BuzzStream Digital PR and Link Building Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

In this episode, Vince Nero sits down with Thea Chippendale, the mind behind the PR Insider newsletter, to discuss her journey from agency life to freelance success. Thea shares her experiences with viral moments, including her famous Tinder dress story, and offers practical advice on navigating the freelance PR world. Learn about effective time management techniques, avoiding burnout, and the importance of community and networking. Thea also provides tips on self-marketing, managing client relationships, and leveraging emotions for viral campaign success. Tune in for invaluable insights into traditional and digital PR, freelancing, and maintaining a positive mindset in the industry. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:53 - Thea Chippendale's Viral Moments 00:04:04 - From Viral Sensation to PR Professional 00:06:05 - Navigating the Freelance PR World 00:06:08 - Balancing Traditional and Digital PR 00:10:28 - Building a Support Network as a Freelancer 00:13:49 - Managing Costs and Tools in Freelance PR 00:16:54 - Avoiding Burnout and Staying Organized 00:21:03 - Marketing Yourself as a Freelance PR 00:22:14 - Marketing Yourself as a PR Professional 00:23:15 - The Importance of Being a Nice Person 00:24:11 - Identifying and Avoiding Red Flag Clients 00:27:22 - Securing and Managing Ideal Clients 00:29:27 - Essential Skills for Freelancers 00:32:14 - The PR Insider Newsletter 00:37:59 - Finding Inspiration for Creative Campaigns 00:41:57 - The Emotional Element in Viral Campaigns 00:44:16 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts Links mentioned in the video: https://www.theprinsider.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/posts/thea-chippendale-84349612b_ive-been-freelance-for-officially-a-year-activity-7224301757567246336-nVIq https://www.linkedin.com/posts/thea-chippendale-84349612b_an-hbo-intern-accidentally-sent-a-mass-blank-activity-7067399394823688192-bUMB https://www.notion.so/ https://www.stayinsession.com/ https://designtaxi.com/ https://lbbonline.com/ https://www.famouscampaigns.com/ https://riseatseven.com/work/the-future-gamer-game/ 🔎 Check out the full post https://bit.ly/3Y5T8nT 🤝 Our website: https://www.buzzstream.com 🌎 Follow us on X: @buzzstream ✉️ Subscribe to the newsletter: https://www.buzzstream.com/newsletter/ 📢 Subscribe to our Podcast: On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1DYD9Id... On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

In this episode of the BuzzStream Podcast, host Vince Nero interviews Britt Klontz and Jaclyn Lambert, digital PR consultants and hosts of the We Earn Media podcast. The discussion covers crucial aspects of the digital PR landscape, including the industry's shift from traditional link-building to digital PR, journalists' challenges, strategies for creating impactful campaigns, and the importance of relationship-building in securing media coverage. They also touch on the value of unlinked mentions and media placements in SEO. Jaclyn and Britt share tactical advice on subject lines, personalization, and leveraging different PR tactics to achieve both SEO and branding goals. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Welcome to the BuzzStream Podcast 00:00:07 Introducing Our Guests: Britt Klontz and Jaclyn Lambert 00:01:51 The State of Digital PR 00:03:11 Challenges in the Media Landscape 00:07:21 Effective Follow-Up Strategies 00:12:21 Content Ideation and Quality Pitches 00:18:01 Diverse Tactics in Digital PR 00:20:13 Strategic Approaches in PR 00:25:19 Experimenting with Traditional Link Building 00:26:14 The Value of In-House Teams 00:26:42 Freelancing and Client Goals 00:27:29 PR vs. SEO: Client Perspectives 00:28:43 Evolving PR Strategies 00:29:48 Quality Over Quantity in PR 00:31:47 Digital PR's Role in SEO 00:35:13 The Value of Media Placements Beyond Backlinks 00:41:11 Tactical Advice for Small Brands 00:42:50 Personalization in PR Pitches 00:45:51 Building Relationships with Journalists 00:49:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Links mentioned in the video: We Earn Media Podcast - https://weearnmedia.com

Vada Communications (Britt Klontz) - https://vadacommunications.com

Jaclyn Lambert PR Consulting - https://jaclynlambert.com 🔎 Check out the full post https://bit.ly/3XI3A4C 🤝 Our website: https://www.buzzstream.com 🌎 Follow us on X: @buzzstream ✉️ Subscribe to the newsletter: https://www.buzzstream.com/newsletter/

I sat down with James Brockbank, founder of Digitaloft, at their Digital PR Summit in Manchester to discuss content relevance in digital PR. Join us as James shares his expertise in: - Understanding Google's patents and their integration into digital PR. - Analyzing the relevancy of PR campaigns and links. - Tactical advice for content ideation and maintaining relevance in digital PR. And much more. Time Stamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:20 - Digital PR Relevancy Problem 00:08:46 - Defining Digital PR

00:11:18 - Broad Topic/News Sites

00:13:35 - Analyzing Topical Authority 00:17:58 - SEO vs Marketing 00:25:05 - Understanding Google's Algorithm

00:26:13 - Analyzing Link Profiles 00:36:00 - Ideation Process at Digitaloft 00:47:40 - Addressable Market 00:52:31 - Narrow Scope Projects Links Mentioned in the Video: - Google's Natural Language Understanding Tool: https://cloud.google.com/natural-language/docs/basics

- IBM Watson API - https://developer.ibm.com/components/watson-apis/

- Google's Quality Rater Guidelines - https://services.google.com/fh/files/misc/hsw-sqrg.pdf- Digitaloft- https://digitaloft.co.uk/

- James' LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-brockbank/

- James' X profile - https://x.com/BrockbankJames 🔎 Check out the full post: https://bit.ly/4bCDRj2 🤝 Our website: https://www.buzzstream.com 📫 Join our mailing list https://www.buzzstream.com/newsletter/ 🌎 Follow us on X / @buzzstream

In this new podcast, Nick LeRoy, owner of SEOjobs.com, discusses what it takes to get a job in SEO in 2024. In this video, you'll learn: - Skills needed to succeed in SEO and link building today. - The evolution of the SEO job market - How and where to learn SEO if you're just starting out And much more. Time Stamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:36 - Why did you launch seojobs.com? 00:05:03 - Has the job market for link builders changed in the past few years? 00:06:32 - Is SEOjobs international or just US-based? 00:07:24 - Do UK link builders use the term digital PR instead of link building? 00:07:50 - Do larger brands also shift towards a digital PR link building approach? 00:09:14 - Do larger clients naturally get links due to their brand recognition? 00:14:20 - How has the skill set for new link builders changed? 00:16:28 - Where should people find trustworthy information about SEO when they are just starting out? 00:17:11 - How do beginners build a reliable toolkit for SEO? 00:21:21 - Should beginners start with an in-house role or an agency role? 00:24:10 - Where do you go to find quality SEO information and how do you verify it? 00:31:13 - How do you maintain a work-life balance with your various responsibilities? 00:34:23 - How do you manage stress from Google core updates and AI developments? 00:38:20 - Is SEO a career you would recommend to someone interested in the field? 🛠️ Links mentioned in the video: Nick's site: https://nickleroy.com/ Learning SEO: learningseo.io SEO for Lunch Newsletter: seoforlunch.com SEO Roundtable: seoroundtable.com Search Engine Land: searchengineland.com Search Engine Journal: searchenginejournal.com SEO Jobs board: https://www.seojobs.com 💻 See the full post: https://bit.ly/3VYUalX 🤝 Our website: https://www.buzzstream.com 🌎 Follow us on X / @buzzstream 📢 Subscribe to our Podcast: On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1DYD9IdKbALuWtlCs1IJVI On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/buzzstream-podcast/id1737236314

Welcome to the BuzzStream podcast!

In this episode, Vince Nero chats with Helena Maniglia, Head of Digital PR at Reboot Online.

Dive into the world of crafting effective subject lines for your digital PR campaigns with insights from Helena's comprehensive study.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:07 - Can you lay out the methodology for your study?

00:02:35 - Are those headline types primarily what you all send at Reboot?

00:03:22 - What industries did you send to?

00:04:05 - Why do you think subject lines with questions have had a 13 percent lower open rate than headlines without questions?

00:04:43 - Could you give us an example of a question subject line?

00:06:29 - So, if I were writing a post about, say, the 10 best beaches in the UK, what would a subject line question be?

00:08:30 - Why do you think open rates weren't impacted by subject lines with keywords like data, study, or survey?

00:09:34 - Did you test anything like including the word "exclusive"?

00:10:24 - Are there any other keywords besides "survey" or "data" that people should avoid?

00:11:37 - Can you clarify what you mean by a listicle subject line?

00:13:28 - Why do you think buzzwords helped open rates?

00:14:48 - Using our beaches example, are you saying it would make sense to try to find some type of event or buzzword that you can kind of tie that to?

00:16:20 - Is it better to tie these keywords or buzzwords in the ideation stage, or do you find it doesn't really matter?

00:18:34 - What subject line do you use for a feeler email?

00:19:53 - Do you recommend brainstorming lots of potential subject lines before choosing the best?

00:20:52 - Is that in Slack or do you have a formalized process?

00:21:18 - Can you expand on what it means to tailor the headline to a journalist?

00:22:52 - How far do you get into personalizing per journalist?

00:24:28 - Is personalization more about understanding the journalist's preferences?

00:24:57 - Do you feel like there's ever a time when you should definitely personalize vs not?

00:26:35 - Are there tips that you have for speeding up personalization?

00:28:34 - Why is the subject line word length so important?

00:32:06 - Any final thoughts on the study?

00:33:52 - Did you ever experiment with putting the website name in the subject line?

00:35:06 -How do you feel about RE: or FWD: as a subject line tactic?

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- Reboot's Case Study: https://www.buzzstream.com/blog/reboot-case-study/

- Reboot Online: https://www.rebootonline.com/us/

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- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenamaniglia

- Twitter: https://x.com/helenamlemos

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This podcast episode explores reactive PR with digital PR expert Mark Rofe. Join us as Mark delves into: 🔥 The Warren Buffet approach to PR and finding the sweet spot for reactive PR pitching. 🔥 Strategies for planned and unplanned reactive PR. 🔥 Tips for high-quality, relevant pitches tailored to journalists' interests.

And much more. Some major takeaways for me are: 1. Reactive PR can be divided into planned (e.g., holidays, scheduled events) and unplanned (e.g., unexpected company layoffs, natural disasters) components. Prepare for both types to maximize opportunities. 2. High-media-interest topics are likely to get more coverage but are also more competitive. Low-media-interest topics might yield fewer but more targeted placements. 3. The window of opportunity can be very short, sometimes just a few hours. Being plugged into real-time updates and having pre-prepared comments can help. 4. For planned events, prepare different potential comments in advance and get pre-approval from clients. This allows you to react instantly when the event occurs. 5. Create a list of journalists who have covered similar stories in the past. This list should be updated regularly to account for their roles or beats changes. 6. Focus on sending high-quality, relevant pitches rather than mass emailing. Tailor your pitches to the journalists’ interests and recent work to increase the chances of coverage. 7. To ensure that the comments or insights you provide are authoritative and relevant, ask, “Would I (or your client) be comfortable talking on TV about this topic?” 8. Include relevant keywords in your email subject lines and comments. This increases the likelihood that journalists will find your past pitches when searching for sources on similar topics in the future. Time Stamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction
00:01:41 - Differentiating Newsjacking and Reactive PR
00:03:45 - The Role of Reactive PR in Your Toolkit
00:07:01 - Observing a Drop-Off in Pitch Read Rates
00:08:20 - Explaining the Reactive PR Matrix
00:10:40 - Media Interest Levels and Coverage Impact
00:14:30 - Scaling Reactive PR Approaches
00:16:48 - Workflow for a Reactive PR Approach
00:19:03 - Tools for Monitoring New Trends in Reactive PR
00:20:57 - Building a Mini Newsroom
00:23:17 - Timeframe for Formulating Ideas and Pitches
00:24:54 - Building a Target List of Journalists
00:26:31 - Identifying Authority Topics
00:28:55 - Validating Prospects Before Pitching
00:32:15 - Formulating Lists Ahead of Time vs. On the Fly
00:35:00 - Assessing Relevance and Authority for Pitches
00:37:53 - Importance of Where and How You Reach Out
00:40:24 - Inspiration Behind Creating a Digital PR Course
00:42:34 - Sourcing Ideas and Inspiration for the Newsletter Links mentioned in the video: Digital PR Newsletter: https://digitalprnewsletter.com Digital PR Course: https://digitalprcourse.com 🔎 Check out the full post https://bit.ly/4bFBtce 🤝 Our website: https://www.buzzstream.com 🌎 Follow us on X /@buzzstream 📢 Subscribe to our Podcast: On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1DYD9IdKbALuWtlCs1IJVI On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/buzzstream-podcast/id1737236314

🚀 Dive deep into link building with Aaron Anderson from Linkpitch.io! I wanted to reach out to someone in the link building trenches to find out what works these days. Aaron shares his expert insights on what truly works in link building today amidst rapid industry changes, including the Helpful Content update and AI advancements. 🔗 Main Takeaways: - Content should target those who have the power to link, not just your audience. - Freemium models in SaaS significantly enhance link-building potential. - Authenticity in outreach is crucial; never claim to have read something you haven't. - Quickly identifying and avoiding link farms is critical to successful link building. - Sites that overly promote "write for us" can be red flags. - The diversity of links from broken link building can be highly beneficial. - Consistency in link acquisition often outweighs the need for perfect link sources. - Risk assessment is key in choosing the right link building strategies. - Even in competitive SEO, link exchanges are alive and well, if used judiciously. 🕒 Time Stamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Background

00:01:10 - What’s the best content approach you’ve seen lately?

00:02:06 - What happens if a client wants links but has no content to pitch?

00:04:03 - Is there a cost-benefit analysis for link building for SaaS companies building a freemium tool?

00:04:47 - What is the link building strategy for a freemium tool?

00:06:26 - How would you define content that’s valuable for pitching?

00:08:20 - What do you think about content relevancy in link building?

00:10:00 - What are some of the main reasons that you think link building fails?

00:11:35 - What constitutes fake flattery in link building outreach?

00:12:22 - How specific do you get when personalizing?

00:13:31 - What does your workflow look like from start to finish of a link building campaign?

00:15:05 - What do you look at when you're evaluating a site?

00:15:38 - But wait, how do you how can you tell if a site is run by real people?

00:17:19 - How do you feel about sites advertising “write for us”?

00:18:08 - Has Helpful Content changed the way you build links?

00:19:47 - Are you doing link insertion? 

00:21:58 - Does Broken Link Building Work?

00:22:56 - And Does Page Depth Matter?

00:24:04 - What do you mean by relationship link building?

00:24:43 - What’s Your Take on Link Exchanges?

00:27:11 - Are you seeking out link exchanges in those cases?

00:30:53 - How important is it to diversify your link strategy?

00:33:14 - How do you approach a new client?

00:35:54 - Do you think Google uses any quality or relevancy metric when looking at a backlink portfolio?

00:37:38 - Do you always need content first before starting link building?

00:00:40:01 - Is Your Podcast Let's Talk Link Building Still Going?

00:40:53 - What are some of your biggest link building takeaways or tips from your podcast? For more insights and detailed discussions, check out the full transcript below. 🔎 Read the Full Interview: https://bit.ly/3JZ9ubk🤝 Visit our website for more resources: https://www.buzzstream.com 🌟 Follow us on social media / @buzzstream for updates and more tips! #SEO #LinkBuilding #DigitalMarketing

Dive into the world of internal linking with Nate Matherson on today's episode as we explore his new SEO tool, Positional, and much more! Join us as we uncover the strategies behind effective internal linking, the launch of Positional, and insightful discussions from the latest episode of the Optimize podcast. Here's what we delve into: - The importance of internal linking in SEO and how it can significantly boost your site's traffic. - Tips on optimizing internal links without overdoing it and why not all links are created equal. - Insights into Positional's development, unique features, and how it streamlines the SEO and content marketing processes. And much more. Time Stamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:23 - Icebreaker: What's a cool piece of content you've seen that's inspiring or super creative? 00:02:45 - What can you tell us about your new SEO tool, Positional? 00:06:25 - Does Positional have analytics capabilities? 00:08:58 - Could you tell us more about Positional's internal linking tool? 00:11:49 - What are some best practices for internal linking? 00:16:55 - How many internal links should a user have to each page? 00:18:32 - Does internal linking have a measurable effect on ranking? 00:20:27 - What is PageRank sculpting? 00:23:54 - What should digital PRs know about internal linking? 00:25:24 - How did you ideate content for LendEDU? 00:28:50 - How different is your link building strategy in the SaaS space? 00:30:14 - How much traction do you get from LinkedIn these days? 00:32:35 - Is LinkedIn something you recommend investing in for founders, CEOs, and leadership? Links mentioned in the video: Glenn Allsopp’s article on who controls search: https://detailed.com/google-control/ Cyrus Shepard’s Study on Internal Linking: https://zyppy.com/seo/internal-links/seo-study/ Nate’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natematherson/ Nate’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/NateMatherson 🏷️ #SEO #ContentMarketing #DigitalMarketing #linkbuilding #linkbuildingseo 🔎 Check out the full post: https://bit.ly/4aYASBV 🤝 Our website: https://www.buzzstream.com 🌎 Follow us on X / @buzzstream

In this episode, we delve into the nuanced landscape of digital PR, comparing strategies between the U.S. and the UK. Our guest, Will Hobson from Rise at Seven, shares his expertise on how digital PR has evolved, leveraging storytelling for brand impact and the nuances of navigating the digital PR space in both regions. We explore the origins of digital PR, its importance beyond link-building, and how to measure the success of digital PR campaigns, even when they don't directly link back to SEO metrics. Join us as Will uncovers the critical differences in digital PR practices across the Atlantic. Will offers valuable insights for brands and agencies aiming to adapt and thrive in the ever-evolving digital realm. Whether leveraging trends, pitching with precision, or understanding the cultural context, this discussion is packed with actionable advice for elevating your digital PR strategy. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:15 - What is Digital PR? 00:04:08 - Is it Digital PR if no links are involved? 00:06:28 - Selling Digital PR 00:09:30 - Differences between digital PR in the US vs UK 00:12:49 - What can the US learn from the UK? 00:14:13 - Do you communicate with in-house PR teams? 00:16:18 - How to tailor stories to the market 00:19:53 - Does reactive PR work in the US? 00:22:20 - Local/regional projects in the US 00:24:59 - Ideating for B2B brands 00:28:12 - Setting expectations 00:30:04 - Communicating conversions from digital PR campaigns 00:31:55 - Using different tools in different locations? 00:33:43 - Tips for agencies or brands thinking about pitching in the UK vs US 00:35:01 - Tips for outreach strategies in the UK vs US 00:36:38 - What do you mean by "story"? 00:38:20 - Headlines equal story 00:40:42 - How to leverage a trend for digital PR 00:42:58 - Can you leverage trends for a tent-pole piece? 00:44:55 - Tips for opening a new office in a new market 00:46:05 - Recap Resources discussed: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hobsonwilliam/

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Discover the art and strategy of email pitching to journalists in this insightful episode of the BuzzStream podcast, featuring Hannah Smith of Worderist. Vince Nero, BuzzStream's Director of Content Marketing, sits down with Hannah to dissect the nuances of personalization in pitches. Learn how to make your pitches irresistible to journalists by understanding what personalization truly means and when it's essential. In this episode, we dive into: -The debate over personalization in pitches: When is it necessary, and when could it be perceived as insincere or even counterproductive? - The significance of crafting pitches that journalists can quickly understand and see the relevance of, focusing on the story rather than fluff. - Strategies for ensuring your pitches are not only tailored but also packed with the essential details journalists need to write their stories efficiently. And much more. Time Stamps: 00:01:28 - Should you personalize your emails? 00:06:28 - Are there any instances you would personalize? 00:07:05 - Does personalization and relevancy get confused sometimes? 00:09:57 - Why is it bad to over-personalize emails? 13:15 - What do you think makes a good story pitchable? 00:21:20 - How do you ensure your ideas aren't lost from ideation to creation to pitching? 00:24:12 - How do you ensure that the outreach team kind of captures the essence of a story? 00:28:40 - How do you make sure a story will stand out? 00:33:44 - What's the difference between assetless pitching and content led pitching? 00:35:29 - How do KPIs or goals change for content-led vs asset-less? 00:41:25 - What is your take on getting homepage links vs product page links vs content links? 00:44:01 - How do you speak to clients when a digital PR campaign doesn't do what they thought it would do? 00:49:46 - Are there industries where links matter more than others? Links mentioned in the video: HARO (Help a Reporter Out) now called Connectively: https://www.connectively.us/ Qwoted: https://www.qwoted.com/ JournalRequest on Twitter: https://twitter.com/journo_request?lang=en Muck Rack Study on Personalization: https://info.muckrack.com/state-of-journalism-2024 Hannah posts: https://worderist.com/2024/02/02/the-pros-and-cons-of-hero-or-content-led-digital-pr/ Hannah + Britt Klontz interview Surena Chande: https://worderist.com/2024/02/27/what-journalists-want-from-prs-highlights-from-our-free-workshop/ 🔎 Check out the full post: https://bit.ly/4agRZPl 🤝 Our website: https://www.buzzstream.com 🌎 Follow us on X / @buzzstream 📢 Subscribe to our Podcast: On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1DYD9IdKbALuWtlCs1IJVI On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/buzzstream-podcast/id1737236314 #DigitalPR, #linkbuilding