Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 8, 2017

Almost four in 10 respondents to a survey of corporate communications, marketing and industry leaders for CommunicationsMatch’s new PR and Communications Agency Search Report said they were looking to hire new agencies in 2017. Content and social media capabilities followed close behind. First, let’s discuss creativity.

Agency 223

Agency Survey SEO Social Media 223

Contently - Strategy

JULY 21, 2021

If you work in marketing long enough, you’re bound to encounter a buyer persona. ” Besides supplying the info we need to target Sally with Instagram ads for crap she’ll regret buying, personas are designed to help the creative process. .” The idea is to teach us about the ideal customer. Pictured: Happiness.

How To 145

How To Creativity Storytelling Writing 145

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 8, 2016

It’s the fourth point that stands out in my mind because the email marketing industry is riddled with lessons for PR. And so email is the focus for this week’s Unscripted Marketing links (UML). 1) Email Remains a Top Marketing Channel. 11 Simple Ways for PR to Score Content Marketing Points.

Marketing 115

Marketing Pitching Survey Study 115

Beyond PR

SEPTEMBER 2, 2016

And while holiday content opens up earned media and revenue opportunities, planning all of those PR and marketing campaigns can be overwhelming. To compete with big name brands, you need to get creative. However, you don’t necessarily need to break the bank. However, you don’t necessarily need to break the bank.

Banking 62

Banking Retail B2B Writing 62

wiredPRworks

JUNE 5, 2018

Today I'm excited to announce my third publishing opportunity as an expert digital marketing PR author. Thanks to Matt Chiera, the lead author, for the opportunity to contribute to a new book called Digital Marketers Sound Off. In my chapter, I share tips, tools and strategies to optimize digital marketing PR efforts.

Marketing 45

Marketing Insurance Insurance B2C 45

Solo PR Pro

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Lynn Harris Medcalf, MA, APR with her client Adrenaline was recognized by PRSA Georgia for exceptional work in the program category with a Phoenix Award for their Content Marketing entry “Believe in Banking: Supporting an Essential Sector.” Kami spoke about how to protect yourself from home invasions.

Banking 96

Banking Film Transportation Financial 96

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 3, 2016

Agile is one of those phrases everyone in marketing seems to be talking about, but with very different ideas about what precisely constitutes “agile.”. This isn’t unusual for a profession where both creativity and data are important. The report identifies seven barriers to agile marketing. 1) What is Agile Marketing Again?

Marketing 60

Marketing B2B Content Marketing Training 60

Contently - Strategy

AUGUST 22, 2019

When asked to recall your favorite online content, you probably don’t think about stuff made by banks. Unless, of course, your job is to make content for a bank. That’s not a knock on finance content at all, by the way. But just like bottled water, it’s the packaging that counts.

Banking 111

Banking Content Marketing Examples Industry 111

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Some marketing and communications predictions suggest AI will change the world; others see a tailspin of noise and and see humanity as a path for differentiation Most marketing and PR professionals have formed strong viewpoints on AI. That much is apparent I compiled this year’s list of marketing and communications predictions.

Writing 199

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 199

PRSay

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

For weeks, the new streaming service on the block has been the talk of the tech world, showing everyone just how powerful Disney’s public relations and marketing can be. Here, Disney sets a great example for PR pros and marketers: Content is the key to everything you do. Sure, public relations is far more than ads and exposure.

Analytics 160

Analytics Television Banking Data 160

Communications Conversations

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

I wrote about this fabulous piece of content marketing yesterday. Bank – #NiceOff campaign on Twitter. How does a bank activate its brand during the biggest sporting week of the year? Bank (@usbank) January 30, 2018. Bank checking accounts or loans? Well written. Paul over the next few days.

Digg 60

Digg Social Media Banking Sports 60

Contently - Strategy

MARCH 5, 2024

Flashier B2C brands often muscle their way to the center of the marketing stage, showing off products and services that people love shopping for. But finance content doesn’t have to be far from the excitement—after all, it takes budgeting know-how to afford those pricey shoes.

Financial 52

Financial Content Marketing Examples Banking 52

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Marketing and PR predictions aren’t merely forecasts, but often a reflection of our aspirations and perhaps advice – mistakes we’ve made we’d like to help others avoid. “Be Pay to pay, content grows; influencer marketing cools. “I AI-written content adds more noise. “PR David Berkowitz , Founder, Serial Marketers.

Marketing 196

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 196

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 26, 2014

Generally, an entire marketing organization is focused on that one event. ——————————————————— Related content: 6 Creative PR Ideas for Blended Media. Content Marketing *is* PR.

Trade Shows 121

Trade Shows Conference Pitching Meeting 121

Contently - Strategy

MARCH 11, 2024

However, this explosion of resources presents a mounting challenge for financial services companies that have relied on tried-and-true content marketing playbooks for years. So, what should content marketing for financial services look like in 2024? Here are her top insights. How do you get past them?

Financial 52

Financial Content Marketing Marketing How To 52

Wildfire

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Social media platforms, influencer marketing, content marketing and email marketing, among other tactics, have come to the forefront and can reach the public in ways that traditional media relations might not. PR myth #2: I only need PR when it goes wrong. PR myth #3: It’s all champagne and caviar, darling! .

Banking 45

Banking Education Industry Crisis 45

Contently - Strategy

JANUARY 17, 2024

When it comes to content marketing for financial institutions, legal compliance presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities. The intricate financial services landscape is characterized by stringent regulations, constantly evolving market dynamics, and a discerning audience.

Financial 52

Financial Content Marketing Marketing Guidelines 52

Communications Conversations

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

Susan Beatty, VP-external communications, US Bank. Janet Swiecichowski, vice president, CEL Marketing. Kristina was doing content strategy before it was even a thing (at least, in the modern-day content marketing sense). Laura King, founder, Marketers Community. I can’t think of a better compliment!

Agency 78

Agency Trends Social Media Local 78

Waxing UnLyrical

JULY 12, 2018

Image: Bess-Hamiti via Pixabay, Creative Commons License CC0. The site has 5,000 agency and professional profiles in areas including: crisis communications, public relations, internal communications, government affairs, investor relations, content marketing, social media, SEO, website development, photography and video.

Brand 74

Brand Branding Banking Financial 74

Contently - Strategy

MARCH 18, 2024

Content related to mortgages, insurance, and financial planning has a way of becoming predictable over time—unless you get a little creative. In this roundup, we’re diving into the top five financial content marketing case studies that have successfully transformed even the most complex topics into unexpectedly captivating content.

Case Study 52

Case Study Financial Content Marketing Study 52

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2019

As I’ve done in recent years, I’ve asked a whole bunch of smart people for their marketing predictions or PR predictions for the next year. And now on with the marketing and PR predictions for 2020. 1) Marketing embraces sustainability. 2) Marketing analytics enable better efficiency. “In 5) Marketers will slow down.

Marketing 105

Marketing Content Marketing Advertising Advertising 105

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 11, 2016

It requires a high level of resilience, creativity and organization. I think this is one of the reasons it can be comfortable for public relations professionals to seek out, and focus on, more controllable forms of marketing like blogging, marketing automation and social media. It can also be hard to measure.

Media Relations 40

Media Relations Media Measurement Conference 40

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 29, 2016

The buyer’s journey is a trendy topic in marketing circles and for good reason. In a spirited effort, marketers white board all sorts of diagrams. With this simple framework, marketing organizations can avoid the analysis paralysis that plagues meetings and both build buyer personas and map content to each of those stages.

B2B 60

B2B Marketing Analysis Content Marketing 60

Rock the Status Quo

JUNE 18, 2015

What kills trust, when it comes to content marketing or even social media? If someone reading, watching or listening to your content can’t figure out how it applies to them, or what the target audience even is – how will they trust that you know what you are doing? Lack of an obvious audience.

Banking 100

Banking Small Business Reputation Social Media 100

Contently - Strategy

DECEMBER 5, 2019

There’s a common misconception that companies in conservative fields like finance, insurance, and healthcare have a harder time creating content. Sure, marketers in these industries deal with more regulations and bureaucracy than someone who works for Red Bull. Brands spend large sums of money on content marketing.

Financial 111

Financial Industry Report Insurance 111

Cision

MAY 9, 2016

Images drive engagement with social media and content marketing. A media bank is now an expected aspect of a press release. The easiest way to identify these are with the public domain designation (Creative Commons calls this license CC0 ) or with the CC-BY (+SA or +ND) licenses. Image via Pixabay: 1.

Engineering 120

Engineering Creativity Google Community 120

Prohibition

AUGUST 4, 2021

Reputation management involves combining social media marketing, review management, content marketing, search engine optimisation, and public relations strategies to promote and protect your online image. Businesses need to understand their online reputation and adjust accordingly. Effective Returns.

Reputation 62

Reputation Company Engineering Banking 62

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 17, 2016

That aside every now and again there are some tactical tips that are truly unique and I’ve captured some for this week’s Unscripted Marketing links. 1) Building Relationships with Content. You can absolutely build relationships with content, and content marketing absolutely plays a role in media relations.

Pitching 60

Pitching Infographics SEO Creativity 60

Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 14, 2016

Hey, Content Strategist! Ready to make some magic by walking the content road less traveled? What if, instead of doing what every single content marketing guru told you to do (“Do more!” Because we talked about time, and creativity blocks, and private v. I’m talking to you. Would you go for it?

Travel 40

Travel Banking Content Marketing Creativity 40

Contently - Strategy

APRIL 24, 2019

This is an excerpt from The Content Marketer’s Playbook: Grow Your Content Program. Brands are creating more content than ever before. According to CMI’s 2019 benchmark report , a majority of both B2B and B2C marketers increased content creation budgets from 2018. Get key stakeholders on board.

Content Marketing 111

Content Marketing Infographics Insurance Insurance 111

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 11, 2018

As I’m wont to do at year’s end, I ask many brilliant marketing and PR types for their take on what might transpire over the next twelve months. This year, more than 20 professionals – real people that do real marketing and PR work every day – responded and with high-quality ideas that I found to be invigorating and thought-provoking.

Social Media 97

Social Media Marketing Media Creativity 97

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Dozens of marketing and PR professionals express aspirations for 2020 along with educated guesses about the future . I’ve grouped all predictions this year into categories, which is an effort to make it easier to read: Marketing predictions. Marketing predictions. Efficient marketing execution and measurement.

Marketing 174

Marketing Employee Content Marketing Training 174

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 2, 2016

I have a lot of admiration for those individuals that hold a full-time job in business – especially in PR or marketing – and simultaneously wear a military uniform while serving in the National Guard or Reserve. I think most of the discussion on content marketing comes down to a couple things. are all forms of content.

Public Affairs 60

Public Affairs Advertising Advertising Healthcare 60