Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Its not that we need a new playbook, or a new idea, or new way of doing things; we need to execute on the tried-and-true fundamentals of marketing, communications and psychology. Consider this a blog post in the traditional web-log sense. I’ve been thinking that B2B marketing tries too hard. This post is merely a musing.

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Polaris

JANUARY 2, 2015

Hopefully we learn a few content marketing lessons by reviewing the past year, then use that information to develop even more effective editorial calendars in 2015. Here are some of Polaris’ most popular blog posts from 2014, along with the lessons they taught us. Content Marketing Lesson #1: Make it useful and timely.

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Onclusive

DECEMBER 22, 2017

Media’s Executive Editor of Content Strategies, recently sat down with AirPR to discuss sponsored content, PR, storytelling and the future of the industry. With decades of experience in journalism, PR and content marketing, Jon is now in charge of content for Inc. s clients and advertisers.

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Cision

MAY 2, 2015

The Content Marketing Institute defines content marketing as “owning, as opposed to renting, media. It’s a marketing process to attract and retain customers by consistently creating and curating content in order to change or enhance a consumer behavior.”. You know influencers who can make a difference.

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Cision

APRIL 23, 2015

This post is based on our white paper “ Outside-The-Box Content Marketing for PR.” ” A week into 2014, Mark Schaefer published a blog post that questioned whether content marketing – which he termed “the hottest marketing trend around” – was a sustainable strategy for businesses.

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Cision

MAY 25, 2015

If you’re a PR professional in the year 2015, you are probably well aware of a little tactic known as content marketing. for a while now in the communication world, but the PR industry is finally starting to realize that creating and owning content to tell a story is a great complement to more traditional methods.

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Polaris

DECEMBER 15, 2014

My binge blogging challenge is complete—this post is the final one in my 30-day challenge. You can read about why I decided to binge blog and some of the lessons I learned along the way HERE and HERE. So far, it has racked up 203 shares, mostly on Google + (go figure): The importance of syndicated content. Business Blogging'

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Sword and the Script

JANUARY 21, 2025

Further, George Lucas seemingly draws on real historical events in his storytelling. Bonus: I take the best of what Ive read about marketing and comms and add it to a monthly newsletter. Weekly writing If you are reading this you know I produce a weekly blog post. Im very grateful this amazing resource exists. And I have.

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Cision

OCTOBER 4, 2017

To understand the impact of multimedia, we must acknowledge the fact that content is everywhere and there is no way to escape it. When you pair the 24/7 news cycle with always-on connectivity, you get consumers overwhelmed by a perpetual stream of content. The Media Relies on Visual Storytelling. Create more visual content.

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Onclusive

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Millions of blog posts are written every day. For marketers, this makes brand awareness a huge challenge: How do we stand out above the noise? Marketers and communicators are now competing for consumer attention amid Facebook posts, Buzzfeed memes, blog posts, articles, texts and more.

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Onclusive

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

What smart marketers learned using MarTech and Marketing automation was that their online videos, ads, and email marketing campaigns perform better when integrated with a strong, holistic PR and content marketing strategy. PR is now being fueled by the omnipresence of digital content. ” 4.

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Cision

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

And while it’s easy to mark your products down 40% in an effort to attract Black Friday traffic, it’s more difficult to remember to include your content marketing efforts in your holiday marketing strategy. Here’s an example of content you could do across channels beyond a Black Friday Sale announcement. Plan Ahead.

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Onclusive

DECEMBER 6, 2019

Content Marketing World. Content Marketing World is the leading event where attendees can learn and network with the best and the brightest in the content marketing industry. It’s a great event built to enrich and strengthen PR professionals—while providing great networking opportunities.

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5W PR

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Content Marketing Creating high-quality content, such as blog posts, whitepapers, and case studies, positions companies as thought leaders. Differentiating from Competitors In a crowded B2B tech market, differentiation from competitors is essential. This is a strategy that attracts organic website traffic.

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Cision

OCTOBER 21, 2015

In today’s digital age, there are two key ways to find success for both brands or individuals: remember to be human and solidify your storytelling skills. Many think that good storytelling stems from talent, but really, all it takes is time, trial and error, and basic writing know-how. ” @markwschaefer #xpotomac15. —

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 23, 2017

PR professionals know storytelling is powerful, but science is beginning to show just how stories trigger powerful learning reactions in the brain. I was reminded of this recently as I flipped through a slide deck with 75 quotes from blog posts I’ve published over the last year or so.

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Rock the Status Quo

APRIL 8, 2016

Storytelling intrigues me. “Storytelling is one of the many things that define and bind our humanity,” according to this article on the history of storytelling. Storytelling is hard until we’ve practiced enough to make it easier. Free Storytelling Resources to Improve Your Storytelling Skills.

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Rock the Status Quo

APRIL 8, 2016

Storytelling intrigues me. “Storytelling is one of the many things that define and bind our humanity,” according to this article on the history of storytelling. Storytelling is hard until we’ve practiced enough to make it easier. Free Storytelling Resources to Improve Your Storytelling Skills.

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5W PR

MARCH 15, 2025

To build a strong online brand identity, you need three core elements working in harmony: visual design that captures attention and communicates your values, messaging that resonates with your audience, and storytelling that creates emotional connections. Let’s explore how to develop each of these components effectively.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Building competitive advantage using PR programs comprised of media relations , reputation management , brand positioning , and content marketing can help a young tech company achieve prominence. Quality PR practitioners are expert storytellers. For an early-stage technology business, differentiation can be everything.

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5W PR

MARCH 8, 2025

The most successful speakers build their reputations through calculated positioning, consistent messaging, and authentic storytelling across digital channels. Creating High-Impact Content Content marketing establishes authority and keeps you visible between speaking engagements.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MAY 28, 2024

This article explores leveraging the power of storytelling in marketing and PR, sharing strategies and best practices to build trust, enhance patient experiences, and nurture a supportive community. Storytelling is a powerful tool to establish these connections. Fostering emotional connections is crucial in healthcare.

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Contently - Strategy

JULY 31, 2019

For all you media folks out there who are planning a switch to marketing , we’ve put together an introductory translation dictionary for you. You can also use this dictionary as a lead tool, if you’re a marketing exec who wants to hire a team of Pulitzer Prize-winning writers for your brand’s blog. ” Why?

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Onclusive

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Another 20% said that they get their budget as part of the marketing budgeting process, and 15% review their PR metrics and results with the C-suite every quarter: In this blog post, we’ve covered the top five questions asked during our webinars. There is more to discover in our whitepaper on this subject—download it below.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

According to a Marketwired survey in November 2015, PR and marketing professionals plan to increase their content marketing programs by 64% in 2016. According to the same survey, 79% of these professionals have a content marketing plan in place. Discovering new design techniques for content creation.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 30, 2019

Tactics like content marketing, earned speaking opportunities for C-level executives, and feature articles work together to boost visibility for a brand or situation that the brand solves. Branded content like bylined articles and blog posts offer multiple benefits. Storytelling engages, influence persuades.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Here’s a look at statistics across PR, marketing, and social media that were surfaced in the various reports and studies covered on this blog throughout 2020. Many of the blog posts published here are based on survey research, analytical studies or other sources of data. Content marketing statistics from 2020.

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Onclusive

JANUARY 16, 2019

Tie back communications and marketing efforts to business results. In his keynote, “Performance Storytelling,” Norton Lifelock CMO Ty Shay explains: “The modern CMO needs to evolve the marketing function from a cost center to a profit center, thereby showing the direct correlation of marketing to business results, including growth and profit.

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Contently - Strategy

AUGUST 23, 2024

What is a content strategy template? A content strategy template is a roadmap for how you plan to use individual pieces of content to reach your organization’s goals. Define how you will measure success What does success look like for your content marketing goals?

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PRSay

MAY 10, 2022

DON’T lead with the features: Doodley Doo is an innovative and fun way for your employees to upskill in data visualization and data storytelling. DO lead with the benefits: Help your employees boost their data visualization and storytelling skills with Doodley Doo. Lead with the benefits; substantiate with the features.

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ReimaginePR

SEPTEMBER 5, 2016

You have a blog, you have a potential audience, and now you need to connect the two, but you’re not sure how. But, that’s okay, because by creating a solid blog strategy, you can find your audience. Here’s a checklist for what you should do after writing every blog post. Create a Clear Reason for Your Blog.

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Cision

APRIL 27, 2017

There were so many amazing speakers but since this is the Cision blog, I’ll focus on those not employed at Cision. Besides, if you want to hear from CEO Kevin Akeroyd, CMO Chris Lynch or VP Marketing Communications Nick Bell, you’ll just have to RSVP to our next Cision World Tour event.

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Contently - Strategy

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

It’s more than a marketing asset—it’s a storytelling tool that can make a major impact on potential investors, customers, and your bottom line. It sets you apart from the competition Unlike generic marketing materials, a fintech case study illustrates how your products and services address specific pain points in deep ways.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

APRIL 10, 2017

Five years ago, no one expected their PR firm to have video storytelling capabilities. Identify a mix of activities—such as the regular reading of industry blogs and the latest PR and business books— with online courses, and industry conferences that provide the opportunity to learn as you expand your network.

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PR 20/20

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

As content marketing continues to evolve, businesses across the globe have adopted it at a rapid pace. So what’s predicted to become of content marketing this year? Forbes ( @Forbes ) describes content marketing as a digital trend that is evolving fast , which means companies must jump on the bandwagon ASAP.

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Landis PR

JANUARY 28, 2025

By crafting op-eds, blog posts, and whitepapers on trending topics such as telemedicine, health equity, or cutting-edge treatments, you demonstrate expertise and authority in the field. When done with consent and sensitivity, authentic storytelling can effectively showcase your impact and build trust. At Landis Communications Inc. ,

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ISEBOX

MARCH 14, 2016

The Rise of Videos, Images and Content in Media Relations. These days, we hardly notice how much we are surrounded by multimedia content. Social media, email blasts, blogs, traditional media (duh, obviously). Producing great content is always easier said than done. Videos, photos, infographics, charts…they are everywhere.

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