ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

In B2B PR , earned media and content naturally go together — or at least, they should. There’s often the opportunity to package existing internal data, which can offer an opportunity for PR teams to convey expertise or make news. Relevant content can support SEO and even lead generation. Short-form content.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Yet corporate PR officers also fall victim to inflated or impractical expectations when their internal clients don’t understand what’s possible. Fortunately, most collaborative ideas can be successful, — with research, work, and creativity. With this, my mind is fresh everyday to think creatively for clients.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 13, 2020

With that in mind, here are some of the key building blocks of a successful collaborative relationship between a company and their PR agency or internal team. All kinds of assets – from marketing archives to verbal briefings – are helpful for shaping a story, especially for a B2B company. Share as many assets as possible .

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 11, 2020

Whether it’s ad tech or cybersecurity , B2B news is generally underpinned by data. Yet, despite B2B companies often having unique access to insightful information, data is often underused when it comes to PR program planning and earned media outreach. Use internal insights for leadership content.

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Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

That’s according to a new report by a creative consulting shop called Prophet. The sample was about evenly split between B2B and B2C. The company polled 300 marketers North American marketers with annual budgets of $10 million or more – and then conducted qualitative interviews with 30 of them.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 18, 2021

Guest post by Crenshaw Communications intern, Jordan Farbowitz . As many PR agency teams know, our work can be highly specialized, particularly in B2B public relations. Or, if you want to keep tabs on the latest campaigns and creative, check out the Hot Spots column. . AdExchanger.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Every year I read and write about dozens of reports on B2B marketing and PR. Trusted sources of B2B information. What sources of information do B2B buyers trust? Read more: “Skepticism” is the “New Normal;” Survey Finds B2B Tech Has Trust Issues. B2B prospects want published pricing. Start there at first.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 29, 2022

As B2B PR pros, we’re always looking for creative ways to tell a story. Don’t be afraid to be honest with a client or your internal team about the status of a given pitch or initiative. Communicate with stakeholders . Our jobs are based around communication.

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The Resolution Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Marketing in the Business to Business (B2B) world is a completely different beast to that in the consumer industry. B2Bs are faced with marketing products to their audience’s “work” personas and gain company buy in. just a bit boring. But this is changing. In total, less than $80,000 was spent on ads. Key Takeaway?—?Don’t

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 23, 2022

“Deep dive” onboarding sessions with product teams, comms teams and other internal client stakeholders provide the next-level specifics that help build detail and substance for the PR plan. Moreover, it allows agency teams to expand their knowledge around particular categories that lead to creative pitch ideas.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 20, 2020

Additionally, pulling data internally can be a great way to keep the company involved in the news and add value to those who report on the current news cycles. . Think outside the B2B box. Weshould get creative with tactics. Just as with targeted advertising, data is the holy grail of ad tech PR.

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 19, 2022

A survey of 2,500 journalists finds Twitter is still their favorite social media network – here are time tested PR tips for B2B to earn some traction on the platform. For many B2B companies it’s a drizzle of promotional links – not a story ideas – with very little engagement. Get creative. Not the best way to make an impression.

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Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Creativity and risky marketing efforts don’t always find receptive purse strings in B2B, but it could well be the only thing left in “a sea of sameness.”. The Smell of Popcorn with a B2B Movie. Repurpose Your Best B2B Content. See these related posts: How B2B Marketing Can Get More out of Trade Shows.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 11, 2020

For B2B clients like those we represent, it can include the topics and suggested resources for bylined articles, blog posts, social media posts, digital video, and longer-form content like white papers, among other elements. Refresh with formal creative sessions. In PR , a content calendar is a key part of any public relations plan.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 23, 2023

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 8, 2016

If part of your 2016 B2B PR planning is to invest in a top-notch PR firm , don’t go ahead without incorporating these eight key questions into your decision-making criteria. Can you offer an example of a creative strategy? Can you provide some recent, relevant case histories? Please describe your digital and social capabilities.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

A resource for high-level storytelling In technical industry sectors like B2B and ad tech/martech, it’s not always easy for an internal team to recognize the bigger story. An extension of internal PR and communications As a practical issue, many companies are restricted when it comes to head count.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

But there’s an overlooked bit of B2B tech that’s quietly poised to shake things up: the cloud. This allows brands to tailor their internal IT infrastructure to suit their own needs instead of relying on a one-size-fits-all solution that may not deliver the best results or given them the flexibility they are looking for.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

B2B marketing relooks brand marketing and awareness “The building of an actual pipeline doesn’t start with merely laying the pipe in the ground. Something similar has happened in B2B marketing over the last 20 years. So, more companies are chasing fewer in-market customers in B2B and doing so at the expense of brand.

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 16, 2021

About 65% of respondents come from B2B companies, including both product and services organizations. A client of mine produces an annual survey of creatives and marketers which had a similar finding in this area. It’s a little lower among B2B product companies at 10% – and a little higher among B2B services companies at 16%.

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Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 3, 2023

BuzzSumo edges into PR with journalist database for SMBs; Poppulo adds generative AI for internal comms; why don’t PR software vendors follow basic PR standard practices? Poppulo adds generative AI for internal comms Poppulo, which develops an internal comms platform called Harmony, said it embedded generative AI into its platform.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 18, 2022

The same is true for internal PR or communications teams as they begin a new campaign. It’s key to ensure each editor or producer on the list is aligned with the sector, relevant industry topics, or issues that can be addressed by SMEs (subject-matter experts), which is critical in B2B PR. Show your spirit.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 18, 2022

The same is true for internal PR or communications teams as they begin a new campaign. It’s key to ensure each editor or producer on the list is aligned with the sector, relevant industry topics, or issues that can be addressed by SMEs (subject-matter experts), which is critical in B2B PR. Show your spirit.

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Prohibition

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Prohibition has worked with a variety of B2B and B2C clients including Interflora, Kurt Gieger, Black Sheep, Barbour, Yorkshire Water, CEWE, Watches of Switzerland, The Light, Fentimans and many more. Proven communication skills to meet requirements of daily contact with client and internal departments and formal presentations.

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Cision

NOVEMBER 10, 2015

But B2B businesses aren’t changing the way they plan and shape their marketing strategy quickly enough, and are left feeling the effects of staying behind the times. In fact, 47 percent of B2B marketers close less than four percent of marketing-generated leads. Only 30 percent of B2B companies say their content marketing is effective.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 15, 2018

The advent of spring means that public relations people are devising creative ways to put a fresh spin on program activities as well as spruce up client relationships. Brands should review creative strategies, new product updates and budgets to ensure the current investment is appropriate to reach PR goals. Fashion trend insights?

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Onclusive

JUNE 14, 2017

They often go it alone without checking in with PR, instead leaning on the fact that they’re working with the creative team’s copywriter, and copywriters are all the extra “messaging expertise” the marketing team needs, right? Marketing and advertising teams A/B test ad copy to see which messages resonate the most with their customers.

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Sword and the Script

MAY 14, 2024

I think this number speaks volumes to the state of B2B marketing. >>> Sword and the Script Media can help with B2B marketing, PR and social media. CMOs are hiring – and maybe doing it creatively The CMOs that responded to this survey indicate they are hiring too. B2B product companies average a score of 5.1.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 15, 2017

While some PR firms boast comprehensive intern or entry-level programs, they may be short on actual PR practice and long on busy work. A chance to show creative flair. . We also encourage everyone – even interns – to write blog posts and try their hand at short videos for social sharing.

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Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

Our trades, our blogs, our internal strategy memos – have all devolved to tools, tips and techniques to drive a quick bump in whatever KPI is currently in fashion. Don’t miss these awesome posts: Attract, Convert, Retain, a B2B Marketing Roundup [UML]. The Advantages of Working with a Boutique PR Firm in B2B.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 15, 2017

They might be looking to join a large international company as the newest corporate communications hire, or want to break into PR at a nonprofit group. Like nearly any creative services business, a PR firm earns its keep nearly every day. I often speak to new graduates who ask advice about how to start their career.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 4, 2016

Whether you’re seeking a firm that excels in B2B technology PR, or an agency with international capabilities for consumer brands, consider these tips to help find the right agency for your needs. Look for relevant experience. This is an obvious first step, but it’s worth repeating. Use a simple RFP.

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 13, 2019

Statistics that stood out: With the exception of B2B product companies (7%), marketing budget growth slowed to 5% where it’s been ruining at 6% or better since August of 2016. B2B product companies spend 8.7% Generally, “B2B product companies outsource marketing at 2X the rate of other sectors.”. of the budget to 11.4%.

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The Hoffman Agency

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

A few years ago, this attitude would have been unthinkable – the office, the place where people used to work in a concentrated, creative and focused way, is now supposed to be a pure “networking place-to-be”? Of note is the growing presence of influencer marketing in the B2B sector, particularly in the technology industry.

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The Resolution Blog

MAY 24, 2017

How refusing to offer AVE’s led to two global AMEC awards and very happy clients On May 17th, 2017 AMEC announced the winners for their International Communication Effectiveness awards. We’ll let the AMEC judges tell you that: “We loved the creativity both in the execution, media mix and news hijacking. Congratulations!

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Prohibition

MARCH 26, 2024

The aim of the Creative Marketplace is to simplify the process of finding relevant creators for various types of collaborations. TikTok’s creative assistant TikTok have partnered up with Adobe Express to integrate the AI-powered TikTok Creative Assistant, directly into Adobe Express.

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Sword and the Script

JULY 24, 2018

In my experience doing this, and I’ve done it for a long time in many different B2B environments, here’s where things usually fall apart. Research shows B2B organizations spend an average of $150 for every email address they capture. Content marketing in B2B isn’t a benevolent exercise in goodwill. They wanted the white paper.

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