Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Communicators found their influence grew with executives, even as the functions they performed evolved in 2022; PR and marketing alike battled to win trust amid clutter, noise and skepticism. Every year I read and write about dozens of reports on B2B marketing and PR. 12% say competing go-to-market strategy or goals (KPIs).

B2B 113

B2B Marketing Survey Software 113

Communications Conversations

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

First how can “social media” AND “social media marketing” be skills? Those are tools we use to do the social media and social media marketing you listed at the top! I definitely have more thoughts on the skills the social media pro of 2022 should have. Super confused right off the bat.

Social Media 174

Social Media Media Analytics Data 174

Shift Communications

MAY 10, 2022

By Lisa Zanchi, Director, Digital Marketing. Brands today are built on social, but social media marketing has never been more cut-throat. Every post on every channel needs amazing creative — vibrant creative, excellent copy and to point to high-quality content. TikTok marketing strategy.

Pinterest 78

Pinterest YouTube Social Media Trends 78

Prohibition

AUGUST 12, 2022

As the first half of 2022 draws to a close, we’ve rounded up six of the best food and drink PR campaigns from the year so far that really caught both our, and the UK medias attention. — BrewDog (@BrewDog) January 12, 2022. — Butterkist Popcorn (@ButterkistUK) July 28, 2022. Brewdog’s Sad AF campaign.

Consumer 116

Consumer B2C Creativity Social Media 116

Prohibition

DECEMBER 22, 2022

2021 was a big year, working with household names such as Kurt Geiger, Fentimans, and Interflora – 2022 didn’t fall short either. 2022 saw us win 16 new clients and even more big names such as British Wool, Autoglym, and the University of Oxford. Top 3 Brands Utilising Virtual Influencer Marketing. Here’s a quick round-up!

Case Study 62

Case Study Energy Creativity Agency 62

Prohibition

JANUARY 20, 2023

We’re looking back at our favourite campaigns of 2022, as well as the PR disasters of the year. A Rift to the Upside Down Stranger Things was the most watched show on Netflix in 2022, and the global activations ahead of the season four launch will definitely have helped with those ratings. A great example of how not to do PR.

Fashion 62

Fashion Apparel Instagram Social Media 62

Solo PR Pro

DECEMBER 27, 2022

2022 Solo PR Pro Premium member accomplishments. Several of our members chimed in to share what they are most proud of achieving in their business in 2022. In 2022, he was the chair-elect of the Midwest District and co-chair-elect of the DE&I committee. Phyllis Weiss , president, Weiss Communications, Inc.

Print 58

Print Financial Journalism Healthcare 58

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 21, 2021

2021 saw emerging platforms that B2B brands were eyeing to for their marketing plans, and some may have been missteps. In fact, there are several social media approaches that should be reassessed as we enter 2022. The main goal of social media marketing is to generate a dedicated audience for your brand. Overlooking Facebook .

Social Media 323

Social Media B2B Media Video 323

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

C ontrary to many marketers’ beliefs, B2B (business to business) content doesn’t have to be boring. Creative content should be a key element of your marketing strategy as it has the power to build trust, gain new customers, and convert them to leads. Be as creative as possible. Upgrade your content marketing strategy.

B2B 61

B2B Creativity Content Marketing Measurement 61

5W PR

APRIL 28, 2022

Understanding how the markets — whether it’s B2B or B2C — work is a daunting feat. Since 2003, we’ve dabbled in different industries like entertainment, consumer brands, public affairs, and digital marketing. What I have found unique is the combination of their consistent strategy and spontaneous creativity.

Public Affairs 88

Public Affairs B2B B2C Analysis 88

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 d) Influencer marketing to cool off as far as the amounts of money companies are paying influencers.”.

Marketing 187

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 187

Konnect Agency

MARCH 10, 2023

The importance of asking questions, creating moodboards, and fostering collaboration in the work of a Creative Agency. Why a Creative Agency Uses Visual Tools to Communicate Visuals aren’t just crucial to the final product but invaluable to the process that gets you there. Why Does a Creative Agency Use Moodboards?

Creativity 52

Creativity Agency Survey Examples 52

MaccaPR

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Leading brands from Intel and AT&T to Facebook’s Meta and General Motors dropped out ahead of the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the world’s largest technology event in January 2022, because of the latest COVID-19 variant. What’s a marketer to do? There’s always a creative solution. Embrace the power of flexibility.

Conference 62

Conference Trade Shows Branding Brand 62

wiredPRworks

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

On February 22, 2022, American Marketing Association [AMA] Chicago will present a program on 2022 social media trends at Morningstar. Social Media Trends for 2022 Expert Panel. Danielle is a creative at heart, but focuses on participating in community-focused entrepreneurship, convinced that it will on day save the world!

Social Media 52

Social Media Trends B2C Media 52

PRSay

MARCH 7, 2024

Ahead of the Academy Awards ceremony on March 10, when “Barbie” is up for several awards, including Best Picture, let’s reflect on the film’s marketing campaign to extract valuable insights for practitioners. PR pros can take note of the creativity and diversity of the movie’s coverage. No category was left untouched.

Film 129

Film Marketing Sports Hotels 129

Communications Conversations

APRIL 19, 2022

Southwest Airlines (@SouthwestAir) April 13, 2022. Of course, the marketing community was all over this. And Southwest Air has a history of these kinds of creative tactics. Which leads to the larger point here: No one really cares about our marketing bubble. And no one goes into marketing to do that garbage.

Internal 122

Internal International Social Media Twitter 122

PR in High Definition

JANUARY 26, 2022

Happy stories have certainly been in short supply, but now that we’re finally starting to see the blue skies shining through, there is no reason to repeat this trend in 2022. Optimism leads to creativity. The post 2022 is the year to harness the power of optimism appeared first on Firefly Communications.

Creativity 62

Creativity Consumer Communications Industry 62

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 189

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 189

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2022

Check out my recent post Unique Ways PR Pros Can (and Should) Consume News to spark ideas for staying on top of industry news in 2022. . Some are subject-matter experts who are very knowledgeable about marketing and PR, while others may need more background on rationales for specific strategies and tactics.

Writing 310

Writing LinkedIn Social Media SEO 310

Contently - Strategy

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

In response, brands are investing more in video marketing content than ever to meet such strong engagement and potential ROI. Of the marketers who responded to Wyzowl’s State of Video Marketing 2023 report , 92% say video gives them a good return on their investment. And brands noticed.

Video 125

Video Strategy Marketing Instagram 125

Agility PR Solutions

AUGUST 19, 2020

Influencers are among the most visible, creative and impactful media platforms today, projected to be valued at $15 billion by 2022, cementing its place as a core communications channel for brands. Like all other industries, influencer marketing needs to implement diversity and equal pay measures to create a more inclusive industry.

Marketing 88

Marketing Creativity Measurement Groups 88

wiredPRworks

JANUARY 13, 2022

What does it take to really crush sales quotas in 2022? In a recent interview on “ The Rainmaking Podcast with Scott Love ” Barbara Rozgonyi talked about 2022 sales success strategies for business development reps [BDRs], account executives, professional service firms, startups, and small businesses. Sales is changing. Over to you.

Strategy 52

Strategy Training Insurance Insurance 52

Prohibition

AUGUST 15, 2022

Who would’ve thought that the creation of digital influencers could give brands the opportunity to leverage influencer marketing with no physical limitations and minimal risks. Here, we’ll look at what the metaverse is and some brands who are making the most of virtual influencer marketing. What is the metaverse?

Branding 116

Branding Brand Fashion Marketing 116

Axia PR

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

September 2022 – Brands Capturing the Audience With Strategic PR “Stunts”. However, a disruptive campaign that’s wildly creative has shown time and again just how powerful it can be for generating buzz. PR “stunts” have somewhat of a bad reputation around them.

Branding 127

Branding Brand Reputation Creativity 127

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Annual marketing salary survey shows remote interviews and shorter hiring process have become the norm as a consequence of the pandemic The was a cartoon going around the business world a few weeks ago that asked “who led the digital transformation in your company?” CEO CTO COVID-19 In the cartoon, the correct answer is COVID-19.

Survey 98

Survey Trends Marketing Creativity 98

Landis PR

MAY 28, 2024

Christina provides a detailed insight into the business and communications environment in Denmark and delivers valuable advice to businesses seeking to navigate her home market. This week’s blog post is written by our Public Relations Global Network partner, Christina Rytter, Founder of Scandinavian Communications in Copenhagen.

Energy 59

Energy Technology Biotechnology Pharmaceuticals 59

Stern + Associates

JANUARY 26, 2023

According to a 2022 study by ADP , seven out of every ten workers have contemplated a major career pivot this year – leaving leaders around the world struggling with “the great Re (-signation, -set, -negotiation, -think)” as well as its cousin “quiet quitting.”

Employee 118

Employee Company Marketing Case Study 118

Remote PR Jobs

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Dec 12, 2022. Like any marketing strategy, it is important for clients to identify their company goals. Every brand needs to keep their target audience in the forefront of the creative vision in order to shape the best delivery of their message. © 2022 Remote PR Jobs | All rights reserved | [email protected].

Privacy 264

Privacy Meeting Strategy Social Media 264

wiredPRworks

APRIL 20, 2022

In 2007, David mentioned my fledgling blog wiredPRworks in his book, “ The New Rules of Marketing and PR.”. In a stroke of marketing brilliance, David included over 160 bloggers/contributors in the first edition. When I found David’s work and read his first book, I knew I’d found the roadmap to the future of marketing and PR.

Marketing 118

Marketing Social Media Trends Instagram 118

wiredPRworks

MAY 23, 2022

To celebrate 17 years, here’s a 2022 version of this post updating subject matter expert to thought leader. Talk about your LinkedIn networking experiences on your blog and in your marketing communications and make your LinkedIn site [www.linkedin.com/in/yourname] as prominent as your home page URL in all communications.

LinkedIn 52

LinkedIn How To B2B Social Media 52

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Business may be getting a tad personal as B2B buyers put “I feel safe signing a contract with them” at the top of their decision criteria Dentsu a global creative agency is out with a new study about B2B buying decisions. That up 54 days or about a month in a half since 2022. It’s an employer’s market right now.

B2B 144

B2B Software Ethics Leadership 144

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

I’ve spent the past few weeks breaking down the survey results from The 5th Annual JOTW Strategic Communications Survey for 2022 (see these posts covering the executive summary , top challenges , organizational trust in media and views on media bias ). So says a 2022 survey conducted by PRWeek for ICR.

Survey 81

Survey Corporate Communications Financial 81

Stern + Associates

DECEMBER 20, 2022

As we approach the end of 2022, we are already thinking about what the future of social media marketing might look like and how we can best prepare our clients for success. By tapping into the collective creativity of their audience, brands can create authentic, engaging content that resonates with their target audience.

Social Media 62

Social Media Marketing Media Instagram 62

Stephen Waddington

MAY 10, 2022

I spoke to the Influencer Marketing Trade Body’s Scott Guthrie about the report. It’s good that Parliament is focusing attention on the burgeoning sector, however its analysis focuses on areas of risk and fails to recognise the opportunities for the influencer market to create value. That is fair and right. What is an influencer?

Marketing 78

Marketing Government Advertising Advertising 78

PR for Anyone

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

The story was about the 20th anniversary of the movie (my all-time favorite), Sweet Home Alabama and then discussing which wedding trends from that all-time classic are still on-trend in 2022. Get creative in your media pitches. to what our current wedding trends in 2022 and brought on an event planner. Everybody loves her.

Pitching 130

Pitching Television Trends Video 130

Wadds Inc.

DECEMBER 13, 2022

The brain drain of young people from the continent will impact the future of the economy and burgeoning professions and creative industries such as marketing and public relations. 11 million have headed for Europe, five million to the Middle East and three million to North America.

Publicity 59

Publicity Marketing Survey Analysis 59

Prohibition

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Bought by BtyeDance in 2017, ‘TikTok is the world’s leading destination for short-form mobile videos’ and with their mission to ‘inspire creativity and bring joy’ the app is the seventh most popular social platform in the world. Influencer Marketing on TikTok. billion globally this year! Utilising short form videos.

Branding 118

Branding Brand Video Social Media 118