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Finding the Inspiration to Pitch

PRSay

The common thread among these examples is one thing that these savvy pitching pros did: They exercised their mere humanity and asked their media contacts a useful question, but only after they proved to be worthwhile sources. Mackenzie Nestor, an agency pro in Indiana, was reaching out to a Wall Street Journal writer. A real appeal.

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Agency Life 101: Julie Staadecker, Account Director

Shift Communications

The best thing about PR – especially in agency life – is the crazy, fast-paced environment. As a data-driven agency, we focus our efforts in concrete evidence and research. It’s definitely an exercise in prioritization. Julie gives us insight into her role and offers lessons learned and advice for fellow PR pros.

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Treat Your Communications Counselors Like Your Lawyers

Solo PR Pro

So why expect your PR person to talk with a reporter and tell them to not print that statement you made to them in an interview? The same comparison is true of a big PR/Communications agency vs a boutique or solo practitioner. Maybe that lawyer did ask, but the judge ultimately decided if it was dismissed or allowed into the record.

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Launch Marketing: Launch PR Strategy to Maximize your Brand Post Launch

5W PR

There are both free and paid press release services that will distribute your press release to various news agencies. You can also have physical coupons that are sent out in the mail, included in print ads or posted on bulletin boards. For example, always include details such as dates, locations, and contact information.

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10 Do’s And Don’ts For Better PR Ideas

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

People often ask how agencies come up with great ideas for public relations campaigns. Agency teams will answer this question differently owing to their unique sector experience and orientation, but there are commonalities. In a recent conversation with agency peers, a dirty little secret was revealed. Do work backward.

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Post Launch Marketing Strategy

5W PR

There are both free and paid press release service that will distribute your press release to various news agencies. You can also have physical coupons that are sent out in the mail, included in print ads or posted on bulletin boards.In For example, always include details such as dates, locations and contact information. Live Events.

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Gift Guide Pitching: Christmas in October (And September and August and July…)

Shift Communications

Now that we’re getting closer to holiday madness, gift guide pitching is top of mind for agencies with a consumer portfolio. Here are few tips for last minute pitching before the opportunities close: Don’t bother with long lead: Know who writes for the print issue of the publication and who writes for online. Peter McCormack.