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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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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Storytelling Case Study Crisis Viral 120

ReimaginePR

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

They say the only thing constant is change, and that’s certainly true in the world of content marketing. Every month, or so it seems, there’s a new must-do-or-you’re-toast trend in content marketing. So, how do you keep up, or better yet keep ahead, with your content marketing strategy?

Content Marketing 120

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Garrett Public Relations

AUGUST 16, 2019

Content marketing fanatics from all over the world will be converging on Cleveland in a few weeks for this year’s Content Marketing World conference, Sept. A review of the sessions and speaker lineup shows once again the care that goes into planning such a packed agenda. The program is so strong, in fact, you […].

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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. Write your “About” section in first person, sharing your journey and philosophy as a speaker. Develop a content strategy aligned with your speaking topics.

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Branding Brand LinkedIn Case Study 78

PRSay

MAY 10, 2022

If so, then join PRSA and Ann Wylie at Catch Your Readers , our persuasive-writing workshop, starting on May 16. Here’s how one of my clients did it in a recent persuasive-writing workshop: DON’T lead with the features: Use your Tic-Tac-Toe skills to inspire the next generation of data enthusiasts. Get FREE writing tips here.

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Sword and the Script

JANUARY 21, 2025

(Sidebar: most business executives do this too , which is why you should accept non-business emails for gated content and subscriptions). I find fiction reading really improves my writing because, in the course of being entertained, Im consuming examples of how published authors describe abstract concepts. And I have.

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Cision

MARCH 31, 2015

From ancient cave drawings to photojournalism and broadcast TV, people have enjoyed visual stories for the speed at which people can consume the content and the emotion it elicits. This should be a format that producers of written content should know all too well. But how can you get started? “ Bigger is not better.

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Storytelling Mobile Video Viral 120

Polaris

JANUARY 2, 2015

A quick check of my Twitter feed on Tuesday morning told me it’s that time of year: the end of December when bloggers write about their most popular posts from the last year. 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.

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Content Marketing Blogging Marketing B2C 100

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. It supports the notion that marketing at its core, is about advancing the user experience. 20 Golden PR and Content Marketing Ideas that will Outlive 2017 from Frank Strong.

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Content Marketing Marketing Storytelling Course 106

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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Storytelling Resources Journalism Examples 100

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.

Storytelling 100

Storytelling Resources Journalism Examples 100

Cision

JUNE 2, 2015

Writing is the heart of content marketing, and I also think it’s our liver, lungs and central nervous system.” “Content is a filter that can qualify your audience better.” Want more content marketing insights from Ann Handley? Want more multimedia storytelling insights? Ann Handley.

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Marketing SEO Education 120

Polaris

DECEMBER 14, 2014

Most useful offline reference resource: Epic Content Marketing by Joe Pulizzi. Joe Pulizzi, the godfather of content marketing, wrote this book in 2014. It’s an instant classic that helps us achieve improved results while marketing less by doing “epic content marketing.” 2 Kathi Kruse.

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Marketing Resources Content Marketing Leadership 251

Contently - Strategy

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

And somehow, in one sentence, these stories have the power to capture our attention and spark our curiosity—something content marketers aim for with every piece they create. How can we get creative with content marketing? Your brand’s content needs to capture attention, or your prospects will go elsewhere.

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Content Marketing Creativity Marketing eBook 101

B2B PR Sense

JANUARY 5, 2018

For example, if you want to generate more website traffic, you may be better off authoring and placing articles in targeted outlets rather than trying to get the media to write about you. PR people don't whisper into the ears of journalists about what to write. Myth #6: PR professionals just write press releases. Product launch.

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Rock the Status Quo

DECEMBER 1, 2015

I was putting together Thursday’s #PRprochat questions for Ann Handley this morning, thinking about writing skills and storytelling. If you haven’t read Ann’s book, Everybody Writes , go get it! It should absolutely be a well-thumbed (or bookmarked) book every marketer has on their bookshelf.

Content Marketing 100

Content Marketing Marketing Writing Storytelling 100

Cision

JULY 6, 2016

In this interview, Sheila discusses why brands need to clearly define their communication strategies, the importance of keeping your content fresh and why your audience is attracted to good writing and storytelling. What are you most excited for in your new role as content manager at Steinreich Communications Group?

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Storytelling Writing Journalism Creativity 180

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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Healthcare Storytelling Marketing Social Media 82

Contently - Strategy

JUNE 11, 2020

More importantly, what should doctors, hospitals, insurers, and healthcare companies do to improve the state of healthcare content online? We’ve extracted the most important healthcare content marketing trends using a combination of quantitative and qualitative data. That partnership can really enrich your content.

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Onclusive

OCTOBER 10, 2017

Since 2012, AirPR Software has provided PR and content marketing professionals with reporting and analytics that actually matter to the C-Suite and core stakeholders. Developing story ideas and knowing the best ways to amplify those stories can frequently be a challenge.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

APRIL 10, 2017

Not to mention all the conferences and travel you can write off! Five years ago, no one expected their PR firm to have video storytelling capabilities. and name.kitchen, where she does media relations, content marketing, and social media. You imagine having complete control over what clients you work with.

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Travel Technology Conference LinkedIn 281

Cision

APRIL 16, 2015

Visual media and visual storytelling are on the rise and poised to become two of the major content creation trends in 2015. As with any strategy or tactic, you have to address the “why” first: Why are you using visual media or storytelling? Write down your objectives. Write an outline. Here are five ideas!

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

And, given the vast amount of time I pour into writing about PR technology , I’m really pleased with the long list of contributions from the PR technology vendor community. Data and the use of data will become the great divide between marketers producing content and content marketing.

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Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 213

ReimaginePR

OCTOBER 3, 2016

If you’re looking for an easy, but sure way, to define yourself as an expert in your field, here’s my advice: write an ebook. Let’s talk about why an ebook is an essential element for your content marketing strategy, and how to create and promote one for maximum effect. you may wonder. Click Here. Click To Tweet. Start Here.

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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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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 22, 2020

The list below is broken into four sections: Marketing statistics from 2020. Content marketing statistics from 2020. The survey found, “The top three areas live event budgets will be reallocated to are content creation (43%): hosted webinars (40%); and search marketing (33%).”. Social media statistics from 2020.

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Survey Marketing B2B Study 183

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

Every year, a handful of PR 20/20 team members head to Content Marketing World ( #CMWorld ) hosted in our very own Cleveland, Ohio. CMWorld is the largest content-focused event of its kind, bringing together 4,000+ marketers to learn the tools and materials needed to build the best content marketing strategies.

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Content Marketing Marketing Writing Consumer 76

Cision

APRIL 22, 2015

We received tons of great info on content creation , storytelling and writing, so below we highlighted some of the best takeaways: 1. Writing is appetite. Content is habit. Anyone can write, but in order to be great at content, and have your content produce results, you have to make it a habit.

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Media Storytelling Content Marketing Journalism 120

Contently - Strategy

JULY 21, 2021

As Kurt Vonnegut once said: “Please write for one person. When you write for everyone, you write for no one. Writing for one person can be absolutely inspiring. The reason that “writing for one person” works is because it’s an act of empathy. ” Is that a weird freaking quote?

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Prowly

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

From press releases, to earned, organic attention Yes, press releases serve a purpose like no other, but they do little in terms of creating the type of storytelling, collaborations, and initiatives that digital public relations can create. However, the brands that are staying ahead of the curve nowadays aren't just creating engaging content.

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Digital PR Case Study SEO Measurement 104

Sword and the Script

JUNE 18, 2019

What is for sure is that a solid PR team is versatile and can expertly cover down on a broad number of functions: internal comms, external comms, executive comms, media relations, analyst relations, corporate social responsibility, thought leadership and marcom, and as I’ve long proposed, content marketing, among many others.

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Onclusive

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

for technology companies) Social media management Storytelling, content marketing and copywriting Press release writing and distribution Speech writing PR event planning Market research Media training.

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Ishmael's Corner

JANUARY 11, 2017

The Art Of Storytelling In Business Communications And Public Relations. What does this have to do with business writing? What does this have to do with business writing? The post Avoiding the Unkindly Cut in Business Writing appeared first on Ishmael's Corner ~ Storytelling Techniques For Business Communications.

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Writing Storytelling Fashion Communications 60

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Professionals across the globe share analysis and perhaps, aspiration, in offering up PR and marketing predictions for 2022. I believe when people write predictions, they aren’t just saying what they think will happen but revealing a reflection of sorts. Brad Marley , Chief Storyteller, Yelram Media . Happy New Year!

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Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 216

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 4, 2017

Even in B2B technology, marketers will find better success focusing on story in which the prospect sees themselves. And storytelling in B2B marketing is the theme for this weeks’ Unscripted Marketing links [UML]. 1) Creating Quality Content Starts with Why. In Social Media Marketing, You Get What you Give.

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Creativity Storytelling B2B Film 60

Polaris

DECEMBER 15, 2014

On the bright side, I now have tons of evergreen content I can return to and share down the road. As I write this post on Dec. 10th, the most viewed title during the 30-day binge blogging challenge was “ Blogger Outreach Versus Media Relations: What Marketers Need To Know ”. The most viewed post.

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