Oktopost

MARCH 8, 2023

Episode Summary The amount of time and energy it takes to get your brand featured in a top-tier media outlet is not for the faint of heart. In this episode of Radically Transparent, Lauren Gumport, Vice President of Communications and Brand at Faye reveals some of her top secrets for getting top-tier media coverage.

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Champion Communications

DECEMBER 15, 2023

As a B2B Tech PR agency, we have seen our clients undergo exponential change and growth over the last 4 years – consequently, we have also adapted. In PR staying ahead of the curve is crucial for effective campaigns. In this blog, we explore the opportunities that lie ahead for PR professionals.

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Champion Communications

JUNE 7, 2023

This in turn has made it difficult for those of us in Public Relations (PR) to confidently say what the year ahead will hold. But, one thing for sure is that the skills previously required to be an effective communicator in the PR industry have broadened. Enter social media. Enter the new wave of social channels.

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Brandpoint

APRIL 3, 2024

Staying ahead of the latest PR trends is key to success in the ever-evolving landscape of public communication. Through our in-depth PR Survey , we unveiled the upcoming industry trends and challenges that will shape 2024 by interviewing 200 PR professionals. Get ahead with industry trends for next year!

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Trade Press Services Newsletter

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

If you are using press releases—and no other forms of PR content—in your marketing strategy, you are missing out on the benefits other types of PR content can deliver. While press releases are still an effective form of sharing news, PR has evolved and so should your approach. But this is just the starting point.

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SmartBug Media

JUNE 28, 2023

Without a thorough understanding of the role of public relations (PR) in brand recognition, many companies struggle to increase their visibility and improve their reputation. Let’s explore the role of PR in boosting brand recognition, its benefits, and how you can use PR strategies to increase your visibility and customer loyalty.

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Webbiquity

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Social media managers create innovative, high-quality content to engage followers and grow their company’s social media presence. Agility is a fundamental skill in social media marketing, essential for continuously adapting to the evolving digital landscape. Social media managers must also juggle multiple responsibilities.

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Navigate the Channel

OCTOBER 5, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of public relations (PR), staying ahead of the curve is essential to maintain a positive brand image and connect with your audience effectively. In this article, we’ll explore the latest PR trends for 2023 that will help your business thrive in an era of rapid change and digital dominance.

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Marketing Insider Group

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Social media is an undeniable part of the B2B digital environment. With 74% of global marketers investing in social media marketing, the channel allows you to connect with your audience, increase brand awareness, handle customer service, and even increase conversions. However, social media also presents many risks.

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B2B PR Sense

JANUARY 5, 2018

A solid PR campaign has the power to bolster your brand. Among its benefits, PR can build relationships with the public, boost brand awareness, increase your credibility, and create loyal customers. If PR can do so much for a brand, why don’t more brands use public relations to begin with? Myth #2: I can do my own PR.

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Champion Communications

JULY 24, 2023

Today, she stands as a symbol of empowerment, inclusivity, and diversity, thanks to the relentless efforts of the Barbie organisation’s PR team. From trailblazing PR campaigns to ground-breaking collaborations, we delve headlong into the extraordinary world of Barbie’s PR revolution. Rebrand. Rejuvenate.

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Convince & Convert

NOVEMBER 24, 2015

Translated into 26 languages, adopted by hundreds of universities and business schools worldwide, and with over 350,000 copies sold so far, “The New Rules of Marketing & PR” is now in its 5th edition. How over-zealous influencer marketing can actually alienate your audience. In This Episode. ” —@dmscott.

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DivvyHQ

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Have you ever thought about the distinct differences between content marketing and PR? Today's guide by guest contributor Chris Norton digs into how they are used to reach different types of audiences, the types of content involved, and how their effectiveness is measured.

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Webbiquity

APRIL 18, 2023

This list includes tactics from SEO optimization to social media accounts , and more, that can realistically produce a return on your budget and efforts. Leverage Advocate Marketing Advocate marketing is one of the best ways to grow your audience and attract new buyers. What are B2B eCommerce Marketing Tactics?

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Navigate the Channel

JULY 24, 2023

Public Relations (PR) plays a pivotal role in shaping a company’s brand image and promoting its products or services. For building product executives, selecting the right PR agency is crucial for their success. Unfortunately, the PR industry is not devoid of unscrupulous players.

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Champion Communications

MAY 16, 2023

Journalism and PR come hand-in-hand, with professionals in both industries leaning on each other to build credibility and trust with their audiences. Each year Muck Rack puts together their State of Journalism and State of PR Reports to uncover any changes in the industries. What does this mean for PR Pros?

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SmartBug Media

JANUARY 18, 2023

However, in reality, PR is essential to facing these headwinds and successfully responding to any crisis that comes your way. PR strives to gain earned media exposure, often in the form of expert quotes and articles in relevant publications. How to Leverage PR During a Recession. What Is Public Relations?

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Champion Communications

JULY 17, 2023

Public relations has long been an intriguing field that has captivated the masses – and now, with the advent of digital media, the industry has undergone a significant transformation, becoming an essential aspect of business operations. But did you know that PR has inspired some of the most popular TV shows over the last decade?

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Stevens & Tate

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

While marketing involves multiple bits and pieces, public relations ensure your target audience is receptive to your marketing messages by establishing higher brand recognition. However, it’s critical to understand how PR works and how you can execute a successful campaign. Reporters get numerous pitches and story suggestions.

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SmartBug Media

JULY 28, 2021

Over the course of my career, I’ve seen the best digital marketing strategies consist of a solid balance between earned, owned, and paid media. You may ask yourself, “What is earned versus owned versus paid media?” Owned media is part of the inbound methodology where you publish content on your website or social media channels.

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Champion Communications

MAY 24, 2023

In today’s competitive business landscape, B2B PR has become an increasingly important tool for companies looking to build their brand, establish credibility, generate leads, and improve their search engine optimization (SEO). Optimising the power of B2B PR can help businesses reach new audiences, build trust, and win new business.

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Sprout Social

MAY 31, 2023

Each passing year throws in a new challenge, whether that be keeping up with audience interests, navigating tough economic conditions or even defusing an unexpected brand crisis. At Sprout, our communications team employs generative AI to develop creative titles for press releases and media pitches. Luckily, AI is here to help.

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Sprout Social

AUGUST 10, 2022

It’s little wonder, then, that influencer marketing has become an indispensable part of the PR and crisis management approach for most brands. Here are five ways to make PR and influencer marketing work for your brand during a crisis. Influencer marketing has grown from a $1.7 billion industry in 2016 to a projected $16.4

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Sprout Social

AUGUST 24, 2022

The nature of social media and marketing has transformed the public relations industry. Similar to marketers and social media managers, public relations professionals must wear several hats while balancing collaboration. Public relations is the practice of using media to promote a brand and grow a positive public reputation.

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Walker Sands

OCTOBER 25, 2023

For the next installment of our media insights blog series , I caught up with Lindsey Wilkinson from CIO Dive to discuss how PR professionals can capture tech reporters’ attention. In our interview, Lindsey shares her expertise to help PR professionals get in the mind of a technology reporter. The line is really situational.

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Brandpoint

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Why public relations teams should keep their feet on the gas pedal In the world of PR agencies, many professionals in the industry have to act as both a public relations practitioner and a liaison between their brand contacts and the decision-makers at those companies. But, for those in public relations, this is the worst thing they can do.

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Martech

MARCH 10, 2022

” Words from Tiffany Guarnaccia, founder and CEO of Kite Hill PR, a high profile agency in the adtech and martech space. Think of it as a pro bono PR onramp program for diverse and purpose-driven founders of tech businesses,” Guarnaccia said. If anything, demand for PR rose sharply with the onset of the pandemic.

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Brandpoint

MARCH 28, 2023

After we received the results of our new research report, The Future of the PR Industry 2023 , one thing was clear once we started digging through the data. PR and communications professionals find thought leadership content and campaigns to be highly important, but metrics and measurement are a common challenge.

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Convince & Convert

JUNE 26, 2014

In partnership with PR News , Cision polled the PR community on their social media usage to find out how they engage, which platforms they utilize, and where they spend ad dollars. Below, we dissect a few of the findings and what they mean for PR and marketing professionals. Not sure where to begin? What does this mean?

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Contently

JANUARY 20, 2023

Think customer reviews, social media posts, and photos or videos shared by loyal customers. To achieve this, Always launched a social media campaign that encouraged girls and women to share their stories and experiences using the hashtag #LikeAGirl. The campaign was informative, inspiring, and relatable to the audience.

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SmartBug Media

MAY 22, 2020

Public relations (PR) and communications pros constantly preach about crisis communication strategies, hoping clients will be ready to act when the unexpected happens. There’s no magic formula that PR and communications pros can use to respond to the crisis we’re living through. PR Lessons from COVID-19’s Early Consequences.

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Contently

JULY 10, 2019

What I do hope to explain, though, is how we need to consider the different types of digital PR when crafting marketing strategies. However, relying solely on this PR strategy means overlooking significant opportunities to get your brand name out there. And there’s nothing wrong with this approach! Take Spotify, for example.

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Stevens & Tate

JANUARY 24, 2023

Social media has become one of the most important marketing platforms over the past decade or so. If you can find the right social platform , you will find it much easier to find and target niche audiences. Why You Should Focus On Engagement Social media allows you to connect directly with your audience.

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Contently

APRIL 4, 2019

The relationship between journalists and marketers can be contentious —something of a media industry West Side Story. Editors are quick to treat a PR pitch like a pest, sweeping it into the trash after no more than a glance at the subject line. During an onslaught of news, stick with your optimal audience. Adjust your timeline.

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SmartBrief - Marketing

AUGUST 23, 2023

In a world where visual media is killing the radio, podcasts have emerged to save it. Radio and podcast PR are essential to cut through the noise and provide a direct line to engaged audiences. Get to know your host, their style and (most importantly) the audience. These stories don’t need to be elaborate.

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ClearVoice

APRIL 15, 2021

What is earned media? Earned media is when a member of the media discusses a product, individual or company through their preferred media. It is earned because the media professional featured them on their own accord, without payment. What is earned media? Bottom line?

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ClearVoice

JANUARY 11, 2024

What is owned media? Owned media is the umbrella term for any media channel over which your brand has complete control. This term includes media such as your: Social media channels Email marketing Website Blog Apps Why is owned media important? What is the difference between owned media and paid media?

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