PR Fuel

MARCH 22, 2022

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. Explore media outlets outside of newspapers, too. Start Writing. Build a List.

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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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PR for Anyone

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

This is what you use to attract and pitch the media. Here are some tips to create newsworthy story ideas: 1) Take a national trend or study and show how it relates to the local market (Trulia, Inman, Realtor.com and other regularly do studies and research). 2) Niche what you do and pitch around that. People upsizing?

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Deirdre Breakenridge

MARCH 25, 2015

When I started out in PR, my focus was building relationships with the media who were mostly print journalists at newspapers and trade publications. As I found editorial success for my agency’s clients, I was able to branch out and pitch radio and television broadcast opportunities. Be flexible in your pitch.

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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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Ishmael's Corner

SEPTEMBER 28, 2014

That’s why I was intrigued when I heard that Muck Rack (in cooperation MDC Partners) surveyed a cross section of journalists — newspapers, magazines, trade publications, etc. — to learn how they like to be pitched. Regarding ideal pitch length —. Reuben didn’t write a book on the topic). Do your homework.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Being that I’m fresh in the industry I haven’t gotten the chance to write many stories, so for now my most fun story is also the one I’m most proud of. She had an incredibly inspiring story that reminded me how much I love writing profiles on individuals. How do I make people see what I see as important here? Use people.

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Cision

JUNE 10, 2015

Moderated by social media strategist Nichole Kelly , the panelists discussed ongoing transformations in the journalism world, the innovation process that sets USA Today apart from other digital newsrooms and pitching tips for PR pros to better work with outlets like USA Today. The worst pitches are those that are pushy or ignorant.

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PRSay

APRIL 19, 2021

To get started on the foundation of your program, think about how to integrate owned and earned media — and how to get the most out of both. To do that, though, you have to think about how to use your content and media contacts to help your website rank on the first page of Google results.

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PR Fuel

MAY 13, 2021

Before you start writing, it’s important to know how to submit a press release. You can research different media outlets, including: Radio TV Newspapers Blogs Social media. That way, you can write the subject line with the reader in mind. Journalists receive hundreds of PR pitches every day. A Greeting.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 18, 2022

When I was writing about appliances in Louisville, GE was starting to push induction cooktops. I’m not writing as much as I used to, but I’ve been really proud of the work my staff has been doing since I joined IndustryWeek. I didn’t write any of them, and in most cases, my edits were minimal.

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PR Fuel

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

You could pitch individual newspapers and magazines. But you’ll have to spend time writing individual pitches based on those publications. That takes time, and you may spend more time on it than you did writing the press release. One of those things is how well-known a website is. Increase Traffic.

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PR for Anyone

MARCH 31, 2020

So, instead of us trying to pitch reporters on our time, which is normally what happens, what's happening now is we are getting in front of them on their time. You may consider writing blogs that are relevant to worldwide happenings so that more people can find you online, or you can use social media platforms like Twitter.

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PRSay

JANUARY 19, 2017

the number of pitches they send out) with working hard at their jobs. Here’s the thing—most of the pitches I receive for Spin Sucks are ice cold. If you’re sending cold pitches to journalists without building relationships with them first, you’re wasting your time. If only it were that simple! Keep this up every week.

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PR Insiders

MAY 5, 2021

But regardless of that ultimate audience, your first audience is always the editors, reporters, TV producers or others who receive your press release or pitch. So, how do you do that these days, when some news agencies have cut staff, leaving the journalists who are still employed swamped with work? CISION-State of the Media Report.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JANUARY 10, 2022

Those experiences helped shape my world view and taught me how to report in difficult situations with patience and empathy, which is a practice I try to take to every story. I might write about a local company or service I never knew existed, and the next day might be an enterprise piece about electric vehicles or the steel industry.

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MaccaPR

APRIL 18, 2017

Now that I’ve morphed from journalist to public relations guy, I’m aware of how vital it is to target precisely the right reporter – so you avoid becoming the PR pro who pitches the launch of a new Caramel Coconut Cherry ice cream flavor to a reporter who is dedicated to covering Islamic fundamentalism in Qatar.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 30, 2018

For a better understanding of the mechanics of PR, from creating media pitches that work to delivering a well-crafted results report, no one does it better than the Cision Blog. Better Writing Blogs. This awesome blog is a how-to for brands looking to package and distribute the best stories from within their organizations.

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PR Insiders

AUGUST 26, 2021

Once you’ve sent a pitch, a press release, or an article to a journalist, should you follow up if you don’t receive a response? And if so, how long should you wait? Your pitch could have become lost in their clutter of email. The answer to the first question is “yes.” After all, who knows?

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Cision

OCTOBER 6, 2016

It’s everything from becoming a regular contributor on a media website to having a newspaper or trade publication write about you to appearing on the noon news to talk about your company. This is the PR industry’s bread and butter, most often referred to as publicity or media relations. Shared Media.

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Cision

AUGUST 17, 2016

I write a lot here about the importance of press releases , as well as how to write them , but don’t get it twisted: there’s far more to a successful press release than simply writing and publishing one. But I’ve already covered writing killer headlines , make-’em-move calls to action and juicy quotes.

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PR Fuel

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Forming relationships with the people at your local radio, newspaper, and TV station can really help promote your business! It’s also important to pitch stories and ideas to the media whenever your business is having a special sale, event, or advertising campaign. Learn How to Write a Great Press Release.

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Barokas

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

As a reporter, I was often tasked with writing 1,500 words on a nonsense subject. If you can write that much on why army green complements horizontal stripes, you can spin a story out of anything. Give me a new product or a service and I’ll give you a press release and several different pitch angles.

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5W PR

APRIL 8, 2021

Before the internet, press releases used to only get sent to journalists, and if they were considered to be subpar by the newspaper, they would never get published. Before Writing a Press Release. Once you know your purpose and the 5 W’s, you are ready to write. How to Write the Best Press Release? Newsworthy.

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Public Relations Sydney

DECEMBER 14, 2014

Great content is essential to creating a media pitch but this is not enough for a journalist to take notice. Over time contacting a journalist with a pitch has evolved from a phone call to an email as journalists have limited time and prefer to be contacted via their inbox, but don’t be discouraged you can still follow up with a phone call.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Every part of the industry has had to recalibrate and figure out how to design, build, sell and advertise vehicles in this new environment. I recently did a piece that gave a behind-the-scenes look at how FCA’s user-experience team has had to fine-tune the new Uconnect 5 infotainment system during the pandemic while everyone works from home.

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PRSay

JUNE 18, 2019

One example of meeting the needs of social media: The guidance we added last year on how to “quote” emoji. How do you decide on updates to the book, and how frequently do you amend the online version? Writing in AP style means they’re speaking the language of the people they are pitching.

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PR Fuel

DECEMBER 14, 2021

This guide will discuss how to write a press release and how to effectively send one to people who want to learn more about your company. The end goal of a press release is having journalists write about your news. Knowing when and how to pitch media members is key to securing coverage. Create a Media List.

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Cision

MAY 4, 2016

Before you pitch a journalist, you must think about how your story adds value for your audience. In this interview, Rich shares the similarities between journalists and communication professionals, the steps to developing a successful media strategy and how to build strong relationships with journalists. Everyone wins.

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Solo PR Pro

FEBRUARY 11, 2016

In this post, we walk you through the process of how to create a bylined article that media outlets will notice and want to publish. Some questions to consider as part of this preliminary process include: Why are you writing this article? Writing the article. Perfecting the pitch. Initial preparation. What is the problem?

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Beyond PR

MARCH 6, 2018

Considering the culmination of traditional advertisements (newspaper, TV, radio and billboards) and digital advertisements (banner ads, pop-ups and sponsored posts), how many advertisements a day do you think you’re exposed to? How to Drive Your Content Marketing Priorities. How to Overcome These Hurdles .

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PRSay

JANUARY 8, 2019

29, Matt Charles, APR, presents a webinar titled “ How to Tell Your Organization’s Story to Get Media Coverage.” In today’s media environment, pitching reporters and editors has become a lost art. Sure, go after The New York Times as your boss asked, but don’t forget your local newspapers, TV and radio stations.

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PR Fuel

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Did you know most newspapers publish upwards of 200 articles a day ? Now you need to know how to write a press release that will catch journalists’ attention. You can write a great press release, but people will look right past it. If you’re pitching to local media, then think about the local angle.

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Presspage

JULY 25, 2018

Surely everyone knows by now that stuffy, old-style press releases don’t cut it when reporters are busier than ever and newspapers want multimedia assets for their online editions. Yet ill-considered pitches keep flooding the inboxes of the dwindling number of journalists. How to stand out? Here are a few tips: 1.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 5, 2021

I learned how to cover political/business/labor corruption and I learned how to cover corporate bankruptcies. For many years, I worked with a writing coach named Jim Stasiowski. What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you? If we are a “second tier” pitch, you are insulting me. E-mail is best.

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Cision

AUGUST 9, 2016

In this interview, Brandon shares why brands shouldn’t focus too much on competitors, how to streamline your pitches to journalists and how social media can help your brand in a crisis. I joined the journalism classes writing news articles for the college news website and began studying public relations for my degree.

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Mora Communications

MAY 7, 2015

Whereas you don’t approach a blogger in the same way you would the editor of a newspaper, your presentation still needs to include the same basic compelling elements. He was looking for the validation and credibility that comes from being featured on TV, radio as well as in magazines and newspapers, which we focus on.

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