PR for Anyone

AUGUST 25, 2022

Most kids went back to school this week and it’s a great time to position yourself as an expert and start pitching the media! Think outside of the box on what value you can provide related to back-to-school and pitch those stories starting today and for about the next 30 days. What can you pitch? It is the end of August.

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PR for Anyone

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

What are you going to pitch the media in October? Pick one of these and start pitching the media today! what you can pitch your local media for the month of October. Think about what you can pitch in October. Follow the Get PR Famous Formula™ so you’re more likely to get the “yes” and start pitching.

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PR for Anyone

APRIL 6, 2022

Although it’s still cold where I am, NOW is the time to start pitching the media all of your spring ideas. What I pitched was that the number one search on Google right now is “how to clean…” People are searching for “cleaning tips” and I’m going to provide it. It’s the start of spring.

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PR for Anyone

MAY 4, 2022

I always like to give my followers ideas for pitching the media. Now that we are into early May I wanted to give you ideas on what to pitch to both national publications and regional publications. It’s important to remember that national publications are 4 months out so in May, we are pitching for October. Have some fun.

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Public Relations Sydney

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Pitching a story idea to the “biggest” and “best” publication is something many people focus on when trying to gain media coverage. However, what is usually forgotten is the local media and that a lot of their audience is most likely in the local vicinity. Building a strong local voice is a vital step in […].

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PR for Anyone

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

How do you get the yes when pitching the media? You pitch them in a way they want to be pitched. You can make their lives so much easier by providing them a pitch that is short and sweet, gets to the point, is easy to read and lets them do a quick scan and know exactly what your story idea is. PR FOR ANYONE.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Here are five areas to consider when pitching international media. . So when devising announcement strategies, be sure to bake in extra lead time to avoid delays or last-minute confusion. Learn local media and publications. media and a data resource to keep track of whom to pitch. Assess local and regional relevance.

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5W PR

APRIL 13, 2022

When companies in the SaaS industry use a sound PR strategy , they benefit from brand awareness, media coverage, and attracting the right consumers. Companies in the SaaS industry can use all of this data to provide insights into their target market or predict industry trends, which can then be pitched to relevant outlets or journalists.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

Tis the season for public relations ‘ best and brightest to wield creative wit and savvy strategy in the name of meaningful holiday media placements. And, despite the calendar, digital media seem to publish holiday-themed news until the 11th hour, so it’s almost never too late to pitch a good idea. Look back at learnings.

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Presspage

AUGUST 5, 2020

Combining the powers of email marketing with an attention-grabbing PR pitch is a winning approach when it comes to major campaigns. A targeted email pitch allows you to reach a wide audience of journalists in an instant, whilst making sure it’s relevant to their ‘beat’ List segmentation done right.

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Presspage

AUGUST 5, 2020

Combining the powers of email marketing with an attention-grabbing PR pitch is a winning approach when it comes to major campaigns. A targeted email pitch allows you to reach a wide audience of journalists in an instant, whilst making sure it’s relevant to their ‘beat’ List segmentation done right.

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5W PR

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Typically for this time of year, businesses and marketers would be focusing on pitching and marketing things around the holiday season. Although the pandemic changed all of that, plenty of media relations professionals found a way to change their strategies according to the current situation.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

If you are planning to launch a new product or business, you need an effective public relations strategy to tell the world about your endeavor. What is a Product Launch Strategy? A product launch strategy is a plan that encompasses tactics and methodology for introducing a new product to market.

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5W PR

DECEMBER 18, 2019

If you are planning to launch a new product or business , you need an effective public relations strategy to tell the world about your endeavor. When thinking about PR strategies, you should not overlook the value of doing live, offline events. Charity Events -You can sponsor local charity events such as concerts or sporting events.

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PR for Anyone

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

To get famous, you want to use my proven strategy I call the Get Famous Formula. This is what you use to attract and pitch the media. Getting local media coverage makes you a star in your community. 2) Niche what you do and pitch around that. It’s how you get the journalist to read your email pitch. It’s Google.

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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. To achieve the desired results, a strong thought leadership strategy from the outset is crucial.

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Cision

MARCH 7, 2017

When pitching a story, reaching the right influencers can be challenging. Cision’s new case study “ AKA Media Drives More Client Coverage With Cision’s Influencer Identification Tools ” showcases the company’s communication strategy to promote its client’s event and how they ultimately landed themselves a spot on the LIVE with Kelly show.

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OnePitch

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

She now conducts proactive media strategy and builds thought leadership programs for clients in digital media and consumer tech. Whether we’re gearing up for an announcement, drafting crisis messaging, or presenting a strategy, each day keeps me on my toes. It was both unique and timely, which made it a successful pitch.

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Cision

JANUARY 22, 2016

Here’s a few themes we’ve complied when pitching one of the toughest, yet most desirable outlets: The New York Times. The paper employs some of the top journalists in the country, and the last thing they want is a tone-deaf pitch. Some columns are merely Q&A, and a press release or pitch may not be useful.

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PR for Anyone

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Pitching things related to the time of year is vital in getting your pitch read, and then covered. In today’s short vide below I go over several sample topics to pitch this month. Remember, these are for local media and national television. What to Pitch When. Timing is everything with media pitches.

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OnePitch

JUNE 16, 2022

For her clients, she routinely develops holistic, personalized communications strategies, secures top-tier media placements, and crafts custom content that furthers their brand objectives. What’s the best pitch of yours that resulted in coverage and what elements made it successful? What made this pitch successful is simple: 1.)

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PR for Anyone

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

I made so many mistakes when I first started pitching. I didn’t realize there was a system and a calendar to pitch the media. I was pitching national magazines a few weeks before I wanted to appear in them. I pitched holiday gift guides in November. Lots of pitching failures led me to figure out the system.

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PRSay

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Placing stories in the media using connections to cultural or health celebrations or observances is a commonly used strategy by communicators. What is preventing us from looking for and pitching media on these stories year-round? Due to the high concentration of similar stories, audience retention will shrink as well.

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Bad Pitch Blog

AUGUST 7, 2012

Your pitch is the stimulus driving an editor to Google the subject of your pitch. From supporting creative briefs to fueling message tracks, reasons to believe are a critical part of any campaign or plan, down to an individual pitch. That strategy is probably a gimcrack. But a pitch is like an object without provenance.

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PRSay

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Sherry, before your agency career, you worked as a reporter for trade publications as well as in local NYC TV news. I was a good writer, researcher and storyteller, and had been on the other side of both print and broadcast pitches, but I did not fully understand all the nuances of public relations prior to joining the agency.

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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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5W PR

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

In today’s competitive brick and mortar and digital marketplaces, a strong public relations strategy has never been more important for small businesses. As more people adopt smartphones and join social networks, a multi-pronged crisis communication and reputation management strategy is critical for small businesses’ long-term success.

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PRSay

DECEMBER 12, 2018

This used to come in the form of commercials on network TV or ads in local papers, but now it’s Facebook ads or YouTube ads. Coming up with great content or story angles is the minimum standards these days; the battle is won or lost by the expertise and commitment of the people who pitch that content to gatekeepers.

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

I recently spent a year interviewing senior public relations professionals in 31 countries about best practices in their cultures for my newly-published book, Pitch, Tweet, or Engage on the Street: How to Practice Global Public Relations and Strategic Communication. Make friends with local influencers.

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PR for Anyone

OCTOBER 12, 2021

It’s usually throwing spaghetti on the wall and hoping something sticks versus posting with a strategy in mind. . Remember that all of this content can be tweaked to create media pitches as well. Content can be all about neighborhoods you specialize in and the local community. Don’t forget to invite the local media!

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MARCH 5, 2024

However, media pitching and media relations to secure earned media still dominate the industry. Another recent report showed a full one-third (33%) of comms and PR pros said their overall media strategies rely on earned media the most — making it the highest PR priority over owned, paid and shared (in that order).

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5W PR

OCTOBER 11, 2023

These insights can be invaluable for refining PR strategies. Pitching and placements Building rapport with journalists and media professionals can make the difference between a successful pitch and a rejection. Global and international PR networks Networking isn’t confined to local or national boundaries.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 23, 2019

Funding announcements can offer instant credibility for a brand, validating the company’s strategy and vision. To maximize the news value and cut through the noise, you need the right funding announcement strategy. Here’s how B2B tech companies can develop a standout funding PR strategy for their next round.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Both require smart strategy and a dedicated team to get the job done. Special and mid-term elections at the local level, like last week’s contests in Virginia and New Jersey offer more relevant lessons for PRs. PR lessons from local and regional elections. As it turns out, not that much. PR teams are the same.

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PR for Anyone

AUGUST 4, 2022

Our Pitch Club Cafe client Gene just sent us an email and after pitching a television station using our system heard back right away and said “it’s the first time anyone from a news station has responded to a pitch.” And start pitching the media because it will just elevate your brand.

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Flack's Revenge

MARCH 30, 2020

Should we continue to pitch the media and promote our news? Just the same, we need some strategy, some direction. My friend Don Leon offered some great advice on LinkedIn: Take a moment to identify some of your favorite clients and customers (folks are tending to stay local so lots of people around/at their desk).

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Stern + Associates

MARCH 17, 2023

By now the big changes that have occurred since the days of Walter Cronkite – a 24/7 news cycle, a global and interconnected focus rather than a local one, the reduction of reporting staff by many media organizations in the rush to remain profitable (accelerated in the era of social media platforms) – are well known.

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