“Help, I’ve been newsjacked!” Likely, you won’t ever make that cry on a darkened street corner since newsjacking isn’t something that’s done to you; instead, it’s a proven strategy that brands can use to more effectively gain media coverage. While “newsjacking” is a current buzzword, it’s been around for a while. Coined by marketing strategist […]
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In today’s competitive business landscape, companies are constantly seeking ways to stand out from the pack and establish themselves as industry thought leaders. One invaluable yet often-underutilized resource is a company’s subject matter experts (SMEs). Such individuals possess deep knowledge and expertise in their respective areas, making them invaluable assets for marketers. But do you
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We’ve touted before the benefits of press release dissemination. Not too long ago, releases were considered a thing of the past, jilted in favor of social media and digital marketing. However, releases have experienced a resurgence in recent years due to the perceived credibility they offer compared to digital claims in an increasingly cynical world.
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There is a common misconception about what media relations is and what it entails. While social posts, news releases, and blog posts are sources of news, media relations is the process of communicating such news directly to a journalist, in the form of a pitch. Media relations is handled by a company’s communications officer or
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Nothing says Fourth of July like fireworks, especially those large-scale displays at theme parks and shopping malls. If you pay close attention to such displays, you’ll notice that you’re not seeing just one type of pyrotechnic, but a multitude integrated together for maximum impact. Like pyrotechnicians, marketers increasingly understand that just one form of outreach is no longer adequate for fully grabbing the attention of busy buyers these days.
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We are often asked this question here at our agency, particularly by our clients who are budgeting their PR and marketing spend. Should they still be earmarking funds for traditional media? With the rise of social media, aren’t press releases and journalist interviews becoming a thing of the past? Well, yes and no. I
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Back in the days of yore – you know, the late ‘90s – I was an intern for a corporate bank in Buffalo, New York. It was my job each morning to organize the clips sent to us from Reuters. I’d neatly cut them with scissors to fit on a sheet of paper so I
