Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The good news: There are a lot of content marketing resources out there. The bad news: There are a lot of content marketing resources out there. Heading into 2022, everyone wants to up their content game. But sometimes, sifting through a sea of content about marketing can be overwhelming.

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Contently - Strategy

JUNE 12, 2024

It’s the year 2010, before anyone even knows to ask the question, “What are content marketing platforms?” As a marketing manager, you’ve embraced Gmail, and Google Docs has changed the way you collaborate with your team. Freelancers can’t access your documents, so you have to email company assets.

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Content Marketing Marketing System Guidelines 52

Contently - Strategy

JUNE 25, 2020

” Over the past few years, I’ve found that this problem plagues most organizations when it comes to content strategy. Everyone says they want to create data-driven content based on their audience’s interests, but many marketers have no idea what data matters or how to use it. That promise was flawed.

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Onclusive

JANUARY 25, 2019

PR and content marketing are rapidly evolving with new access to data and insights, new methods of measurement and more channels to reach your audience than ever. Staying on top of the latest trends, technologies and strategies is paramount. Content Marketing World. Content Marketing Conference.

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The Proactive Report

DECEMBER 4, 2018

The Need for a Documented Content Strategy. Only 37 percent of US companies have a documented content strategy. Isn’t it enough to discuss goals and have an unwritten strategy? A complete content marketing strategy starts with research, not setting goals. Why is this important?

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Content Marketing Trends Marketing Strategy 189

5W PR

JUNE 27, 2022

In the last couple of years, the tools and software in the advertising industry have been rapidly evolving to the point where companies can now utilize a large number of platforms to create highly targeted ad campaigns that are completely automated. Consumer Focused. Contextual Targeting.

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Onclusive

JUNE 17, 2020

Their statistics show that branded websites and other forms of owned media are the second-most trusted form of marketing, with 70% of global respondents saying they completely or somewhat trust these sources. Savvy brands are focusing on owned media and content marketing.

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Contently - Strategy

MARCH 22, 2022

It seems simple at first—at least that’s what most brands think when it comes to SEO strategy. Then, you create similar content by following the “10 ways to do X” format if the first page is littered with that approach. 3 ways your brand can level up its SEO strategy. Conduct a content gap analysis.

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Contently - Strategy

JANUARY 17, 2020

This summer, I conducted empathy interviews a bunch of our clients and prospects to understand their content marketing challenges. SEO remains a huge part of content marketing, as it should be. High-ranking content creates long-term value for your brand. One big pain point: SEO.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

This extra time gives companies room to prepare to future-proof their content marketing efforts. In the future, it’s going to be difficult to distinguish content that’s created by people from content that’s generated by artificial intelligence, especially in terms of writing quality and language usage.

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Content Marketing Marketing Tools Writing 88

The Proactive Report

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Businesses are constantly seeking innovative strategies to enhance their online presence. While conventional SEO tactics like keyword optimization and content marketing remain crucial, there’s a lesser known, yet highly effective, approach that can significantly amplify these efforts: Search Box Optimization (SBO).

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Contently - Strategy

AUGUST 11, 2022

As multiple researchers have found over decades of studies, stopping your marketing efforts during tough times is a mistake. Data shows that proactive marketing “ pays off ” during recessions—for brands across industries, including the likes of Toyota, Amazon, Coca-Cola, etc. It’s the status quo.

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Contently - Strategy

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

When it comes to freelance content marketing , however, the parameters are often less clear. When a brand is behind a story, there’s bias involved. Fact-checking for my content marketing stories is just as essential as it is for my editorial work,” said Anna Dimond , a journalist, content creator, and producer.

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Content Marketing Marketing Viral Study 144

Onclusive

JANUARY 31, 2018

Marketing and communication expert and author Andy Cunningham spoke about how to create a company’s positioning and branding as the foundation for success in the New PR. To be successful in the New PR is to identify the intersection of positioning and content marketing. Cunningham is the author of ‘Get to Aha!

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 21, 2020

The past two months have been extraordinarily challenging for brand communications and PR people. In the initial weeks of the COVID-19 shutdown, brands struggled to find the right response. Many brands see an opening. ” So what’s a brand to do? Early efforts were tentative, pretentious, or even shallow.

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Businesses looking to increase brand awareness are already familiar with the popularity of thought leadership when it comes to their marketing tactics. The same thing goes for content marketing, which is frequently praised for creating more leads compared to other strategies.

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5W PR

MARCH 18, 2023

Corporate communication is essential for effective branding and securing external funding. Values and mission To secure third-party funding, it’s essential to define a brand’s mission and values. This enables potential investors to comprehend the company’s ideology and gain insight into its operations.

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

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Critical Mention

JUNE 19, 2019

Did you know that over 60% of businesses don’t have a documented content marketing strategy according to CMI and MarketingProfs? Without a plan, you risk all of your content efforts going to waste. We have 10 steps on how to create your next content marketing plan: What exactly is content marketing?

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Onclusive

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

We’re happy to announce our new strategic partnership with Shareablee , the social media analytics and competitive benchmarking company, to offer marketing and communications teams best-in-class solutions for earned, owned and social media insights. To learn more about this partnership, please contact us at info@onclusive.com.

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Contently - Strategy

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

” Over the past few years, I’ve found that this problem plagues most organizations when it comes to content strategy. Everyone says they want to create data-driven content based on their audience’s interests, but many marketers have no idea what data matters or how to use it. That promise was flawed.

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Content Marketing Data Strategy Marketing 64

5W PR

MARCH 2, 2020

Marketers who are successful in connecting with their target audiences would also attest to that, but is it happening? Content Marketing Institute recently weighed in on the matter by sharing results of its research of folks who work at B2B and B2C companies. Content Marketing. Why the contrast?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 3, 2022

Conferences are a good way to set yourself apart in a sector of similarly positioned companies in a given category. Early-stage companies in particular can build awareness for a new category by having executives speak on panels and keynotes at relevant conferences. B2B Sales & Marketing Exchange (August, Boston).

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Contently - Strategy

MAY 11, 2024

As a frequent traveler, I type in Google searches like this all the time, whether I’m looking for a satisfying slice or a sweaty HIIT class (I’ve got two speeds) — and this is precisely why local SEO content strategy is so critical for businesses. What’s more, local search can be a great equalizer.

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Onclusive

DECEMBER 6, 2017

Companies spend about $30 billion on PR per year, and executives rightfully demand to see a return on that investment. For example, if a PR pro gained coverage for their brand in Forbes, they may report the circulation of Forbes as the potential audience size that saw the message. Spot brand & revenue indicators.

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Contently - Strategy

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

When I started as an editorial intern at Contently, the first thing I realized was that I had a lot to learn about content marketing. Like many people entering the job market, I wanted to write and edit, and I was interested in exploring different ways to make a living with those skills.

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Cision

JUNE 2, 2015

Content marketing boils down to one simple question: what story is your brand telling? According to CMI’s 2015 Benchmark Report , 55 percent of B2B marketers plan to increase their content marketing budget in the next 12 months—essentially, pouring more money into telling their brands’ stories.

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Content Marketing Data Strategy Marketing 120

Contently - Strategy

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

As a result, designers and marketers are constantly experimenting with new aesthetics to create content that resonates with audiences and keeps them engaged long enough to turn them into loyal brand advocates. 2024 Visual Marketing Design Trends You Need to Know About 1. Image by Burger King 2. Image by Coca-Cola 3.

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Stern + Associates

MAY 6, 2024

The best part of Brandon Pantano’s job is helping leaders, brands and businesses use the latest marketing best practices to improve their bottom lines. From shaping brands using integrated marketing strategy to business development to SEO, the role of a digital marketer has the power to transform.

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Strategy Marketing SEO B2B 71

Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 18, 2022

There’s no doubt about it: The customer-obsessed company wins. Companies that conduct frequent research grow up to 70 percent faster and are almost 50 percent more profitable than firms that don’t. Even conglomerates with million-dollar marketing budgets will fail if they disregard audience research. Lack of buy-in.

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B2B Company Survey Enterprise 137

Cision

JANUARY 5, 2017

Sometimes, despite our very best efforts to write down our goals, we tend to skip over creating a documented PR content strategy. Why are these two factors so important in your content’s success? Luckily, the PESO model makes it easy to define an effective plan, and ensure your content will produce measurable results.

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Contently - Strategy

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Still, when I set about refreshing more than 10 years’ worth of branded content to bring The Content Strategist up to date with our current web optimization and brand standards, I knew I had my work cut out for me. It revealed valuable insights about content longevity, SEO, and how our readership has evolved.

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Blogging SEO Analysis Content Marketing 109

Onclusive

APRIL 12, 2018

. Kathy Seegebrecht is SVP and Chief Marketing Officer for UL (Underwriters Laboratories). But, more importantly, I’m able to share the relevant business context with my team to make sure we are continually aligned with company strategy and growth goals. It specifically helps bring to the forefront our brand promise.

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Content Marketing Interviews Marketing Leadership 170

Onclusive

AUGUST 1, 2017

, and rarely it falls under a brand strategy function — the last of which is most surprising since PR plays such an important role in brand perception and positioning. In an ode to the brand, this week we’re sharing a few articles that help to liberate “the brand” from “the box” and even encourage breaking some rules.

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Brand Branding Guidelines Journalism 231

Contently - Strategy

AUGUST 19, 2020

Approximately 133 million Americans live with a chronic illness, and one of the most effective ways healthcare companies can reach that segment of the population is by working with patient advocates. It ensures that healthcare content is rooted in specifics that marketing teams may not be able to come up with on their own.

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Healthcare Content Marketing Marketing Instagram 141

Contently - Strategy

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Video is now the main way people consume content online. Much of that video content is pure entertainment , but consumers are itching for branded videos. In fact, 91% of people say they’d like to see more videos from companies they support. Run contests that encourage customers to create short videos.

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Video Strategy Marketing Instagram 132

Sword and the Script

MARCH 31, 2020

Buyers were taking in content before talking to sales even before the Coronavirus hit; now is a great time to double down on content marketing Today is the last day of the first quarter of 2020. When I think about that statistic in today’s context – this is another moment for true content marketing.

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