Cision

OCTOBER 5, 2016

As frequently as marketing changes, it’s important to stay ahead of the curve as much as possible. Here are three marketing trends you need to be aware of as we head into the final quarter of the year. Livestreaming is Changing How We Consume Video. These are just a few of the recent changes in the marketing realm.

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Shift Communications

OCTOBER 9, 2014

Content marketing isn’t a panacea. More important, however, is that content marketing can hit diminishing returns very quickly, in a phenomenon first described by marketing expert Mark W. Earlier this year, Mark Schaefer proposed the idea of what he calls content shock. Are we talking to the right audience?

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2017

Those categories are: Content marketing statistics. Social media marketing statistics. Paid media and advertising statistics. Marketing measurement statistics. Search marketing and SEO statistics. Content Marketing Statistics. 2) Content marketing supports lead nurturing.

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Cision

MAY 19, 2015

This post was inspired by our free “ Outside-The-Box Content Marketing for PR ” white paper. Not long ago, we had a blog post that described five outside-the-box content marketing ideas. Want even more content marketing tips? Native Advertising.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

For anyone who works in public relations, content still reigns supreme. An effective content marketing calendar will complement a PR campaign to help differentiate a brand and generate business growth. Sponsored content is often confused with native advertising , but it’s actually a subset of it. Authenticity.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 21, 2020

It’s enough already, say consumers. A widely reported survey of 7000 consumers by Mitto suggests that a hefty chunk of the public is ready for brands to change the channel. A widely reported survey of 7000 consumers by Mitto suggests that a hefty chunk of the public is ready for brands to change the channel. As the U.S.

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Contently - Strategy

AUGUST 19, 2020

A long-term relationship (such as influencers working with you on an affiliate basis, where they receive a commission for referrals) helps establish more trust than just a one-off advertisement. Whether they’re ordering takeout from a new restaurant or buying a new laptop, consumers value online reviews. Providing real reviews.

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Cision

APRIL 20, 2015

If you’re developing digital content in any capacity, you’ve probably run across some of the following advice: Develop a content strategy. Write “good” content. You could develop content to entertain and never sell, but what if people really want to buy from you? Entertain, don’t sell.

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

A survey by Spiceworks Ziff Davis found B2B tech marketing prospects say they consume 11 or more piece of vendor content Pieces of content. There are unpolished phrases the marketing community kicks around to describe the outsized role content marketing has in the sales cycle. Consumption.

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ReimaginePR

JULY 11, 2016

You may assume that creating a similar content marketing strategy will be too complicated for your business to handle. After all, when you try to create content, it probably seems to take forever as you fall further down the never-ending rabbit hole of ideas, tasks, and social media updates. content marketing strategy.

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Onclusive

JUNE 24, 2020

In our last blog , we shared some insights on consumer behavior with the media. Research shows that both paid and traditional media are becoming less trusted, and therefore less effective, owned media has become a critical cornerstone of the marketing mix. Measure and improve.

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Journalistics

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Brands have never cared more about content marketing. It is the hot topic for 2013, as brands look to leverage great content to expand their reach, drive more engagement or improve their search engine rankings – to name a few. Before we called it content marketing, we called it marketing communications.

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Onclusive

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

After 10 years as a journalist I went to the other side … I became a spokesperson for the City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection, which allowed me to continue working with the media and tell good stories. AirPR: With PR as a focus, you have included marketing and advertising into your agency.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 9, 2015

The biggest challenge is that we are moving from an industry that could create one amazing commercial to reach consumers to an ecosystem with a diversified channel structure,” according to Mike Scafidi , marketing operations with PepsiCo. Yet the paper also surfaces the underlying driver of the shift to content marketing.

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PR 20/20

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

As content marketing continues to evolve, businesses across the globe have adopted it at a rapid pace. So what’s predicted to become of content marketing this year? Forbes ( @Forbes ) describes content marketing as a digital trend that is evolving fast , which means companies must jump on the bandwagon ASAP.

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Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Do I also find their popularity ethically dubious in the face of our ever-growing consumer waste? No, I’m obsessed with them because they are a prime example of user-generated content finding its organic audience. It reads more like a subreddit than a content marketing hub — and that’s why it works. The result?

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 1, 2017

Use PR to build a brand and advertising to defend it. The point of that philosophy used to be that, while you can build a brand with advertising, it’s very expensive. But marketing is anything but stagnant. More recently, fake news has laid the groundwork for a new-found trust in advertising. 1) In advertising, we trust.

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Buchanan PR

MAY 23, 2024

Whether called sponsored content, branded content, paid promotion or simply #ad buried in a sea of 20 other hashtags, it’s getting harder and harder to sort fact from fiction when consuming content online. We identified three key tactics to uncover branded content on the internet. What is branded content?

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Prohibition

JULY 14, 2017

Consider the changing shape of the comms industry, and you will undoubtedly come across the phrase ‘content marketing’. Content has become the ‘buzz word’ for the industry – whether you specialise in SEO, digital marketing or indeed more traditional avenues such as online advertising and PR. Well yes and no.

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5W PR

MAY 17, 2024

As consumers gravitate more towards adventure, escape, and a bond with nature, outdoor brands face the challenge of distinguishing themselves in a bustling marketplace. Fostering brand recognition In a world teeming with marketing tactics, brand recognition stands paramount. Herein lies the indispensable role of public relations.

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5W PR

MARCH 29, 2024

For brands to truly shine and win consumer trust, they need a strategic game plan. Consumers are more prone to trust this kind of information, viewing it as unbiased compared to in-your-face advertising. Digital PR Harnessing online channels like social media engagement, content marketing, and influencer outreach is key.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) initiatives will be incredibly important, but when the next crisis hits, consumers will be reminded to look back on major brands that only paid the topic lip service. Eventually, and thankfully, DEI will be expected and not a marketing point. Bill Byrne , Managing Director, Remedy PR .

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 30, 2024

He wrote it up in a paper published online titled, Advertising effectiveness and the 95-5 rule: most B2B buyers are not in the market right now. From the summary: “It might surprise you to learn that up to 95% of business clients are not in the market for many goods and services at any one time. I couldn’t agree more. >>>

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Regular readers know I bought into the concept of “ content marketing ” many years ago. It was in effect the coining of a term that characterized a strategy my team and I was already working on across traditional PR, digital marketing and social media. 3 Studies that Challenge Marketing Assumptions.

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

B2B marketing should take a little slice of the display ad budget and invest in media relations, genuine content marketing (not marketing content) and paid distribution of related assets from both . Benchmarking CTR data for consumer display ads on Google range from an abysmal.09% billion by 2024.”.

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Buzzstream

MARCH 3, 2020

To really bring the podcasting trend into perspective, a recent study from Statista found that, in 2006, only 22% of consumers knew what a podcast was, but by 2019 over 64% of consumers were aware of podcasting. You’ll extend your reach to highly engaged audiences . Podcasts have built-in audiences of active listeners. Conclusion.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 30, 2023

And a widely recognized brand tends to garner more trust, leading to more favourable opinions and a heightened perceived value for consumers and stakeholders. Whether it’s social media, advertising campaigns, or customer service interactions, the brand’s voice, tone, and messaging should remain cohesive.

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5W PR

APRIL 21, 2023

User-generated content (UGC) is created by consumers, not companies or brands. It can take the form of text, photos, videos, and other content shared online. What is User-Generated Content? User-generated content is created by consumers, not brands. Why is User-Generated Content Important?

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Cision

OCTOBER 4, 2017

This post, however, is aimed to put visual content on the pedestal. As you look through an interrogative lens — analyzing brands, consumers and the media’s relationship with multimedia, it’s easy to see that visual content is the engine that steers the narrative. Visual Content Impacts Your Performance. About Seth Gilpin.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Earlier this year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) unveiled fresh guidelines aimed at regulating endorsements and testimonials in marketing and advertising, particularly in the multi-billion dollar social media influencer industry. Advertisers bear the weight of ensuring that endorsements are honest and backed by evidence.

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Sword and the Script

JULY 16, 2016

Here are three data intensive and thought-provoking pieces on B2B content marketing. 1) B2B Marketers Struggle with Effective Content Marketing. Content marketing continues to grow as a trend. Also see: B2B Solved the Biggest Content Marketing Challenge Yesterday .

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5W PR

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

With consumers engaging across multiple platforms, integrating digital media planning has become essential for creating a seamless and impactful brand experience. This approach aims to provide consistent messaging, optimize resource allocation, and enhance customer experiences across the entire consumer journey.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2019

5) Marketers will slow down. The Internet moves at breakneck speed, but that doesn’t mean that we as marketers have to do the same. We can measure the initial impacts of marketing and advertising efforts almost immediately, but that doesn’t mean we should. 7) Larger investments in SDRs and product marketing.

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Sword and the Script

JULY 9, 2016

But one thing that hasn’t changed in nearly 20 years is the way we consume content online. If they aren’t, contact us today to learn how the Atlanta-based PR agency, Sword and the Script Media, LLC can bring big thinking along with seven possible services including PR and content marketing that deliver results.

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PR 20/20

OCTOBER 14, 2015

Content marketing has drastically altered the consumer-to-brand connection—from in-your-face advertising to a mutually beneficial relationship. According to the newly released CMI 2016 B2B Content Marketing Research Report , 88% of organizations use content marketing.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MARCH 12, 2024

A clear and consistent brand builds your reputation in the minds of consumers and helps you stand out from the competition. It offers a cost-effective way to connect with consumers and pull people towards your sales funnel. This will help you win over tech-savvy consumers who are typically dedicated social media users themselves.

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5W PR

JUNE 27, 2022

In the last couple of years, the tools and software in the advertising industry have been rapidly evolving to the point where companies can now utilize a large number of platforms to create highly targeted ad campaigns that are completely automated. Consumer Focused.

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