Cision

JUNE 29, 2017

Paid media will make that data easily available otherwise you will take your advertising dollars elsewhere. You can be more human in your writing by leveraging the behavioral and demographic information you already have about your target audience. Or, do you have a conflicting point-of-view worth writing about? Who saw it?

Storytelling 0

Storytelling Data Communications Technology 0

Shift Communications

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

It’s all too easy to write about yourself and your company in a favorable light– it’s your blog after all. Check your social networks and Google Analytics. Google Analytics can provide demographic and location data about your site visitors. Content creation can be one of the hardest things to plan when you first begin blogging.

Blogging 161

Blogging How To SEO Analytics 161

Flack's Revenge

JULY 11, 2018

Most who are familiar with the concept of a Big Idea know it from the world of advertising. PR is not as well-known as advertising or associated with glitzy pitches or Mad Men style theatrics. The phrase has specific meaning in advertising – and PR too, as we’ll learn. But they are now more important than ever.

Insurance 204

Insurance Insurance Advertising Advertising 204

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 13, 2020

The most effective blogs in B2B marketing tend to publish longer posts, more frequently, with visuals, paid distribution and analytical measurement Blogging doesn’t have the appeal that voice search, personalization or influencer marketing do in B2B marketing, but when it’s done right, it’s surely effective, according to a new study.

B2B 169

B2B Study Blogging Survey 169

Cision

JANUARY 3, 2018

Executives who approve budgets may be less inclined to do so if marketing teams can’t justify the increased spend on things like content marketing and earned media outreach with concrete numbers and analytics. So what’s the solution? Know that there are tools that solve the content and earned media measurement challenge.

Measurement 225

Measurement Tools eBook Content Marketing 225

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 5, 2017

It’s interesting to me that the digital world is still very different than the traditional when it comes to revealing what is “advertising” and what is “news.” I think the regulations that are emerging are good but more needs to be done to distinguish native advertising from news.

Pitching 174

Pitching Journalism Video Advertising 174

PRSay

MARCH 11, 2019

The ways companies and leaders behave — or misbehave — have made major headlines in an unprecedented fashion this past year,” they write. Writes thecompany10, “CEOs and boards are deepening their understanding that culture matters, and bad culture can destroy enterprises, even those with strong revenues and profits.”

Trends 151

Trends Communications Employee Enterprise 151

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 19, 2021

So, I started tracking the community and publishing three different writing series on PR technology ( PR Tech Sums , PR Tech Briefing s, and Product Reviews ). In media relations , you are constantly on the hunt for reporters and influencers writing about your industry. Integration with Google Analytics for referrals.

Technology 173

Technology Publicity Software Pitching 173

Communications Conversations

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Here are top 5 “skills” that I believe are most valuable for social media managers: * Advertising. Social media managers will need to be able to write on the fly with accuracy and the ability to distill down complex ideas. Analytical mind and basic knowledge of digital marketing landscape. Canva/design. Community management.

Social Media 174

Social Media Media Analytics Data 174

Cision

JUNE 6, 2017

In an era where paid advertising access to consumers on television, radio, and print is drying up, influence marketing may become a primary source of consumer connection. The celebrity: Not long ago, to be a celebrity, you had to write a book, star in a television show or movie, or launch a record. 19 percent were piloting a program.

Marketing 239

Marketing Television Handbook Web 239

Deirdre Breakenridge

JULY 9, 2018

If you have to write a research report, how could that research help your client’s business? If you are taking a social media class that talks about paid advertising, ask your teacher where you should go to learn more about advertising. Pick an organization you are interested in, even if your teacher does not tell you to.

Social Media 150

Social Media Media Case Study Analytics 150

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 3, 2017

To improve writing. Learn what not to write. We love the Grammarly Blog because of the depth and breadth of writing insights it holds. ” Use Grammarly to craft smarter social media posts and business memos as well as take interesting quizzes to determine how understandable a piece of writing may be. Bad Pitch Blog.

Blogging 159

Blogging Pitching Fashion Sports 159

Deirdre Breakenridge

FEBRUARY 25, 2016

Be afraid that what you offer as a professional isn’t as important as other aspects of the marketing function (did someone say advertising, digital, social?). Write masturbatory press releases for the express purpose of making some key executive happy because (s)he likes the sound of her own voice or likes to see his name in quotes.

Wireless 150

Wireless Analytics Data Advertising 150

The Proactive Report

APRIL 7, 2022

It’s time to supplement your skills by adapting your writing for the web, learning how to create high quality content, understanding search engine optimization and why it’s important for PR as well as marketing. Social advertising is a skill PR and marketing pros need to master.

Survey 147

Survey LinkedIn Engineering Web 147

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 17, 2016

Web analytics have played a pivotal role in the advancement of measurement. Just as the content management systems have made it easier to create and publish, web analytics platforms have made it easier to measure and report. Perhaps even, the people behind the platforms that provide analytics, see a misguided incentive for inflation.

Analytics 60

Analytics Data Report Measurement 60

Sword and the Script

MAY 11, 2019

Atlanta-based ARPR compiled a combination of web analytics and survey data – from 115 tech sales professionals – to produce the report. Consider your audience – you know them better than anyone else – and write quality announcements about the things your company does that matter to them. emphasis added].

Study 162

Study Media Relations Media B2B 162

Cision

JUNE 6, 2016

Business restrictive – intended to promote advertising spend by limiting free promotion on the platform, sometimes at the expense of user experience. Of course, Instagram has an interesting challenge because it is exclusively visual content with various degrees of context (writing and hashtags). API Change/Third-Party Tools.

Instagram 84

Instagram Handbook Mobile Facebook 84

Onclusive

JUNE 14, 2017

Marketing and advertising teams A/B test ad copy to see which messages resonate the most with their customers. Many of the insights Riggs discovered were due to his use of PR analytics and measuring the nuts and bolts of PR campaign success. Marketing Goal 1: Gain a better understanding of which messages are resonating.

Marketing 170

Marketing Measurement Trends Web 170

PRSay

JANUARY 3, 2018

Digital storytelling, social listening and native advertising will all dramatically increase in significance as well, even as blogs maintain an important role in disseminating information. The magic of AI will not be the only major change affecting the PR profession.

Publicity 167

Publicity Social Media Television Big Data 167

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

For example, The Wall Street Journal reported McDonald’s has created a loyalty program and advertised a series of combo meals that were backed by top artists such as Travis Scott, BTS and Saweetie to increase sales and attract more customers. Know Your Audience. Priscilla Osorio. Senior Marketing Manager, Critical Mention.

Branding 126

Branding Brand Storytelling Analytics 126

Cision

APRIL 18, 2016

E-Commerce/Advertising Improvements – Changes that give businesses opportunities to spend more money on Facebook as an advertising and eCommerce platform. Analytics Improvements – Changes that give communication pros and marketers better information on Facebook interactions and customer segments. Shared Media.

Facebook 0

Facebook Mobile Analytics Advertising 0

Cision

JULY 26, 2016

In this interview, David discusses the importance of good writing skills, how technology has transformed the industry and how to stand out in today’s crowded marketplace. PR, social media, digital and marketing will continue to overlap, and the line between editorial and advertising will also continue to evolve.

Writing 120

Writing Engineering Journalism Analytics 120

Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

The PRTech ecosystem only included a small swarm of companies when we first started AirPR, and now it spans more than 80 , including things like corporate newsroom publishing platforms (Pressvine), visual storytelling tools (Canva), and measurement and analytics tools (what we do). Is PRTech finally in the same ballgame as MarTech or AdTech?

Data-Driven PR 150

Data-Driven PR Strategy Data Measurement 150

The Proactive Report

OCTOBER 12, 2015

Site Optimization : There is a lot more to this now than just keyword research and writing good content. Instead of spending time, talent, and treasure on automated systems, advertising, link-buying, and savvy inbound marketing programs, concentrate on generating community engagement. It’s worth it! You need to start now.

SEO 100

SEO Google Pinterest LinkedIn 100

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. Analytics – open rates and response rates – which is useful to know if a reporter even saw you pitch. Where does the time go?

Analytics 82

Analytics Report Technology Pitching 82

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 23, 2019

Of that segment of respondents, 72% use paid social media channels; 66% use sponsorships; 61% use pay-per-click advertising. Year after year this survey shows that successful content marketing programs are resourced appropriately, have a documented content strategy, put their audience needs first, and measure real results with analytics.

Content Marketing 144

Content Marketing Study Blogging Marketing 144

PR Fuel

MARCH 21, 2021

So you’ve been spending a ton of time writing press releases, but you haven’t been hearing back from any outlets saying they want to use your piece. It’s always better to create your own content, as it will give the reader extra insight into your company and shows the effort you put into this piece of writing.

How To 105

How To Analytics Writing Guidelines 105

Sword and the Script

MARCH 1, 2022

One thing that separates PR, and specifically media relations, from marketing and advertising is third-party validation: there’s nothing you can say about yourself that’s as powerful as someone else saying it about you. Old fashioned press releases and advertising can lead to bona fide editorial coverage. Million and Eyes the U.S.

Software 150

Software Case Study Advertising Advertising 150

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

These individuals may be behind-the-scenes, the better for them to tackle topics from multimedia advertising sales tools to cutting-edge email marketing. While the deadlines aren’t always so tight, the position typically requires strong research skills, focus, and a sharp, analytical mind. A digital/social media star.

Agency 136

Agency Analytics Creativity Social Media 136

Critical Mention

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

In fact, according to Buxton Customer Analytics, by 2020 millennials (ages 20-36) are projected to have a spending power of 1.4 “Ninety percent of millennials think direct mail advertising is reliable.” ” The answer is simple: it boils down to over-saturation of online advertising via social media.

Advertising 84

Advertising Advertising Privacy Analytics 84

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

It has made several new product announcements in the last 12 months or so, including integrations to Microsoft Office 365 , an enterprise search tool and analytics that strives to “correlate [employee] engagement to feedback trends and business performance.”

Internal 148

Internal International Tools Software 148

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

Social media sites dislike external links because it takes people away from the platform which disrupts the advertising business model. Typically, when I write a post like this, I catch a flack that says the whole world is on social media and you have to go where the audience exists. Social Media Sites Discourage External Links.

Social Media 131

Social Media Branding Brand Media 131

Sword and the Script

JUNE 13, 2023

Takeaway: Journalists are checking to see what’s hot with readers and writing more of that. While you don’t have access to their analytics, you still can observe the overall trends. Research, read, be active in the respective community and write compelling pitches. When you pitch a story, you need to be credible too.

Journalism 147

Journalism Media Relations Report Media 147

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 23, 2017

Then see what the analytics show. For example, although we sometimes attract more views on LinkedIn by sharing our posts via the “Write an article” function vs. “Share an update,” experts are divided on whether publishing as an article violates the duplicate content rule and adversely affects SEO.

Blogging 136

Blogging Airlines Analytics Facebook 136

PR Fuel

OCTOBER 14, 2022

It’s also important to pitch stories and ideas to the media whenever your business is having a special sale, event, or advertising campaign. This type of PR event is great for word-of-mouth advertising for your business. Learn How to Write a Great Press Release. Help Out With a Charity or Non-profit.

Small Business 102

Small Business Community Local Social Media 102

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Clients now expect PR people to also be search experts, content experts, working knowledge of Google Analytics, knowledge of all sorts of tracking tools to measure effectiveness, while filming, producing, and editing video and managing multiple social media accounts.”. Analytics and ROI. Additional duties. More internal comms.

Communications 149

Communications Crisis International Internal 149

Mindful Marketing

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

With marketing and PR firms increasingly turning to AI to create images and write content, I shouldn’t have been surprised when a friend who reads my writing made a request of ChatGPT that hit close to home: He asked the bot to write a Mindful Marketing article. But how mindful are they in their advertising?

Ethics 96

Ethics Advertising Advertising Analysis 96