Sword and the Script

JULY 27, 2021

Where some see diminishing value in media relations others see opportunity; the best way to improve results is to use a combination of pitching, content and social media. The media relations struggle is real. Perhaps invest in people, research or tools to help facilitate media relations.

Media Relations 176

Media Relations Media Pitching Survey 176

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2017

Those categories are: Content marketing statistics. PR and media relations statistics. Social media marketing statistics. Paid media and advertising statistics. Marketing measurement statistics. Search marketing and SEO statistics. Content Marketing Statistics.

Content Marketing 142

Content Marketing Social Media SEO Publicity 142

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?

Content Marketing 128

Content Marketing How To Marketing B2B 128

Sword and the Script

JUNE 9, 2020

75% of PR and comms pros say media relations is getting harder – up 25% over three years; here are some practical techniques for adapting A majority of public relations and communications professionals say media relations keeps getting harder. Media relations isn’t sales. Nevertheless, here we are.

Media Relations 125

Media Relations Media Survey Pitching 125

Sword and the Script

MAY 16, 2020

Of all the media relations insights the best one is this: be relevant. The vast majority of media relations hinges on relevancy. And that’s the theme for this week’s Unscripted Marketing Links [UML]. These three studies polled 3,000 journalists and their answers all center on relevance. Give our services a try.

Survey 173

Survey Media Relations Pitching Media 173

PRSay

JUNE 6, 2019

I’ve been looking at identifying influencers, integrating earned media with owned and shared, as well as the latest pitching techniques that are just as likely to win over another company’s content marketer as they are a traditional magazine editor. Get more media pitching knowledge from Michael Smart here.

Media Relations 148

Media Relations Media Training Pitching 148

Sword and the Script

MAY 11, 2019

1) Earned media is sales enablement. A tech PR firm recently published a study that showed promising effects media relations can have on the sales cycle for B2B marketing organizations. Full report: The Role of Media Relations in the Sales Cycle by ARPR (reg. Image credits: Unsplash and respective studies.

Study 162

Study Media Relations Media B2B 162

Flack's Revenge

OCTOBER 3, 2018

By now, content marketing has become an important part of almost every PR’s arsenal. Content is the motive force for today’s noisy internet. Plus, content seems like the path of least resistance. A new Era of Media Relations. Earned media is no longer just relegated to traditional media.

Media Relations 24

Media Relations Media Pitching Content Marketing 24

Garrett Public Relations

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

As I continue to digest everything I heard at this year’s Content Marketing World in Cleveland, themes have begun to emerge. The post How to Build Trust – 10 Lessons from Content Marketing World appeared first on PR Consultant Garrett Public Relations Columbus/Worthington OH. And what hasn’t changed?

Content Marketing 128

Content Marketing Comparison How To Marketing 128

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

A survey I teamed up with Ned Lundquist to conduct of PR pros last year found 51% said media relations was getting harder. This is why content marketing plays such a crucial role in media relations , among many other aspects of PR and corporate communications. Myth 5: White papers are content marketing.

Content Marketing 97

Content Marketing Marketing Pitching Survey 97

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

One of the occasional critiques of content marketing I hear from PR professionals is that content lacks credibility. The 2021 B2B Content Marketing Benchmarks, Budgets, and Trends Report by the Content Marketing Institute and MarketingProfs is an example. I don’t agree. It’s their audience, not yours.

Content Marketing 97

Content Marketing B2B Marketing Examples 97

Onclusive

JUNE 23, 2015

Can you name the last time you stopped to look at a spider’s web? Chances are, if you hate spiders, it was not recently. But there is much to be learned from these intricately designed feats of art and engineering. Every part of the web is connected, making it both complex and powerful. If any […].

Web 150

Web Content Marketing Engineering Marketing 150

Cision

OCTOBER 6, 2016

Although some PR professionals have seized the opportunity to evolve their public relations strategies, far too many have stayed complacent, keeping their heads down and focusing on media relations and other traditional tactics that have served them well throughout the years. Earned Media.

Media Relations 331

Media Relations Newspapers Measurement Social Media 331

Cision

SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

With just one statistic, Joe Pulizzi delivered a stark wake-up call to this year’s Content Marketing World attendees. When we asked global enterprise marketers how committed they are to their content marketing approach, 20 percent said they’re fully committed,” said Joe during Day 1’s welcome address.

Content Marketing 84

Content Marketing Marketing Skype Enterprise 84

Sword and the Script

JULY 10, 2018

The Sorry State of Media Relations. Then the story hinge swings like this: “Such is the sorry state of corporate media relations these days. How to Generate Media Referenceable B2B Customers with a Blog. Media Relations Ends; Content Marketing Begins. Maybe he didn’t like the commentary.

Media Relations 95

Media Relations Media Content Marketing Corporate 95

Sword and the Script

MARCH 10, 2019

Media Relations is Hard and Getting Harder. A majority (68%) of PR professionals say media relations is getting harder or much harder. This is up 17% from last year where 51% said media relations was getting harder. content marketing (64%). 3 PR Trends in Tactics, Measurement and Organization.

Survey 118

Survey Media Relations Corporate Communications 118

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 29, 2020

Studies find media relations isn’t the top PR service anymore; PR weakness on technical skills; execs are key to shaping corporate social positions Several interesting reports on the PR industry were published earlier in 2020 but got lost in the blur that unfolded since. Newer services should not replace media relations but augment it.

Media Relations 119

Media Relations Report Industry SEO 119

Onclusive

DECEMBER 6, 2017

With this explosion of content and demand for measurement, PR responsibilities are growing exponentially. You strategy has so many options because content is now omnichannel and not just about media relations: Earned and Owned Media are now digital channels measured amongst the larger marketing mix across brand- and sales-driven KPIs.

Strategy 294

Strategy Data-Driven PR Measurement Enterprise 294

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 8, 2019

In fact, you must publish content in order for it to be indexed and returned in response to search. That’s the gist of a piece Michael Brenner wrote for the Content Marketing Institute last week titled The Best Reason to Do Content Marketing? There are a few benefits I’d add to that: a) Media relations.

Content Marketing 86

Content Marketing Marketing Comparison Measurement 86

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Amid layoffs and closures stemming from the pandemic, news organizations are republishing political content leaving less time and space for businesses news Survey data shows media relations keeps getting harder , but now there’s a new analysis of content being published that offers a glimpse as to why. Try our services.

Content Marketing 95

Content Marketing Marketing Analysis Survey 95

Garrett Public Relations

AUGUST 28, 2022

Let’s talk about media relations. It’s often what companies seek help with because they want to earn media coverage – which can help them build and maintain their reputation, increase visibility and draw new prospects and customers their way.

Media Relations 101

Media Relations Media Reputation Tools 101

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Curated by PR News, The Skinny details the top stories in the communication industry, covering social media, crisis management, media relations, content marketing, technology, and digital PR. Check out these 10 newsletters every PR pro should read. PR News: The Skinny. PR Daily News Feed.

Retail 320

Retail Healthcare Crisis Management Social Media 320

Onclusive

MARCH 21, 2018

Marketing and PR teams will need to work together to create compelling content that serves customers across all platforms and channels. Amplifying content through organic social sharing, traditional media relations outreach and online paid opportunities is the key to ensuring that your message isn’t getting lost in the noise.

Storytelling 281

Storytelling Media Infographics Advertising 281

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 22, 2019

Anyone who has managed a content marketing program understands high-quality, “evergreen” content can live for years, pushing up page rank and attracting traffic for a brand or business. Word-of-mouth PR spread on social media platforms, when done well, is not only cose-effective, but highly trackable and persuasive.

Mobile 244

Mobile SEO Web Journalism 244

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. A well-crafted, integrated PR/content marketing plan can create dialogue and engagement with clients and customers.

Storytelling 226

Storytelling Reputation Technology Content Marketing 226

B2B PR Sense

JANUARY 5, 2018

Handpicked Related Content. Myth #3: PR is not the same as media relations. Media relations is a subset of PR. Or you may decide that media relations is precisely what you need. Handpicked Related Content. How to Score in B2B Media Relations. Social media strategy.

Crisis Management 238

Crisis Management B2B Reputation Advertising 238

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 22, 2020

The list below is broken into four sections: Marketing statistics from 2020. Public relations statistics from 2020. Content marketing statistics from 2020. Social media statistics from 2020. Source: Content Marketing is the New Conference ). Media relations is ever more challenging.

Survey 183

Survey Marketing B2B Study 183

Deirdre Breakenridge

MARCH 20, 2017

You are the project manager of every new launch that involves social media, media relations, internal communications, etc. From traditional media relations to social media, influencer marketing, content marketing, building community, measuring results, and so much more.

Community 244

Community Social Media Course Measurement 244

5W PR

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Generating media coverage in industry publications, trade journals, and general news outlets allows companies to reach a broader audience and position themselves as thought leaders. Media Relations Securing interviews, press releases, and feature articles in relevant publications helps B2B tech companies gain exposure.

B2B 78

B2B Company Publicity Media Training 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 11, 2021

Though they’re typically created for advertising purposes, edcals give a PR team a topic guide for creation of press releases, blog posts and content marketing. By laying out what content to create, when to pitch and whom to pitch, editorial calendars make PR both easier and more effective.

Pitching 308

Pitching Content Marketing Measurement Social Media 308

Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 8, 2017

In the Agency Search Report, we argue the importance of PR reflects the continued evolution of what public relations means in the minds of clients. It’s seen as far more than media relations. Media coverage mattered as much then as it does in a digital world. Again, it’s all about PR Expanded. With 5,000 U.S.

Agency 223

Agency Survey Social Media SEO 223

Garrett Public Relations

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Planning your PR and media relations for 2025? With AI, rampant misinformation and mistrust, media layoffs and more in the mix, what should you keep in mind as you choose where to allocate your public relations budget and time? It can be overwhelming to know where to start.

Media Relations 96

Media Relations Publicity Media Small Business 96

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 29, 2020

I was pretty good at media relations and I was confident I’d be able to turn things around. Something similar has happened in content marketing and blogging in the marketing community. Too many marketers believe that short content outperforms long form. We needed to get the client some coverage.

Content Marketing 79

Content Marketing Study Analysis Marketing 79

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Nearly 80% of the 1,279 bloggers in the 7 th annual Orbit Media blogger survey say blogging drives some marketing results – and 25% say it draws “strong marketing results.” >>> Looking for a consulting partner with the content chops to build a sound strategy and execute? click image for higher resolution) 5.

B2B 169

B2B Study Blogging Survey 169

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 24, 2018

And anyone who has managed a PR-driven content marketing program understands that it can work in a far more enduring way than digital advertising. High-quality, “evergreen” content can live for years, driving SEO ranking and attracting traffic for a minimal investment. We earn that right to influence others.”

Journalism 185

Journalism Advertising Advertising SEO 185

Cision

APRIL 18, 2017

Then, I’m going to use that as a launching pad for a speech at Content Marketing World. While at the conference, I’m going to do several media interviews that link to that original blog post. Step 4: Amplify Your Content with Media Relations. I’ll create a Slideshare of my presentation and upload it.

Exercises 198

Exercises Google Writing Blogging 198

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 20, 2018

They forget, or worse still ignore the main reason people converge on social media, which is to build and maintain connections through P2P (person to person) communication with friends, family, mentors, colleagues, newsmakers and other HUMAN beings. Be Helpful. All human qualities known to make friends and influence people.

Marketing 244

Marketing Facebook Social Media Community 244