Sword and the Script

MARCH 1, 2022

Cision adds sponsored content feature to PR Newswire – pitches it as “guaranteed editorial”; Meltwater Beats Earnings; TrueScope Raises $6.2 The announcement pitches this as enabling “PR agencies to sell robust guaranteed placement packages to their clients.” Million and Eyes the U.S. Are you kidding?

Software 150

Software Case Study Advertising Advertising 150

Cision

DECEMBER 18, 2017

Many in PR are familiar with looking at a publication’s calendar to know what to pitch them in a timely manner. However, given the rise in popularity of content marketing, marketers now find value in having an internal content calendar to stay organized with what they publish on their blogs, websites, press releases and social media.

How To 0

How To Content Marketing Conference Analytics 0

Rock the Status Quo

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

I also like Canva quite a bit – instead of a simple stock photography site, Canva is an image editing tool designed to be used for social media, content marketing and other uses. It allows you to buy images for one dollar as you are using the graphic design software, or use solid colors and your own images for free.

Pinterest 202

Pinterest Content Marketing Resources Software 202

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 15, 2020

If you’re going to sell software to lawyers, you got to have your wits about you. I’ve pitched them many times over the years for clients or past employers, but I’ve never had my own byline published. This makes sense because lawyers are highly intellectual, trained to be reliant on the logic of precedent, and skeptical too.

Content Marketing 99

Content Marketing Marketing Print Software 99

Sword and the Script

MAY 7, 2024

It’s been pretty quiet this month in PR software; that’s starting to look like it’s going to be characteristic for the year On the first Tuesday of every month, I sort through the news from the PR software community in a summary post like this one. “Generative AI is the new ‘don’t pitch off topic.'”

Software 87

Software Pitching Technology B2B 87

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 28, 2021

However, the cadence of publishing still meets one absolute requirement of content marketing : consistency in publishing matters as much as anything else. If you want content marketing to augment PR, social media and other marketing activities…. If you want to build an audience of subscribers….

Blogging 160

Blogging Software Google Content Marketing 160

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 19, 2021

Vendors are giving us reason to be optimistic about public relations technology – from AI that will predict your pitching success to more tangible PR measurement and attribution. Years ago, I had the opportunity to be a PR director for a publicly-traded company that developed and sold software to the PR market.

Technology 173

Technology Publicity Software Pitching 173

Rock the Status Quo

MAY 4, 2015

The Differences in Pitch Style & Purpose Are Helpful to Understand I love PR, I love SEO and I really love how well they intersect to grow client reach and conversion. How that pitch is written can be VERY revealing. Why do I write about backlink pitches in a PR blog?

SEO 100

SEO Pitching Small Business Agency 100

Agility PR Solutions

JANUARY 12, 2021

More importantly to media pros, can AI write a good subject line and a solid pitch? New research from PR link building and outreach software BuzzStream and boutique content marketing firm Fractl seeks to find out. The post Can AI write a better pitch than you? The two firms released […].

Writing 86

Writing Pitching Software Media 86

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Many of the top-performing posts are from the monthly roundup post on the PR and comms technology software vendors. This Semrush Acquisition of Backlinko hits PR, SEO and Content Marketing Trifecta [PR Tech Sum]. Can a PR Software Vendor Provide “Guaranteed” Editorial Placements? [PR PR Tech Sum]. to approximately $5.5

Blogging 173

Blogging B2B Software SEO 173

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? b) Integrated marketing. b) Integrated marketing.

Content Marketing 86

Content Marketing Marketing Comparison Measurement 86

Prowly

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Here are some of the best choices: Semrush: an all-in-one digital marketing tool that helps companies analyze their online presence. In terms of digital PR, Semrush is great for backlink analysis, organic traffic tracking, content marketing, and competitive benchmarking. Try Prowly free for seven days - no credit card needed.

Digital PR 104

Digital PR Case Study SEO Measurement 104

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Against that backdrop, I’ve organized this year’s prediction roundup into the following categories: Predictions that have little or nothing to do with AI; Predictions that express caution about AI; Predictions that are enthusiastic about AI; Predictions from PR software executives; and One prediction from ChatGPT.

Writing 211

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 211

Sword and the Script

MAY 10, 2016

The news article is based on data in a report by software company ScribbleLive titled, “ The Eclipse of Online Ads.” As a result, the refrain “content marketing is better than advertising” is bounced around the marketing echo chamber. Though a seasoned PR professional, I am also a serious advocate of content marketing.

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Advertising Advertising Marketing 60

Cision

AUGUST 15, 2015

With smartphones, particularly the iPhone, it is easy to download and consume episodes, and awareness of the audio content medium has doubled since 2006. Brands should leverage podcasting in their content marketing strategies, especially if they want to engage a loyal audience.

Tools 120

Tools Skype Software Content Marketing 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 21, 2018

Data-driven pitches win points with journalists. Journalists look for pitches that are backed up by data in the form of charts, graphs, tables, or interactive infographics. It offers a clear story map and lends credibility to the pitch. On the other end, rich visual content driven by data can help convert the lead.

Storytelling 189

Storytelling Data Data-Driven PR Infographics 189

Prowly

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Tools like Prowly also help you create a brand marketing strategy based on social media and web traffic indicators. TRY OUT YOUR KPI TRACKING SOFTWARE FOR FREE What are the metrics to measure brand awareness? #1 4 Content engagement Take a peek at your content marketing strategy.

Measurement 104

Measurement Tools Branding Brand 104

Cision

AUGUST 18, 2015

If we were to compare Aesop’s The Tortoise and the Hare to content marketing, podcasting would be the slow but steady-paced tortoise. Pitch and promote your podcast to grow your reach. If your brand decides to give podcasting a chance, you’ll want to invest in the best microphones, headphones and editing software.

Mobile 120

Mobile Software Content Marketing Tools 120

Cision

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

When you invite internal and external subject matter experts to contribute to your content marketing program, it’s important to have guidelines for them to follow. The less time you need to spend editing content and following up with contributors, the more time you have for strategy and optimization. increase brand awareness.

How To 177

How To Guidelines Content Marketing Video 177

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

But your data is only of value if you can use it to plan and create better content or refine strategy. The founders tout the software’s “data storytelling at machine scale” to add value to sharing intel – including product news, financial data or analytics.

Tools 147

Tools Radio Data Analytics 147

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 31, 2017

Everyone is doing content marketing these days. In fact, some 80% of respondents say they are doing content marketing according to 2017 survey data. You can also think about these in stages of content marketing maturity, though I’d caution, you never done with any given stage. Analyze, but experiment.

Engineering 68

Engineering Content Marketing Marketing Analytics 68

Flack's Revenge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

In addition to that, it is a helpful tool for many journalists who really are asking for more information than a simple, pithy email pitch provides. There is no shortage of competitors on our new business pitches, and other tech PR shops are doing quite well thank you, best I can gather. It is not just us. Well, it is Inc.

Writing 177

Writing Pitching Report Industry 177

Sword and the Script

JULY 14, 2015

Content marketing is the new branding. Content marketing *is* PR. Content marketing is the new buyer’s journey. But for the vast majority of marketers, especially in large organizations, content marketing is still a new concept, it’s still seeping into the culture. Almost passé.

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Branding Brand Marketing 60

Contently - Strategy

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Think about how you will promote, share, and distribute the content you create with your target audience and key stakeholders before it’s in production. Including project management software in your MarTech stack can help you avoid a situation where you must scramble to figure out what comes next.

eBook 137

eBook Product Launch Software Internal 137

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 21, 2018

Like many companies, PR firms need to ensure that our content marketing and other campaigns are compliant with the new regs. Plus, AI tools are playing a role on the other side of the media relations coin: journalists are beginning to use AI solutions to read pitches, generate story ideas, and gauge what their audiences want to read.

Trends 157

Trends Privacy Data Reputation 157

Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Great content marketing has the power to do that. Today’s audiences come across so much mediocre content that looks and sounds the same. Lately, innovative marketing teams have been thinking beyond the standard blog post. ” There are only 214 million for “b2b software.”

B2B 74

B2B Content Marketing Trends Marketing 74

Prowly

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

All-in-one PR platforms ,such as Prowly , Cision , or Meltwater , come with a range of tools, including a rich media database, press release writing services, tools to pitch journalists, and much more. is a content marketing platform that connects businesses with a vast network of media outlets worldwide. Starting price: $6.21

Analytics 104

Analytics SEO Engineering Financial 104

Cision

MAY 4, 2015

We’re excited to realize the next step in our ongoing mission to innovate the content marketing, social and PR spaces with the release of two new products: the Cision PR Edition and Cision Social Edition. Track and report on every pitch and interaction with the media using the industry’s most robust CRM.

Social Media 120

Social Media Analytics Enterprise Content Marketing 120

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Buyers of B2B software want published pricing. Yet, B2B software companies are resistant to publishing pricing online because they feel it removes leverage. You’re kidding yourself if you think a motivated buyer doesn’t know what they are going to pay for your software. Annual spending on PR software grew 14.7%

B2B 148

B2B Marketing Survey Software 148

Cision

AUGUST 20, 2015

At her recent webinar, Kerry O’Shea Gorgone , host of MarketingProfs’ Marketing Smarts podcast , discussed the benefits of various software and tools, dished out tips for setting up your podcast and explored how to successfully grow your listener base. ” Q: What kind of software do you need to make a podcast?

Skype 120

Skype Software Analytics Interviews 120

Buzzstream

JANUARY 20, 2025

How can we help them, and ensure that we get content and links in media that their target customers read? For one HR software client, whosetarget audience is HR managers and leaders, a common issue is staff not taking annual leave, which can lead to burnout, illness, or other challenges.

Digital PR 62

Digital PR Internal International Data 62

Sword and the Script

APRIL 12, 2022

It has since been acquired by an SEO software company. The company caught my eye when it said it uses artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze a reporter’s pitching preferences. The idea is helping PR understand how reporters prefer to be pitched and improve your chances of coverage. Content picks from around PR .

Software 91

Software Pitching Measurement Enterprise 91

Sword and the Script

JULY 20, 2021

While your content marketing strategy is your primary lead nurturing strategy, it doesn’t do you much good unless it’s easy to find. Share your content on sites like Medium or use LinkedIn’s article feature to further extend your reach. Pitch your content to industry publications to ensure the right people see your message.

B2B 190

B2B Company Marketing SEO 190

Buzzstream

MARCH 5, 2025

Use the freemium model as a link building tool If you can create an incredibly valuable, free version of your software, you open your doors to the wide world of tool posts. The authors of these stories can quickly become journalists to target for follow-up stories, additional quote pitches, and more. Remember, this is all in good fun.

Digital PR 62

Digital PR Pitching Study Google 62

Landis PR

JULY 31, 2023

Now, more than a half century since the birth of artificial intelligence, mass interest and adoption of the technology has accelerated in recent months, thanks to publicly available software like ChatGPT and Character.ai. But you’re still going to need to review the content and adjust accordingly. Here are six of the top takeaways.

Communications 97

Communications Marketing Pitching Technology 97

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 3, 2021

That’s why I’ve been a long-time advocate of content marketing – and ensuring PR has a role in the process. Candidly, I’ve used content marketing as a highly successful vehicle for earned media for more than a decade now. First, this is an opportunity for brands to fill the void. Media funnel.

Software 87

Software Case Study Pitching Technology 87

Contently - Strategy

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

Brands like to pay lip service to the customer experience, but if marketers want their content to make a real impact, they have to commit. Content marketing isn’t just a constant stream of advertisements. According to Scott Brinker’s 2018 supergraphic , there are 6,829 marketing technology solutions.

Content Marketing 111

Content Marketing Print Analysis Web 111