Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

A renewed focus on customer relationships and B2B video content are among the most commonly cited aspects of marketing that those in the trenches say are yielding success B2B marketing has seen better economic times. The challenge of the current environment is stirring debate about what works in B2B marketing and what does not.

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B2B Marketing LinkedIn Video 181

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2019

Ever since Regis McKenna published The Regis Touch , high-tech marketing executives have known that their earned media (PR, for those of us antiquated enough to use that term) has far more credibility and impact than advertising, especially in B2B markets where purchase decisions are reviewed by multiple parties before a transaction is approved.

Communications 199

Communications Marketing B2C Advertising 199

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 21, 2021

2021 saw emerging platforms that B2B brands were eyeing to for their marketing plans, and some may have been missteps. Although content engagement is social media’s baseline for success, one of the top mistakes marketers make is posting content solely for the sake of comments and likes. Filler content created solely for ‘likes’.

Social Media 323

Social Media B2B Media Video 323

Communications Conversations

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Last week I had my first experience with a post of mine “going viral” on LinkedIn. I check LinkedIn many times throughout the day for clients, and myself. And over the next several days, because the long tail of LinkedIn content is often very long, it would grow to almost 4,000 likes and more than 100 comments.

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Viral LinkedIn Social Media Employee 146

Onclusive

JULY 13, 2016

As part of our overall marketing strategy, we spend a tremendous amount of time producing targeted thought leadership content. Now that we have a bank of it, we’re always thinking about ways to creatively reuse and leverage what we’ve already created to continually share useful intel with our audience.

LinkedIn 150

LinkedIn Banking Leadership Creativity 150

Stephen Waddington

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

The agency market is in flux as the economy reinflates. According to LinkedIn data published this week, communications and media professionals are among the least confident among the UK workforce. COVID-19 is flushing out a fiercely competitive market. But there’s plenty of opportunity. It’s understandable.

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Agency Creativity Marketing Government 122

Bianchi Biz Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Owen Cullen, Managing Director at Cullen Communications We are pleased to share the next post in a series of in-depth profiles of key international markets written by one of our PRGN partners. the rapid rise of influencer marketing) is one of the main challenges today. For PR practitioners, keeping pace with technology (e.g.

Radio 83

Radio Sports Marketing Local 83

Cision

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

The goal of #CisionChat is to engage with communicators, marketers and PR pros like you on the topics that matter most. So, last week on #CisionChat we connected with Carlin Twedt ( @Carl_In_Tweets ), marketing and social media manager at PRDaily. What does #280characters mean for content marketers on Twitter? CisionChat.

Content Marketing 0

Content Marketing Social Media Marketing Media 0

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 21, 2025

Most of these are focused on marketing, communications, leadership and psychology. Bonus: I take the best of what Ive read about marketing and comms and add it to a monthly newsletter. I used to listen to a lot more marketing and PR podcasts, and while I still have some in the queue, Ive cut back in favor of other topics.

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Google Course Survey YouTube 157

PRSay

DECEMBER 12, 2024

When objectives like increasing media coverage or improving stakeholder engagement are strategically aligned with go-to-market goals, its far easier to justify additional resources, secure buy-in for new initiatives and prove your teams value. Connect with her on LinkedIn , Instagram or at katienealconsulting.com. [a

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Measurement Resources Examples Conference 141

Contently - Strategy

AUGUST 15, 2024

High-quality individual pieces of content marketing don’t just happen in a vacuum – you need goals, a content calendar, competitor, audience and SEO research, and more! Read on for the essential elements of how to create a successful content marketing strategy. Where should you focus your marketing efforts?

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Content Marketing Strategy How To Marketing 65

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 20, 2020

Those of us in PR naturally have the obvious social media and communications apps like Twitter, LinkedIn and Slack, but what are some others that help us stay connected and productive? For content marketers, Hubspot or a competitor is a must-have. This one bears repeating because it’s a PR person’s best friend.

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Mobile Content Marketing Pitching Social Media 306

Buzzstream

JULY 24, 2024

Abi comes from digital marketing agency Propellernet, where some of my favorite, most creative campaigns come from ( dirty cars anyone? ) Platforms like X and LinkedIn are valuable for sharing campaigns and getting feedback. Please reach out to me on LinkedIn or X. Do you have any additional suggestions?

Creativity 99

Creativity How To Automotive LinkedIn 99

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Social media marketing and PR have recently become inseparable. Fully 86% of B2B marketers combine paid and organic social tactics. Fully 86% of B2B marketers combine paid and organic social tactics. Ads aren’t always the way to go – a captivating, creative organic post can generate buzz and compel your followers to share.

Social Media 344

Social Media Media B2B Leadership 344

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 30, 2019

Does good PR create more prospects at the top of the marketing funnel? ” Earned media doesn’t work as consistently as email marketing or paid media. A well designed PR program will work along with other marketing services, from the top of the funnel to the post-purchase phase. Here’s how.

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Storytelling Education Software LinkedIn 233

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 24, 2018

The great Brian Solis, who I had the pleasure of seeing live in 2013 as keynote speaker at the PRSA’s International Conference, recently published this article on LinkedIn about creative storytelling. Solis says that 550,000 LinkedIn members describe themselves as storytellers. Image: Via Pixabay, Creative Commons CC0.

Creativity 101

Creativity Storytelling LinkedIn Conference 101

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2022

Some are subject-matter experts who are very knowledgeable about marketing and PR, while others may need more background on rationales for specific strategies and tactics. Go for it in brainstorms – Creative sessions can be challenging. The more you do it, the better. .

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Writing LinkedIn Social Media SEO 310

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 22, 2020

For those who do take part, they may limit involvement to LinkedIn, where business leaders tend to engage most frequently. . For example, a question as simple as where customers get their news –through their phones, TV or elsewhere — can reveal a great deal about where and how to focus digital marketing efforts. .

B2B 276

B2B Social Media Branding Brand 276

Buzzstream

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

I didn’t know Darren Kingman before chatting with him , but I loved the work he produced at Root Digital , his UK-based digital PR, SEO, and content marketing agency. If you’re struggling to create interesting, creative content, this is an episode to pay close attention to. It’s LinkedIn posts that you talked about.

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Creativity Digital PR Data Pitching 117

Shift Communications

APRIL 13, 2022

All posts needs across every channel needs amazing creative — vibrant art (a video, GIF, or at least an image), excellent copy and to point to high-quality content.? Here, we review Twitter and LinkedIn marketing strategy. LinkedIn Marketing Strategy. Also, don’t sleep on LinkedIn Articles.

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LinkedIn Twitter Social Media Trends 78

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Some marketing and communications predictions suggest AI will change the world; others see a tailspin of noise and and see humanity as a path for differentiation Most marketing and PR professionals have formed strong viewpoints on AI. That much is apparent I compiled this year’s list of marketing and communications predictions.

Writing 211

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 211

wiredPRworks

MARCH 10, 2022

Along the way, we’ve collaborated on a variety of projects, met up for all kinds of drinks, and kept with a kind of synergetic sisterhood that only writers and creatives understand. By refusing to be bland and boring, Beth’s experience proves that amazing results come from being creative and having fun. How did they meet?

Creativity 98

Creativity Communications Instagram Interviews 98

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 28, 2017

What about a flood of LinkedIn comments? What about creating prospects at the top of the marketing funnel? ” In my experience it works best in tandem with other, more controllable or scalable elements of the marketing mix – like email marketing, SEO, and sales promotion. .” But how valuable is it?

Publicity 255

Publicity Storytelling Automotive Software 255

Deirdre Breakenridge

AUGUST 26, 2014

But this direction has kept me flexible and enhanced my creativity by ensuring I do not simply rely on what works in any one industry. While communications may be your forte, with strengths such as writing, creativity, organization and research, your passion might be for something else altogether. Prefer to mix things up?

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Industry Fashion Travel Tourism 316

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

B2B marketers say too much work, too few resources and too much interference forces them to choose between quality and completion. Most B2B marketers aren’t thrilled with their own content. According to a survey by Radix Communications , “68% of B2B marketers are not proud of their own content.”. Check out our services.

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B2B Marketing Survey Case Study 175

Cision

MAY 7, 2015

When it comes to content marketing, there’s a lot of “been there, done that” out there. It takes a little creativity, but once you break through the doldrums, you’ll find these to be quite effective tools to help you connect with your audience. Infographics are another great visual addition to your content marketing arsenal.

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Content Marketing Tools Blogging eBook 120

PRSay

MAY 21, 2021

Sometimes this requires communication and marketing professionals to create alliances with departments they haven’t worked with before, such as HR or legislative affairs. Not only does collaboration deliver a more comprehensive communications approach but, in learning from one another, we also find creative ways to reach our target audiences.

Communications 203

Communications Nonprofit Creativity Agency 203

Deirdre Breakenridge

OCTOBER 29, 2018

Customers began searching on LinkedIn to see who was in charge of the campaign, who was working at Shea Moisture, and who thought it would be a good idea to place an ad like this. By diversifying expertise, demographics, and experience, there is more creativity, thoughtfulness, and reflectiveness in a group.

Advertising 295

Advertising Advertising Twitter Communications 295

Stephen Waddington

JANUARY 13, 2020

Delusions of Brandeur is a hilarious, beautifully produced book that takes aim at marketing nonsense. Ryan Wallman has written a book about modern marketing practice that’s the perfect length, is well researched and backed up with evidence. You’ll also find templates for your next brand meeting, creative brief and LinkedIn post.

Industry 123

Industry Marketing Case Study Creativity 123

PRSay

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

By including internal employee communications as a significant component of marketing and branding efforts, and putting a dedicated team behind it, companies transform employees into brand advocates — employees who truly believe in the organization and can speak accurately on behalf of the brand. And this makes a significant impact.

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Internal International Communications Strategy 139

Communications Conversations

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Lately I’ve been hearing a lot of questions from friends and clients about LinkedIn advertising–specifically promoted posts. And it makes sense because these are still relatively new to a lot of folks (even though, technically, sponsored content has been around a long time on LinkedIn–since 2013, to be exact).

LinkedIn 97

LinkedIn B2B Exercises Advertising 97

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

Social media is making marketing lazy. It’s created a “ cut and paste ” content marketing culture. So said Simms Jenkins speaking on a panel in Atlanta hosted by the team from the Oracle Marketing Cloud. That problem is an enormous gap in knowledge of strategic marketing including positioning and messaging.

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Strategy Crisis Marketing B2B 130

Cision

DECEMBER 8, 2017

Once a year, I ask the creative team here at MultiVu to think about an educational video for our sales team to share with clients. That leaves the bulk of the work to creative expression. At MultiVu Creative, we’re big fans of animation, and that’s because humans process pictures much faster than text. We had to dig.

Video 189

Video Creativity Conference Education 189

Rock the Status Quo

AUGUST 11, 2014

Creativity counts when it comes to a media pitch, the headline of your press release and share-worthy blog posts. 3 Ways to Integrate Inbound Marketing Tactics into Traditional PR The Impact of Social Media on Journalism & Newsrooms This post appeared first on Rock The Status Quo | Carrie Morgan and is written by Carrie Morgan.

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How To Survey Resources Social Media 242

Prohibition

AUGUST 16, 2021

Although it’s fair to say that more consumer focused channels, such as Instagram and Facebook, may seem a more obvious channel for video – it’s place on LinkedIn certainly shouldn’t be underestimated. With that in mind, here’s our thoughts on how you can enhance your LinkedIn video marketing.

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LinkedIn Video How To Marketing 62

Cision

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

According to the 2017 State of Inbound report, 63 percent of marketers feel that generating traffic and leads remains the biggest challenge in their work. Without SMART goals, measuring the success of your marketing strategy is next to impossible. You can also incorporate influencer marketing in your earned media strategy.

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Strategy How To Media Measurement 244

5W PR

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Smart, strategic PR doesn’t require a massive budget – it demands creativity, relationship-building, and consistent execution. If you’re entering a new market, prioritize local business press and industry analysts who can validate your expansion. Your PR strategy should align with broader business goals.

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Strategy Case Study Pitching Measurement 78