a meeting with a new client in 2007, Mark Dvorak, APR, Fellow PRSA, found himself in an ethical dilemma. Back then, businesses had just begun using social media. The client didn’t like what people were saying about her product on Facebook.

Ethics 68

Ethics Case Study Meeting Facebook 68

Mindful Marketing

JANUARY 15, 2016

Katie has been a leading advocate for defining high measurement standards in the PR and social media fields for over two decades. She founded The Conclave , providing a platform from which new social media measurement standards have been developed and released. and The Delahaye Group.

Analytics 53

Analytics Measurement Interviews Social Media 53

Maxim Behar

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

1906–2007 The one-time ubiquitous emblem of classic PR, the press release, has technically been dead for a while now. Thanks to the social media revolution, we are in the afterlife. Thanks to the social media revolution, we are in the afterlife. RIP, Press Release! And there is no coming back.

Social Media 59

Social Media Facebook Airlines Web 59