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.

B2B 99

B2B Brand Branding Case Study 99

Onclusive

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

1 Paid search, display ads, social media, online video advertising and email marketing will grow to 46% of advertising budgets 2. New PR serves three pivotal roles to build your corporate brand and support your sales and marketing organizations: PR is digital storytelling through content and social amplification.

Measurement 231

Measurement Data-Driven PR Survey Storytelling 231

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. I’ll also try to give a sense of what criteria you can target for each of the platforms for paid and organic social. Social Targeting on Facebook / Instagram.

Social Media 233

Social Media How To Insurance Insurance 233

Shift Communications

OCTOBER 21, 2014

This week I was reminded of a post I wrote back in March on jumpstarting your B2B content. MarketingProfs’ latest B2B Content Marketing 2015 Benchmarks, Budgets & Trends report. The report provides some great insight into how B2B marketers are thinking about content and where they’re stuck. The reminder? Copycats are boring.

Content Marketing 160

Content Marketing B2B Marketing Measurement 160

Sword and the Script

APRIL 23, 2024

The results suggest there are three marketing motions successful B2B software companies do differently than their peers: they experiment with marketing often, they think about marketing measurement more and they do more marketing in-house. >>> Sword and the Script Media can help with B2B marketing, PR and social media.

Software 151

Software B2B Company Marketing 151

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. For example, let’s say you’re a B2B company that sells cybersecurity services.

B2B 118

B2B Social Media Company SMB 118

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? It’s become a pervasive premise of many debates in B2B marketing. Sword and the Script Media can help with B2B marketing, PR and social media.

B2B 173

B2B Marketing Exercises Sports 173

Sword and the Script

MARCH 26, 2024

Thought leadership benefits B2B marketing in so many ways – awareness, consideration and even customer retention – but it can have adverse effects when it’s under-resourced and turns out to be light on substance The social media platform LinkedIn and the PR firm Edelman routinely team up to conduct surveys.

Leadership 161

Leadership B2B Study Survey 161

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

It seems promising not only for B2C campaigns, but for the content and thought leadership promotion more typical of B2B PR. Unlike other social media platforms, Threads makes it difficult to search for relevant conversations or even trends. The post How to Use Threads For B2B PR appeared first on Crenshaw Communications.

B2B 170

B2B How To Instagram Reddit 170

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 168

B2B Study Blogging Survey 168

Sword and the Script

MAY 28, 2024

Most B2B tech companies aim to improve customer retention this year, putting a renewed focus on building sustainable customer marketing teams that contribute to retention, and more importantly, measurable growth; Years ago, a SaaS company I was working for hired a person at the vice president level to run customer marketing.

B2B 136

B2B Survey Marketing Measurement 136

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 21, 2025

HubSpot has them for marketing and social media. Most of the social media platforms have courses you can take on their advertising products. Heres the back story , but the cliff notes are social media had changed the media landscape when I got home. Google offers free courses on analytics and AI.

Google 156

Google Course Survey YouTube 156

Sword and the Script

JUNE 18, 2024

And as I look back on those times, I think the economy in B2B SaaS feels reminiscent of the dot-com bubble (failed unicorns are arguably a product of irrational exuberance). Sword and the Script Media can help with B2B marketing, PR and social media. He’s been writing a lot about how B2B marketing needs a makeover.

B2B 163

B2B Government SMB Real Estate 163

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 11, 2023

As B2B PR specialists, our team has helped adtech, data and cybersecurity brands like SOCi, MediaRadar, Lotame, National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA), and Digital Remedy seize news opportunities. SOCi offered insights on Threads’ implications for social media marketing, showcasing their expertise and thought leadership.

Brand 323

Brand Branding eBook Advertising 323

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.

B2B 146

B2B Marketing Survey Software 146

5W PR

APRIL 5, 2021

Many reports, especially since the start of the pandemic, have called attention to the rise of consumer dependence on social media which is also good news for B2B (business to business) marketers. Despite the optimism, that’s just the start of any strategy in leveraging the popularity of social media for B2B firms.

B2B 88

B2B Social Media Media LinkedIn 88

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2017

PR and media relations statistics. Social media marketing statistics. Paid media and advertising statistics. Marketing measurement statistics. A Chief Marketer report found the content most effective at moving prospects through the B2B sales funnel are articles and blogs [49%]. ( B2B Lead Generation ).

Content Marketing 140

Content Marketing SEO Social Media Publicity 140

Onclusive

MAY 12, 2022

The purpose of this study was to understand the relationship between certain characteristics of media articles and PR-driven website traffic and actions measured by PR Attribution – essentially, how predictive the following characteristics are of an individual article driving website traffic and actions: ? Research methodology.

Consumer 370

Consumer Publicity Media Analysis 370

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Contrary to conventional wisdom, 68% of people follow brands on social media to stay informed but they do it quietly and want it without all the buzzwords; 51% say the most memorable brands on social media do one simple thing: Respond A new report by Sprout Social offers further evidence of how social media is evolving.

Survey 150

Survey Social Media Brand Branding 150

5W PR

MARCH 15, 2025

The digital landscape adds complexity to brand building, as you must maintain consistency across websites, social media, email marketing, and other online channels. A B2B software company might adopt a more professional tone, while a lifestyle brand targeting Gen Z might use casual language and current slang.

Brand 78

Brand Branding Guidelines Storytelling 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2024

Those who work in PR and media have seen a whirlwind 2023. We’re getting a handle on how to use generative AI ethically and with impact , riding the waves of an evolving social media landscape, and navigating unpredictable news cycles. What are the PR industry trends for the new year? One example?

Trends 333

Trends Industry Government Data 333

5W PR

APRIL 7, 2025

Data analysis and measurement tools now give content creators unprecedented ability to understand their audience and create content that resonates. This systematic approach replaces guesswork with evidence-based content planning that delivers measurable results.

Data 78

Data Strategy How To Analytics 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 28, 2017

New technologies are helping make the measurement of public relations results easier, less time-consuming and more meaningful. More PR agencies today are designating a measurement guru on its team to own analytics. Advance legwork can improve the odds of achieving measurable impact. Identify the “core measures.”

Measurement 120

Measurement Study Data Agency 120

Cision

OCTOBER 4, 2017

From online articles to advertisements to blogs to social media posts — numerous mediums are competing for your audience’s attention. Journalists are no longer measured by the quality of their work; they are measured by the effectiveness of their work. So, our attention spans are extremely short and very diluted.

How To 282

How To Storytelling B2C Measurement 282

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

APRIL 16, 2024

The term “influencer” has become synonymous with consumer brands, lifestyle trends, and social media aesthetics. However, a quiet revolution is happening in the business-to-business (B2B) marketing world, where influencers are reshaping the landscape in new and interesting ways.

B2B 94

B2B Marketing Measurement Social Media 94

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

This means social media posts that include video are granted better reach on the platform. In turn, social media experts have rushed to proclaim brands should be using video to drive better engagement. In fact, engagement on social media has never mattered less for a brand. The Impact on Social Media ROI.

Social Media 130

Social Media Brand Branding Media 130

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 6, 2021

As digital content consumption continues to grow, PR pros are always looking for ways to target specific audiences through social media. We know the power that social media campaigns can wield – from amplifying earned media that PR generates to marketing products. Don’t count out influencers for B2B PR.

B2B 191

B2B Social Media Radio Fashion 191

Cision

DECEMBER 14, 2017

You look on social media, but it’s not crystal-clear who has an independent voice. Besides traditional media, you just have to take a quick scan of Instagram, Snapchat or even YouTube to find everyday people using “influencer” to describe themselves in their bios. You stumble across a blogger and think, “Maybe. “.

B2B 120

B2B B2C Pitching Social Media 120

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. For social media specifically, quality and quantity combined make for the highest engagement.

How To 259

How To Social Media Product Launch Construction 259

Cision

AUGUST 10, 2015

While the majority of the time was spent detailing tips and tricks to use on each of these social networks, one speaker in particular highlighted what I believe to be the most underutilized, but highly effective social selling tactics: employee engagement. Want to learn how to turn your employees into brand advocates on social media?

Training 120

Training Employee Social Media Company 120

5W PR

MARCH 12, 2025

According to Content Marketing Institute, 78% of B2B buyers use case studies when researching solutions. Success comes from maintaining transparency, delivering measurable results, and building lasting client relationships.

Case Study 78

Case Study Brand Branding Ethics 78

Sword and the Script

JUNE 15, 2021

If B2B marketing writers aren’t in direct contact with customers in developing content, you are probably just making it all up. And most B2B marketing writers are indeed making it up. B2B Marketing Writers and the Sales Organization. The survey puts some data behind a long-standing problem in B2B marketing.

Survey 120

Survey B2B Marketing Interviews 120

Polaris

DECEMBER 9, 2014

even more effective than in-person meetings (63%), social media content (58%) and blogs (54%). When used with an opt-in list and following other best practices, email marketing is powerful—a kind of social media platform on steroids. Content marketing isn’t just for business-to-business (B2B) marketers.

B2C 194

B2C Content Marketing Study Trends 194

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 11, 2021

Edcals outline the content that media outlets will focus on for the entire year. In a similar way, we keep a calendar that outlines key topics for promotion, including proactive media pitches and social media posts for the year. Measure Performance.

Pitching 308

Pitching Content Marketing Measurement Social Media 308

Cision

AUGUST 26, 2015

As Cision’s social media manager, I use top 50 and top 100 lists for three purposes: To follow individuals who will help me stay in the loop when new trends and statistics emerge within my industry. Every year, Cision creates a list of the top 50 social media influencers on Twitter. ” https://t.co/XuswAAsGAo.

Social Media 120

Social Media Twitter Media Nonprofit 120

5W PR

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Social media platforms like LinkedIn have become crucial for B2B communication in the defense sector. Measuring PR Success Internationally Evaluating PR success in international markets requires comprehensive metrics.

International 78

International Internal Crisis Management Technology 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2017

Many have written about the changing nature of influencer relations in PR, and its move from celebrities and social media ambassadors to so-called “micro-influencers” – those that may not have a huge reach but that are trusted. Thought leadership is relevant not just to B2B organizations, but to consumer product companies.

Trends 124

Trends SEO Leadership Print 124