Convince & Convert

JULY 24, 2015

C-level executives often don’t fully understand that public relations personnel need the ongoing involvement and support of upper management in order to meet PR goals. Many senior executives have a simplistic and mistaken view of PR. PR doesn’t work that way. What Does PR Do? highlight to tweet).

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ClearVoice

AUGUST 18, 2020

I have been on the receiving end of thousands of PR pitches in my career, and I’ve also sent a few. There are definitely good and not-great tactics for writing press releases, but there are also good and not-so-good ways of sending them. That, in itself, is a crucial, often overlooked part of PR. Learn more here. Click To Tweet.

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Walker Sands

JUNE 21, 2022

Last week, we were honored to have our work recognized among Boston’s top PR campaigns at the PR Club Bell Ringer Awards , where our teams took home two wins for our work with Sophos and Affectiva. Affectiva Acquired: A PR Journey to M&A. Our PR work for Affectiva received the Bronze Bell in the “High-Tech” category.

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Walker Sands

JULY 20, 2022

The PRSA Skyline Awards recognize campaigns that display creativity and produce exceptional results in public relations, and we are honored to receive an award in the Integrated Communications (Business to Business) category for our data-driven PR campaign for Visier. had left their job in 2021.

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nDash

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Some PR professionals have no problem developing relationships or closing sales when they’re in one-on-one conversations. This guide discusses what PR is, what you should know about it, and its importance. How to Define PR. PR is an acronym for “public relations.” ” What You Should Know About PR.

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Hubspot

OCTOBER 16, 2019

That's where a public relations (PR) agency can help. In today's world, PR and marketing overlap and intertwine, making it necessary to work together. In today's world, PR and marketing overlap and intertwine, making it necessary to work together. or "What services does a PR agency provide?". Reputation management.

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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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BDB

MARCH 1, 2024

The story goes that this ‘rule’ was coined in the 1930s when Hollywood’s biggest movie execs commissioned research which discovered that potential theatregoers were more likely to take action once they’d heard or seen an advertising message seven times. 1 So, is adding PR to your marketing mix a no brainer?

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BDB

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The story goes that this ‘rule’ was coined in the 1930s when Hollywood’s biggest movie execs commissioned research which discovered that potential theatregoers were more likely to take action once they’d heard or seen an advertising message seven times. 1 So, is adding PR to your marketing mix a no brainer?

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Champion Communications

JANUARY 13, 2021

Industries around the globe, including PR and communications were forced to rapidly adapt to a ‘new normal. ’ . A s we start a new year , we are reflecting on the changes we have witnessed in the industry, and what 2021 will bring for the PR industry: Communication will continue to be key .

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Walker Sands

OCTOBER 20, 2021

With every media interview comes the opportunity to get your B2B company’s story into the press, but talking about your company alone won’t help you make headlines. Do Your Research. Prior to your interview, spend some time researching the media outlet’s audience. Preparing for the Interview.

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Brandpoint

DECEMBER 18, 2019

Starting in the early ’90s, Brant seems to have done it all: from PR for an entertainment retail company to corporate communications for Thomson Reuters to financial services PR at Thrivent Financial to news editing at University of St. The world of PR is always changing … except when it isn’t. Thomas in St.

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Convince & Convert

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

When it comes to public relations (PR) specifically, companies would be wise to reevaluate their strategies through the lens of this approach. Instead of engaging in content initiatives for content’s sake, press pause and realign. Two of the best PR tools you can leverage are customer testimonials and case studies.

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Marketing Craftmanship

JANUARY 27, 2015

The marketing profession has a reputation for sometimes using less than reliable market research to promote a point of view. Research integrity was an issue long before the internet became the platform for content marketing. Our very thin D&O liability research was a rare and risky exception…and perhaps a sign of things to come.

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Sword and the Script | B2B

APRIL 19, 2022

A survey of 2,500 journalists finds Twitter is still their favorite social media network – here are time tested PR tips for B2B to earn some traction on the platform. There are things brands can do if PR is important to them: turn your Twitter handle over to a capable PR person and let them get to work.

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Hubspot

JULY 18, 2019

Spend any amount of time searching the hashtag #PRFail on Twitter and you won't struggle to find journalists lamenting about all of the bad PR pitches they received this week. The relationship between journalists and PR professionals is complicated. A message to all PR practitioners: stop doing this. Research pays off.

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SmartBug Media

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

Some say PR has 10 times the impact of traditional advertising because positive media coverage is considered to be an independent, third-party endorsement for your company. Here are four PR strategies you can start today to improve your brand recognition: 1. Who do you think the people were pulling for in that epic battle?

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Tomorrow People

MARCH 2, 2012

Once upon a time, PR for business used to be simply about gaining coverage in the local and national press. Today, many businesses continue to undertake their own PR activities, or buy in PR support to help boost their profile. ” Content is still an essential part of an effective PR campaign.

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Webbiquity

DECEMBER 26, 2012

Public relations (PR) or media relations has long been treated as its own world, separate from marketing. An online ad may be marketing, but the credibility built through PR makes prospective buyers more likely to click on it. So how exactly does PR support SEO efforts? What are today’s best practices for B2B PR?

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Webbiquity

AUGUST 1, 2023

This means doing keyword research (determining the best keyword phrases to target based on a combination of relatively search volume and low competition or difficulty); mapping the selected keywords to specific pages; then optimizing the navigation, content, URL, and other elements of on-page SEO for each page.

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Chris Koch

NOVEMBER 12, 2010

Thanks for the great comments on last week’s post, “Is the Era of PR Over.&# Okay, so if the traditional model for PR is failing, what do we do instead? Most journalists have discovered social media as an important research tool. I’m not saying we fire all PR people. This is the new primary role for PR.

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Sprout Social

APRIL 29, 2024

Whether it’s an unfavorable comment, review, social media post or press mention, without action, these incidents can spread like wildfire online and become a full-blown PR crisis. So take your time to research and choose one that fits your organization’s needs and budget. Ready to start boosting your reputation?

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Chris Koch

NOVEMBER 5, 2010

Among the many interesting ideas thrown around at ITSMA’s annual conference this week was that the era of PR is over. First, let’s define what PR means from the perspective of the customer (i.e., Looked at this way, there are only two types of PR: Guard dog PR and placement PR. Guard dog PR. Placement PR.

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Webbiquity

MARCH 12, 2012

What is the distinction between “traditional” public relations (PR) and online / interactive / social PR? One part of the confusion stems from the fact that in PR, as in many other crafts, the tools change and advance but the fundamental skills required remain the same.

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Webbiquity

JANUARY 12, 2011

Social media marketing, online PR and SEO are three tactics that are all powerful on their own, but have far more impact when used in a coordinated, synergistic manner. Which online tools are most helpful for PR pros? What does the future hold for online / interactive / social PR? Interactive PR Guides, Tips and Tools.

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Zoominfo

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

When you’re trying to make 30 or 40 calls and have meaningful conversations, you need as much time to prep for those calls as possible, versus doing all that research across five different websites or services.” If you bought a press release from us a year ago, we’d try to sell you more press releases.

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KoMarketing Associates

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

In a few weeks, I’ll be heading down to NYC for SMX East where I’ll be speaking on the panel “ Competitive Research for SEO.” Competitive research is an interesting part of SEO. While I don’t want to give the entire presentation away, I do want to provide some tips on where to begin your competitive research and what to look for.

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Champion Communications

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Research target audience: It is crucial to understand the target audience you are trying to engage with. PR outreach: Build relationships with local journalists and influencers to gain press coverage and endorsements. So, what steps can businesses take to ensure they can overcome this challenge?

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Webbiquity

SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

And as any blogger can tell you, PR pros understand this, as witnessed by the incredible increase in blogger outreach “pitches&# from corporate PR departments and firms over the past two years. Pros & Cons of Applying Social Media to Traditional PR Campaigns by Howell Marketing Strategies. How Is PR Changing?

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Zoominfo

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Their rapid growth recalls some of the most durable tech-driven shifts of modern history, with research by Bloomberg suggesting the generative AI market will grow to $1.3 This can help illuminate brand perception and identify opportunities for improvement while reducing the time that would otherwise be spent on manual research.

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Webbiquity

APRIL 5, 2010

Interactive PR, sometimes called social PR, is a combination of search-optimizing press releases, creating social media releases through tools like PitchEngine , blogger outreach and the use of social media to promote company news and announcements. Interactive PR Resources. PRChannel. ** 5 Stars.

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Bluetext

APRIL 14, 2023

So much of Bluetext’s PR and marketing work with government contractors and IT providers involves a keen understanding of how government buyers evaluate, procure and deploy technologies and services – and the messages that resonate most with them. Artificial Intelligence and automation can equate to fears of employees being replaced.

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Valasys

MARCH 14, 2023

As a result, depending on the campaigns’ objectives, the actual implementation of any two PR campaigns can look very different. To manage, track, and monitor your clients’ PR efforts as well as those of your own company if you want to increase your earned media efforts, you may need a few tools.

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Hubspot

MAY 4, 2017

However, there seems to be one part of the news-making equation that has so far been given a free pass, and that’s the information provided to newsrooms by PR. Something has to give in this scenario, which means an increasing percentage of journalistic output is reliant on the information fed through by PR. editor, reporter etc.).

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BenchmarkONE

JULY 29, 2020

Learning the values and strengths of marketing and PR separately is the best way to start using them for your business effectively. At the core, marketing supports selling a particular product or service, whereas PR is used to create a positive image for the overall brand. . PR-Related Tasks. PR is all about who you know.

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Schubert B2B

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

B2B PR , although more specific because it involves businesses promoting their products and services to other businesses, still covers a lot of communications territory. Of these, print and digital media relations are an important part of B2B PR. This results in quality B2B PR placements that will reach your key audience.

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Schubert B2B

JULY 20, 2018

That way you’re guaranteed to have at least 12 press releases to distribute to your key trade pubs. It’s important to research the editorial calendar topic needs of your target publications to look for issues, features, special sections or web opportunities that are a fit for your news. Plan Ahead. Editorial Calendars.

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