Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Authentic storytelling continued to excel “For PR, authentic storytelling will continue to excel as consumers seek honest, genuine experiences and solutions. The prevalence of AI will increase but best, consumers and journalists will come to expect it, along the lines of having eco-friendly packaging.

Writing 211

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 211

Cision

OCTOBER 6, 2016

It’s not news that social media has taken the business world by storm, changing the way consumers research their purchases and creating an unprecedented opportunity for brands to build one-to-one relationships with their brand’s biggest fans. In PR, paid media is social media advertising, sponsored content, and email marketing.

Media Relations 331

Media Relations Newspapers Measurement Social Media 331

5W PR

MARCH 8, 2025

Write your “About” section in first person, sharing your journey and philosophy as a speaker. Consider writing LinkedIn articles about industry trends or speaking techniques. Write blog posts that expand on your keynote themes. Start with a compelling headline that states your expertise and value proposition.

Branding 78

Branding Brand LinkedIn Case Study 78

PR Fuel

AUGUST 12, 2021

Press release writing can help you gain media coverage. You don’t have to learn how to write a press release alone! Instead, consider these 10 benefits of requesting press release writing services. Instead, consider these 10 benefits of requesting press release writing services. Write for Your Audience.

Writing 106

Writing SEO Pitching Engineering 106

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 21, 2025

I find fiction reading really improves my writing because, in the course of being entertained, Im consuming examples of how published authors describe abstract concepts. Most of the social media platforms have courses you can take on their advertising products. I do carve out a little time to read books at night.

Google 156

Google Course Survey YouTube 156

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. Examples are all around us.

Insurance 204

Insurance Insurance Advertising Advertising 204

Cision

JUNE 29, 2017

There’s no doubt the way we consume stories has changed. 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. Who saw it? Be emotive.

Storytelling 0

Storytelling Data Communications Technology 0

PRSay

MARCH 11, 2019

In their annual analysis of trends in business and communications, the10company sees 2019 as a year of influence for employees and consumers. Whether you are an impassioned employee or a socially conscious consumer, internal and external audiences are making their voices heard as never before.”

Trends 151

Trends Communications Employee Enterprise 151

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

However, like media industries worldwide, the French media landscape faces challenges such as declining advertising revenue, digital disruption, and changes in consumer behavior. French journalists do not talk or write about the same company every other day. Essentially, we know how to successfully place our clients’ stories.

Marketing 90

Marketing Pinterest Radio Instagram 90

Polaris

DECEMBER 2, 2014

Marketers around the world are embracing this concept, planning and writing content at an unprecedented pace. They make money by attracting advertisers, who pay to reach the publication’s audience. I used to combine my blog planning with my writing. and then I’d write it. and attracting new ones.

Blogging 186

Blogging eBook How To Writing 186

Polaris

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

On the other hand, independent bloggers rely on advertising and sponsors to make a living. Journalists have editors overseeing their work, correcting their typos or awkward language and often writing their headlines. Most of them have published rate cards outlining their expectations for a product review or giveaway.

Media Relations 232

Media Relations Marketing Media Fashion 232

Cision

JUNE 6, 2017

This chart demonstrates the power of shared content…even when it’s “consumer opinions” coming from strangers: This suggests that we need to deeply understand who is sharing our content, where they are sharing it, and why—and then get them to do more of it! It comes from the transmission of content. 19 percent were piloting a program.

Marketing 239

Marketing Television Handbook Web 239

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 12, 2018

I had the privilege of writing for his Maximize Social Business blog for three years, and have also spoken at several of his Social Tool Summit conferences. And I’m sure they’re doing more advertising on Instagram as well. I’m writing a book on influencer marketing so part of it is R&D. Absolutely! Absolutely!

Instagram 214

Instagram B2C YouTube Facebook 214

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Let’s face it, an agency search is arduous and time-consuming for both sides. It also provides opportunity for those just starting out in the business to flex their writing muscles. But PR is not a substitute for advertising. But our list has more to do with ideas we feel will elevate the industry as a whole.

SEO 200

SEO Pitching Agency Exercises 200

Cision

JUNE 15, 2017

In general, PR is having a more profound impact on overall marketing initiatives and has come of age, much like Hispanic consumers. PR measurement and Hispanic consumer sentiment models have evolved and can be layered to quantify sales impact. Nothing is out of your reach, but you need strategy, drive and commitment. Short Response: 1.

Automotive 245

Automotive Resources Consumer Course 245

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

I believe when people write predictions, they aren’t just saying what they think will happen but revealing a reflection of sorts. So, my prediction for 2022 is that those PR practitioners with stand-out skills like stellar writing ability and a proven track record of success will have unlimited career opportunities. Fast-vertising.

Marketing 216

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 216

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. More recently, fake news has laid the groundwork for a new-found trust in advertising. 1) In advertising, we trust. PR is less expensive than advertising.

Advertising 66

Advertising Advertising Print Study 66

Mindful Marketing

OCTOBER 9, 2022

An errant slider didn’t fly through their screens; rather, they were beaned by a very unconventional advertising curve. About a week ago, before a Consumer Behavior class, one of my students asked, “Dr. Realistically, however, such advertising overflow is unlikely to occur. Still, many marketers find it fascinating.

Consumer 81

Consumer Marketing Television Viral 81

PR Fuel

DECEMBER 25, 2020

Writing a company boilerplate is important to consumer education, advertising, promotion, and branding. In the following article, we’re going to give you the keys to writing great copy for yours. And while you’re here, check out our tips for how to write a great press release.

Writing 83

Writing Company How To Apparel 83

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

Business Wire

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

This means consumers will see less of an organization's content, and brands will have fewer opportunities to build deeper relationships with their customers. Write social messaging and share it with your internal teams. However, there are still ways brands can get their content into the Facebook newsfeed. Implementation Tip!

Facebook 181

Facebook Community Advertising Advertising 181

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2017

Writing is thinking, but more than that its the application of thinking; it transforms a passive activity into an active one. Paid media and advertising statistics. 9) Even advertisers want to invest in PR. 82% of consumers stopped doing business after a bad experience.”. Paid Media and Advertising Statistics.

Content Marketing 140

Content Marketing Social Media SEO Publicity 140

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 1, 2020

1) Statistics on the Super Bowl audience and advertising. Marketing Charts published a piece – Super Bowl 2020 Data – summarizing advertising research about the Super Bowl from Kantar and the National Retail Foundation , among others. What does an advertisement in this year’s Super Bowl (54) cost?

Sports 117

Sports Advertising Advertising Survey 117

PRSay

JUNE 15, 2022

We’re a growing electorate, consumer base and employee bloc. No: Continuing to write checks to anti-LGBTQ political leaders and causes while claiming to “support” the LGBTQ community. No: Writing a check to an LGBTQ cause or organization once per year or only issuing one positive statement during Pride Month.

Policies 166

Policies Community Corporate Enterprise 166

Cision

JUNE 20, 2016

Well, the majority ( 92 percent ) of consumers trust their peers over branded content for recommendations. In fact, word-of-mouth has been found to be 62 times more effective than traditional advertising. With a multitude of channels to publish and spread your messages on, why is it so hard to reach and impact your audience?

Media 180

Media Social Media Advertising Advertising 180

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 7, 2019

As opposed to paying for advertising, PR pros earn media coverage by pitching stories reporters want to write, and readers want to see. In the weeds – Particularly in the world of high-tech PR, it is easy to get trapped deep in the details when writing PR content like a byline, white paper, or a media pitch.

Agency 192

Agency International Internal Pitching 192

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

Beyond goal-setting and drafting a plan, the work involved in writing materials suitable for media, researching and studying appropriate journalists, and shaping a pitch is specialized and demanding. Myth #2: PR is free advertising. Advertising, on the other hand, can be completely controlled in terms of content and placement.

Advertising 147

Advertising Advertising Pitching B2B 147

Flack's Revenge

JANUARY 10, 2019

Frank: This question implies that we are writing the epitaph on social media platforms and I don’t think that’s true. Despite all of the controversy around Facebook this year, usage levels are still extraordinarily high and marketers are still finding it to be a very effective advertising channel. Neal: Absolutely! Further Reading.

How To 159

How To Facebook Social Media Advertising 159

5W PR

MARCH 13, 2024

Paid advertising Paid advertising can boost organic reach in travel marketing campaigns. Write impactful press releases and engage with relevant travel publications and blogs to make the most of these audiences. By ranking organically, destinations can guide potential travelers directly to their shores.

Travel 78

Travel Consumer Strategy Transportation 78

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 11, 2018

I have been writing about issues challenging social media and digital communications, and speaking with thought leaders on the topic. Finally, you probably need to bring some budget for social media advertising and time to experiment with paid media techniques. What comes after social media? As the old adage goes, trust, but verify.

Social Media 149

Social Media Marketing Media Facebook 149

Critical Mention

JANUARY 9, 2019

Reaching out to people that are more likely to be receptive to your brand is more cost efficient, less time consuming and more sustainable in the long run. Rise of native advertising. In a 2017 report , 54 percent of companies were using native advertising , and 38 percent were likely to do so in the future. SCHEDULE A DEMO.

Trends 108

Trends Marketing Mobile YouTube 108

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Hunter PR is a wonderful strategic and creative communications partner that helps brands by creating strategic programming, content and relationships that foster consumer attention to brands. Several popular topics covered in their news & views section of their site are advertising, digital, diverse, creative and awards news.

Public Affairs 172

Public Affairs Creativity Nonprofit Radio 172

Contently - Strategy

APRIL 14, 2021

In early March 2021, Google announced plans to phase out third-party cookies by 2022, sending the targeted advertising industry into a tailspin. For consumers, this means those sneakers are less likely to stalk you around the internet just because you browsed Zappos one time. For brands, however, it means a paradigm shift.

Privacy 102

Privacy Google Advertising Advertising 102

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2019

We can measure the initial impacts of marketing and advertising efforts almost immediately, but that doesn’t mean we should. But it’s not advertising, and it’s not ‘influencer marketing’ in the Kardashian style. Podcast advertising revenue will exceed $1 billion in 2020. 5) Marketers will slow down.

Marketing 127

Marketing Content Marketing Advertising Advertising 127

Cision

DECEMBER 12, 2015

It may be time to say out with the old (traditional TV advertising) and in with the new (brand journalism). Brand journalism is found to be 92 percent more effective at increasing awareness and 168 percent more powerful when it comes to driving consumers to the buy button. Why Are You Writing? For Whom Are You Writing?

Journalism 120

Journalism Branding Brand Writing 120

PRSay

JUNE 16, 2023

In public relations, generative AI has the potential to automate routine tasks such as writing press releases, social media posts and email pitches, thus allowing practitioners to focus on strategic, big-picture work. Generative AI is being used in industries such as entertainment and advertising to create personalized content for audiences.

Technology 146

Technology Crisis Management Social Media Training 146

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

And, given the vast amount of time I pour into writing about PR technology , I’m really pleased with the long list of contributions from the PR technology vendor community. They enable consumer brand marketers to connect with influencers who have large followings on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, in a straightforward transactional manner.

Marketing 212

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 212