ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 21, 2021

The social media landscape is constantly evolving, and PR pros must stay in step with trends and tactics. 2021 saw emerging platforms that B2B brands were eyeing to for their marketing plans, and some may have been missteps. In fact, there are several social media approaches that should be reassessed as we enter 2022.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 15, 2020

The go-to social media platforms for B2B PR are probably LinkedIn and Twitter. But a too-narrow social focus for B2B leaves out at least one very powerful social channel – Instagram. . Instagram has more than one billion users , making it one of the most popular social media platforms.

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Agility PR Solutions

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Facebook and Instagram follow X and put more pressure on public relations teams Recent shifts toward reduced content monitoring on major social platforms like Facebook, X, and Instagram are poised to impact not only the general public, but also the business-to-business (B2B) technology sector.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 3, 2022

For our high-growth B2B tech and SaaS solution provider clients, conference speaking, exhibiting, and sponsoring represent crucial PR tactics for thought leadership visibility and business development. See our post on How Speaking Opportunities Support B2B Companies for insights on how much we and our clients value speaking opportunities.

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5W PR

JANUARY 24, 2025

Social media has fundamentally changed how brands connect with their audiences, shifting public relations from traditional press releases to real-time, multi-platform engagement. The most successful PR campaigns today integrate social media not just as a distribution channel, but as a core element of their communication strategy.

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Awario

APRIL 14, 2021

If your social networks are not effective, you need to analyze your recent activities carefully. In this article, you will find the list of common B2B social media marketing mistakes that all marketers sometimes make. Check if you make these mistakes and learn how to fix them.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 11, 2020

For most people social media is a great way to follow trending news, post food pictures and, most importantly, share memes. For PR and marketing folks, it’s a key part of business communications. Social media helps us and our clients connect to customers, drive web traffic, and even develop or convert leads.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 31, 2024

These ideas span marketing budgets, studies on tactics, and sadly, goodbye to a couple of beloved brands in marketing and PR This blog was started in 2009 as a tool for my own professional development. Consistency counts for a lot in many things, including marketing and communications. was changing my profession.

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5W PR

OCTOBER 14, 2024

In the fiercely competitive B2B technology landscape, distinguishing a company from the crowd is crucial for success. Through strategic PR leverage, B2B tech companies can differentiate themselves, attract customers, and position themselves as industry leaders. It also builds trust among potential customers.

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 29, 2023

Studies show B2B buyers are getting younger and want to engage with companies on social media; B2B marketers are finding social media supports both leads and revenue About one-third of respondents find new products and hear about brands for the first time on social media. in 2023.

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

58% spending more time researching products before making purchasing decisions; social media has become increasingly important in B2B marketing The consumerization of business technology is probably one of the biggest driving forces in the development of B2B software. FNAME|*) is just one piece of personalization.

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Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Warby Parker’s well-known campaign, encouraging users to show off their eyeglass options with the hashtag #warbyhometryon , was a great example of this, generating tens of thousands of organic social posts from real-life customers. But, you don’t need to share user-generated content on social media alone.

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

A renewed focus on customer relationships and B2B video content are among the most commonly cited aspects of marketing that those in the trenches say are yielding success B2B marketing has seen better economic times. She added, “The key is consistency, as with all marketing.” How does she know it’s working? “I

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 16, 2024

Those companies that are in the early stages of a startup building a product stand to gain “the greatest” valuation benefit from marketing About half (45%) of all B2B technology startups make no effort to market their products. Too many investors and founders recommend avoiding marketing during the early stages.

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 19, 2024

Much of the content B2B marketing produces overpromises and underdelivers – and that happens when we consider company needs before customers “Caring, when it comes to marketing, is respecting one’s time,” says Gary Vaynerchuk. “I Sword and the Script Media can help with B2B marketing, PR and social media.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 25, 2024

And that means maybe some of the struggles in B2B marketing, especially in tech, might be from the seeds of our own cultivation Does B2B marketing feel harder today? Yet there’s another pressure that’s pervasive across marketing. It’s become a pervasive premise of many debates in B2B marketing.

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

In the dynamic realm of B2B technology, where innovation drives progress and competition intensifies, public relations has become an essential component of success. From product launches to industry influence, PR plays a crucial role in crafting the narrative for B2B tech companies. 

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5W PR

JANUARY 13, 2025

In the dynamic world of B2B tech, where innovation reigns supreme, and competition is fierce, B2B PR has evolved beyond mere press releases and product announcements. From Self-Promotion to Insight-Driven Engagement The early days of B2B tech PR largely revolved around self-promotion.

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

In the competitive landscape of B2B tech, effective public relations can be a game-changer. Implementing these strategic PR tactics and continuously measuring and analyzing results can build credibility, foster trust, and drive business growth in the competitive B2B tech landscape.

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Sword and the Script

JULY 20, 2021

Some B2B tech companies, especially in early stages, are eager to make a splash in their respective markets. B2B tech companies are on the right track by investing in their marketing at launch, but in order for that marketing to be effective, they need to build a full content funnel for each stage of the buyer’s journey.

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Sword and the Script

JULY 30, 2024

News coverage fuels social media; but increasingly, social media fuels the news; shaping opinion on social media boils down to authenticity, experience and customer service More consumers trust social media for information than other conventional sources, including traditional news, business and government.

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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.

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 23, 2024

The two organizations teamed up to survey “sales and marketing executives at about 1,100 US software and cloud hosting companies.” Sword and the Script Media can help with B2B marketing, PR and social media. This is true inside and outside of marketing. We need to experiment with marketing too.

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Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 17, 2023

55% of B2B tech decision-makers look to B2B news outlets for information first, but placements have value across the whole buying lifecycle Last week I covered a survey finding B2B technology decision-makers give B2B marketing-generated content a letter grade of “D.” Need an extra pair of hands?

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Agility PR Solutions

JULY 31, 2022

Social media marketing is an absolute must for almost all businesses today. Even multinational B2B firms like UPS and Intel run TikTok and Instagram accounts that boast millions of followers and promote their brand image. But not all social media accounts are up to scratch.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Among PR teams, LinkedIn is the go-to social media platform for B2B executives for driving positive visibility and thought leadership. Experienced marketing consultant who helps nonprofits obtain funding” is better than “Director of Marketing” or, worse, “Nonprofit Marketing Guru” . Consistency is key.

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Contently - Strategy

AUGUST 21, 2024

Ah, the ever-changing world of social media engagement—a digital marketer’s playground and puzzle all in one. With platforms constantly tweaking their algorithms, understanding the best days and times to post on social media has become both an art and a science. Wondering when to post on social media?

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 3, 2024

If differentiation is crucial to marketing communications, then saying the same thing is the opposite of what we need. That landed with me because most of my paid work is anuran B2B SaaS and software. It recently published a case study with the CCGroup , which is a B2B tech PR agency out of London. This isn’t a new problem.

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 30, 2024

Sometimes statistics shared on social media take on a life of their own – that’s a problem if we don’t understand the source and methodology; here’s the source on the “95:5 rule” Only 5% of B2B prospects that vendors are trying to reach are in the market for a product. How can this be? That makes sense.

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Sword and the Script

JANUARY 21, 2025

Most of these are focused on marketing, communications, leadership and psychology. Bonus: I take the best of what Ive read about marketing and comms and add it to a monthly newsletter. I used to listen to a lot more marketing and PR podcasts, and while I still have some in the queue, Ive cut back in favor of other topics.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 16, 2021

Are you a college student or recent grad looking to gain experience in a top B2B technology PR agency? PR/Marketing Intern. Crenshaw Communications is seeking a paid intern to join our dynamic B2B technology PR team and to assist with our pro bono work for a leading marketing association. This position will be remote. .

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Cision

JULY 26, 2017

Since the inception of social media platforms, one of the biggest challenges has been how to properly reach your desired audience. Facebook is unprecedented by nearly every measure for social platforms, except perhaps for engagement where its companion network Instagram (and its 700 million users ) excels.

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Stern + Associates

MAY 8, 2023

Social media has become an essential integrated marketing channel for B2B companies. According to a survey by Content Marketing Institute, 95% of B2B marketers use social media to distribute content.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Between the PR and marketing functions of any organization there can be creative tension or even competition. PR and marketing are perceived very differently, especially in a corporate environment. PR and marketing are perceived very differently, especially in a corporate environment. A sudden market shift or crisis.

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Contently - Strategy

AUGUST 30, 2024

But with endless ads and marketing noise, it’s hard to get your story heard, especially if you’re using the same marketing tactics and jargon as your competitors. According to a study from Oracle and Brent Leary, “ 80% of consumers have purchased products in direct response to social media content.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Communicators found their influence grew with executives, even as the functions they performed evolved in 2022; PR and marketing alike battled to win trust amid clutter, noise and skepticism. Every year I read and write about dozens of reports on B2B marketing and PR. Trusted sources of B2B information.

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 27, 2021

And it’s not instructive for setting priorities in marketing. To that end, and assuming there’s a business strategy and marketing strategy in place, those priorities should be as follows: Owned – website, blog, newsletter. Shared – social channels. Earned – media or influencer relations. Image credit: Pixabay.

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