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The surprising 10 ‘decisions drivers’ that factor into B2B software deals

Sword and the Script

You communicate – and communication requires a feedback loop – with them honestly and do it consistently over time. This is one for 2023. If you are a B2B technology company, thought leadership isn’t optional, it’s the biggest marketing lever you have. There is no cheap and cheerful path to thought leadership.

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7 mostly free professional development ideas that PR and comms pros can start today

Sword and the Script

There are also, generally speaking, traditional gaps in a communicators skill set, such as math, which hurts our credibility with executive leadership. Most of these are focused on marketing, communications, leadership and psychology. From where I sit, no one in PR or comms afford to not be continuously learning.

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5 LinkedIn Marketing Examples From Brands That are Rocking It

Contently - Strategy

At the end of 2023, LinkedIn released its list of the top brands successfully marketing on LinkedIn. And with its 23 million followers, Microsoft is no slouch when it comes to building its online community. It fosters a sense of community by featuring employee achievements and showcasing its company culture.

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The Rise of Owned Media: Building Brand Authority Through Direct Channels

5W PR

According to HubSpot’s 2023 Marketing Report, companies that maintain active blogs receive 67% more leads than those without blogs. Companies like Patagonia demonstrate this well through their “The Cleanest Line” blog, which serves as both a content hub and a direct line to their community’s interests and values.

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Meltwater acquired as private equity tightens grip on PR software market [PR tech sum no. 47]

Sword and the Script

The largest PR and comms tech companies, along with many startups, are now controlled by PE firms; is this good for the PR community? This adds to a growing collection of private equity firms (PE) that have taken an ownership stake in software companies that provide tools to PR and communications professionals.

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How to Engage and Empower Your ZEOs

PRSay

In 2023, the oldest Gen Zers will turn 26 years old. In the communications profession, they are now several years into their careers and earning supervisor, manager and leadership roles at agencies, corporations, brands and organizations of all sizes. The youngest members of Gen Z turn 11 in 2023.

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3 Trends for Comms Pros to Watch 1 Month Into 2024

PRSay

Communications trends that emerged in 2023 promise to gain further momentum as 2024 continues. In 2023, powerful campaigns strengthened PR’s ability to improve brand reputation and influence, while also strengthening customer adoption and loyalty. Here are a few predictions that PR pros should take note of as we enter February.

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