PR for Anyone

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Landing in the media is as easy as these three steps to a killer media pitch! The hook is the most important aspect of all of your marketing. Get to your pitch quickly and concisely to make it easier for the journalist or producer to give you the yes! Keep these 3 things in mind anytime you plan to pitch the media.

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PR Fuel

JULY 14, 2021

Developing your content marketing strategy can help you boost brand visibility. Learning how to write press releases can help you reach and appeal to your target audience. Here are the nine tips you need when learning how to write a press release. It can also help you communicate your company values.

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PR for Anyone

OCTOBER 7, 2021

When you can pitch yourself as an expert on a topic that is trending online. ” Give the media shareable content by using what is already trending somewhere online and make sure you include that in your pitch as well. You could even add that in your pitch when you send it in that “Hey, this is buzzing online. PR FOR ANYONE.

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Cision

OCTOBER 17, 2017

You probably won’t be surprised to learn that journalists continue to prefer email as the primary means of contact, with more than 90 percent indicating it as the best way to directly pitch a story idea. You also may not be surprised that there is a lot of conflicting advice about how to make your email pitches resonate.

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Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

PR pitches earn a 45% open rate and a 3% response rate; the top metrics for marcom and PR by segment; Europe is more satisfied with PR agencies than the U.S. What: PR pitching amidst the continuing media layoffs When: February 22, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. The company’s measures are based on the pitches sent through their systems.

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PR Fuel

AUGUST 12, 2021

About 65% of marketers struggle to create engaging and Google-loved content. About 70% of US companies actively invest in content marketing, too. Consider adding press releases to your content marketing strategy this year. Consider adding press releases to your content marketing strategy this year. Household income.

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Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

We generally suggest you pitch your expertise or story within an hour of the query going out, as that is the typical time frame journalists make up their minds about sources. However, if that is not feasible, you must still pitch within the published deadline. Be Brief HARO pitches should be short, at most 300 words.

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Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

We like articles that introduce new ideas and advance conversations around topics and trends that engage our readers–think op-ed rather than content marketing. We appreciate lively, polished writing that balances research or news with fun and memorable anecdotes or examples that help illustrate your point of view.

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PRSay

OCTOBER 30, 2018

It seems like every few months I see a tweet ripping into a bad PR pitch. The blogger portrayed the pitch as comically superficial. It went against every principle of clear writing that I talk about in my post, trainings and even tweets. Granted, this is a blog that’s well read among the startup’s target market — millennials.

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Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

It should be part of any growing brand’s marketing toolkit, and it may just become a key part of your brand’s strategy -- as it should. Here’s how to ensure public relations continues to play a role in your marketing strategy: Amplify your message. Your goal when pitching should be to bring value to the reader.

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Rock the Status Quo

DECEMBER 10, 2015

In Arizona, most business publications run their finance issues in November and December; therefore, I expected a frenzy of pitching immediately, followed by a lull. ” Sure enough, two solid weeks of pitching landed two byline articles, and a handful of interviews. Two words: vertical markets. That dreaded lull.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

When considering how to make a brand stronger, business leaders often look to operational influences. One of the ways to achieve this is by harnessing the power of in-person community engagement and event marketing. One of the ways to achieve this is by harnessing the power of in-person community engagement and event marketing.

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Wadds Inc.

MARCH 8, 2023

How to experiment with the use of AI tools in your agency or communication team workflow. Its first customer is Coca-Cola which aims to use generative technology for marketing and consumer experiences. The amount of information in the market is overwhelming and vendors typically oversell solutions.

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Cision

DECEMBER 12, 2017

With this in mind, why not get a piece of that action for your own marketing efforts? . Media leads are a powerful tool, and the key to earning coverage is learning how to really capture people’s interest. They are powerful, and they direct your reader to what makes your pitch stand out. Response Time is Everything.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Professionals across the globe share analysis and perhaps, aspiration, in offering up PR and marketing predictions for 2022. I believe when people write predictions, they aren’t just saying what they think will happen but revealing a reflection of sorts. Tom Pick , Digital Marketing Consultant, Webbiquity , LLC.

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Without changing how we write, publish or use press releases, expecting ever-increasing returns borders on insanity. How long can something last when it doesn’t evolve? More than anything, if you want your release to be newsworthy, make sure it tells a story, is truly “news,” and makes it easy for a journalist to write about.

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PR Fuel

MARCH 22, 2022

Nearly 80% of marketers are adding press releases to their content marketing strategies. Not sure how to distribute press release materials? Then, write your press release with that publication’s target audience in mind. If you want to ensure your release is picked up, dedicate time to the writing process.

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5W PR

MAY 31, 2023

That includes strong communication, writing, and interpersonal skills. In addition, that person should be familiar with social media platforms, marketing principles, and data analytics tools. To develop these skills, people can take courses in public relations, communications, marketing, or business.

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PR Fuel

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

There’s an art to headline writing — but it’s not rocket science. It’s possible to write a headline that always captures attention, you just have to remember the fundamentals. All too often we tend to overcomplicate things when it comes to marketing copy. This blog is here to remind you.

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PR Fuel

AUGUST 19, 2021

The worldwide public relations market is expected to register an annual compound growth rate of 10.2% But how do you build and maintain positive media relationships? Check out these tips on how to foster a beneficial relationship with journalists and media. Keep Your Pitch Clear and Straight to the Point.

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Marketwired

DECEMBER 21, 2015

Whether you’re writing last-minute seasonal blog content or already gearing up for a new year of media pitching (and if you are, we applaud you), a little inspiration can go a long way around now. So, we’ve rounded up the 8 top-performing writing posts from our blog from the past year to help you out. We all make mistakes.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 4, 2018

This year’s graduates are entering the job market at a time of low unemployment and high demand for smart, industry-focused PR talent. So, how to find the perfect first PR job? A job in the corporate communications group of a major company, a position at a nonprofit, or a PR post in a marketing or ad agency are the most common.

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Cision

DECEMBER 18, 2017

With so many moving pieces and parts in your content and social media marketing strategy, it can be challenging to stay on top of it all. But with one key tool, you can not only plan your marketing approach far in advance but also take advantage of specific times of year when certain campaigns will thrive.

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Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

You’ve just completed a great new study, and you’re keen to get journalists to cover your findings, but how do you do that? Writing media pitches for data-led stories or studies is very different from writing a media pitch to promote the launch of a new product, service, or event. What is a Media Pitch?

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Rock the Status Quo

AUGUST 1, 2014

PITCH submission comes from Lindsay Bell, the fabuloso content director over at Spin Sucks. There is a certain irony that, as PR professionals who earn a living based on our pitching skills, our own industry blogs are smothered with a constant deluge of bad pitches. We also run a popular eCommerce marketing blog.

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PR Fuel

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Are you looking to write a press release for your company, but aren’t quite sure how to do it? Check out this guide to learn how to write a press release. Check out this guide to learn how to write a press release. How to Write a Press Release. Write Your Headline.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JULY 17, 2023

Communications, public relations, and marketing messaging can be both proactive and reactive, which may be why they seem so pervasive. Media relations and PR pros must heed Godin’s advice or suffer the consequences of being ignored, or worse, getting blocked by a journalist when trying to pitch them. Watch word counts.

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Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

PR professionals should create thoughtful, data-backed pitches, engage with reporters on social media, send swag (when appropriate), maintain relevant media lists, and manage all follow-through with reporters and journalists. At the same time, PR pros are constantly thinking about how to maximize the reach and impact of their earned media.

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

Best practices for marketing often, if not always, suggest some degree of segmentation for customers or the public. Finding different ways to identify behaviors and differentiate messaging to best suit these personas is crucial for most PR and marketing functions. Architects. Architects” are the most pro-social group of journalists.

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Onclusive

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Leading up to the webinar, we’d like to share an overview of the reasons to work with a PR agency, how an agency can contribute to your communications strategy, tips for selecting the right agency for your business, and how to set expectations for a productive relationship.

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Beyond PR

APRIL 26, 2018

Influencer marketing is an easy way to amplify your brand, right? To build a productive relationship with an influencer you first have to cut through the clutter so that your pitch is heard. To build a productive relationship with an influencer you first have to cut through the clutter so that your pitch is heard.

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PRSay

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Through the years, the PR and comms fields have been attractive landing spots for journalists with their writing and storytelling skills and media prowess. Journalists have excellent communications skills, such as writing and the ability to speak clearly and concisely. Absolutely!

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Landis PR

MAY 1, 2023

While new AI resources for PR and marketing professionals are constantly being developed, we’ve compiled a list of those that have caught our attention for their usefulness, creativity, ingenuity, or expertise. Fortunately, numerous resources are available to help you write an excellent prompt.

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PR for Anyone

OCTOBER 28, 2021

What is the media talking about right now and/or what is relevant right now (seasonality, relevance, etc) and how can you insert yourself into that conversation? You need to understand how to “hook” a journalist in with a great subject line so they read your newsworthy story idea. Google makes that very easy for us!

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Buzzstream

APRIL 25, 2024

I’ll walk you through how to turn your unlinked mentions into links. Option 1: How to Set Up Google Alerts Go to Google Alerts and type in your domain name. Option 2: How to Set Up Talkwalker Alerts I prefer Talkwalker to Google Alerts because it has more advanced filtering options. What Is an Unlinked Mention?

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Sword and the Script

JULY 6, 2021

OnePitch recommends reporters to pitch; ResponseSource shuts down #journorequest curation; Meltwater acquires Owler; Critical Mention adds “cast & crew” TV data. In my own defense, it’s the only one I’ve missed since I started writing the PR Tech Sum roundups 25 months ago. OnePitch feature recommends reporters to pitch.

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Buzzstream

JANUARY 24, 2024

According to a recent study from uSERP , link insertions are used about 10% of the time in link builder’s marketing mix, right behind 13% guest posting. It’s easier than most link building tactics because it doesn’t require writing a new article or guest post on an external site, making this inherently more scalable.

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