Solo PR Pro

OCTOBER 26, 2021

What would help you to pitch smarter — to better target your media list and pitch journalists the way they want to be pitched? How can you build stronger relationships with your media contacts when both you and they are juggling so many projects? What journalists want — straight from the source.

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Cision

JANUARY 27, 2016

If you’re new to the world of DIY public relations, let’s take a look at one of the essential components of your PR strategy: pitching the media. It takes carefully cultivating a relationship with the media until you reach a point where they trust and like you. It starts long before the pitch. How do you build that trust?

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Pitching Writing Social Media Industry 120

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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Report Publicity Marketing Pitching 106

Sword and the Script

APRIL 2, 2024

Sword and the Script Media can help with B2B marketing, PR and social media. However, I learned a lot about reporters and pitching in that capacity. In simple terms, the idea is that the AI helps to summarize posts and articles captured in the Agility monitoring system. >>> Need an extra pair of hands?

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Reddit Software B2B Technology 176

OnePitch

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

What’s the best pitch of yours that resulted in coverage and what elements made it successful? I think our obsession with brevity in a pitch often translates to that same obsession with brevity in a response, but those two are very different things. What information do you always make sure to include in a pitch?

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Pitching Consumer How To Education 98

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 18, 2021

For PR teams, earned media placements are a key deliverable of a strategic public relations campaign. Typically they’re articles or broadcast segments that feature a given company or brand in a positive way. Earned media offers credibility even though we give up perfect control over the message.

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PRSay

APRIL 19, 2017

Working in media relations is not for the faint of heart or the easily discouraged. PR pros shouldn’t expect success every time they pitch a story — having three out of 10 pitches result in a placement is considered a good average — but a good PR professional will want to increase his or her chances of success in every way possible.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Pitching media remains a challenge; Twitter is still a journalist favorite; PR dabbled with generative AI as businesses worried about misinformation Regular readers know I publish a weekly post every Tuesday. Sometimes I write a complete blog post on a report – and other times it’s just a blub. PR Tech Sum No.

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B2B Survey Pitching Software 106

Lauri Pehar Borsh

APRIL 30, 2014

One of the advantages of using social media networks for creating new business opportunities is the ability to share great information without having to rely solely on the traditional sales pitch approach. Good information is the lifeblood of social media networking.

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Prakkypedia

JANUARY 8, 2023

I recently read several articles centred around public relations in 2023. PR Daily has a terrific list of predictions (and a lot of humour in the article). PR Daily has a terrific list of predictions (and a lot of humour in the article). Above: Photo by Dominique ROELLINGER from Pexels: [link]. You’ve got to laugh!

Trends 148

Trends Government Internal International 148

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 23, 2017

Public relations experts know that the majority of traffic coming to a blog post comes in the first hours and days of publication. This makes the timely promotion of your blog content critical to its success. EST for the highest number of social shares on average. Experiment with different social platforms.

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PRSay

MAY 25, 2018

They interview people who already have big followings, either via social media or email lists, because they know the thought leader will push the link out to their contacts and say, “Hey, I was on this podcast the other day, check it out.” What audience can you deliver to the influencers you pitch? Now back to you.

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Pitching Nonprofit Media Relations Social Media 109

Cision

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

You won’t get there unless you learn how to pitch journalists with your story. And believe me: you’re far from the only business that has clamored for media coverage, so you’ve got some stiff competition when it comes to getting a journalist’s attention. The kiss of death is sending a pitch to editor@yourfavoritepublication.com.

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Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix. At the same time, PR pros are constantly thinking about how to maximize the reach and impact of their earned media. But what about other assets that the media or customers are likely to see?

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Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 195

Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix. At the same time, PR pros are constantly thinking about how to maximize the reach and impact of their earned media. Everyone expects PR pros to help with content that is written for the media.

Training 370

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

Bad Pitch Blog

AUGUST 13, 2012

Byline article pitches usually stink. This is because, even if the pitch is targeted, the article is usually included in the pitch. The recipient assumes the article has been sent to several other blogs or media outlets. Public relations, social media and careers are my main areas of expertise.

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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. In the late 1980s, the media was cut and dry.

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Remote PR Jobs

JANUARY 30, 2024

Well-written press releases, social media posts, and blog articles help PR practitioners capture attention, build credibility, and influence public perception. In addition, PR professionals often collaborate with journalists and media outlets to secure coverage for their clients or organizations.

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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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PR for Anyone

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

2) Do you have at least one social media platform that you are active on? 3) Are you using the same colors and fonts on your website and your social media header(s)? 4) Have you guest blogged or written for a high-ranking site? 5) Do you regularly pitch the media? And read more articles at [link].

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Real Estate Google LinkedIn Social Media 130

The Proactive Report

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Example: As a nutrition expert, write an informational 600-word article about why women over 35 need to eat a healthy diet that will help improve their health. For example, if you are the CRM software space, is your brand mentioned in articles about new CRM features or comparisons of CRM systems? Use subheads and bullet points.

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Trends Marketing Wikipedia Reddit 182

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. OnePitch feature recommends reporters to pitch. In a video tutorial, the company says it will start making recommendations after you’ve sent three or more pitches.

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Pitching Report Software Survey 89

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MARCH 5, 2024

Yes, it’s true that in today’s digital landscape, public relations professionals no longer rely on earned media alone. Most PR pros today use some form of the PESO Model which includes owned, shared, paid and earned media. However, media pitching and media relations to secure earned media still dominate the industry.

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Media Nonprofit Pitching Analytics 98

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

While traditionally PR work consisted of press releases, pitching, and occasional damage control, today’s PR teams must have a diverse digital skill set, including SEO strategy, social media savvy, data analysis and more. Digital and social media proficiency This one’s a given.

Analytics 170

Analytics Tools Social Media Trends 170

Lauri Pehar Borsh

APRIL 30, 2014

One of the advantages of using social media networks for creating new business opportunities is the ability to share great information without having to rely solely on the traditional sales pitch approach. Good information is the lifeblood of social media networking.

Social Media 60

Social Media Pitching Media LinkedIn 60

Flack's Revenge

OCTOBER 15, 2020

The EV blog Electrek broke the news last week that Tesla is dissolving its PR department. The attention for this story might not be surprising since it involves media and big tech. It led to a lot of comments and chatter on social media, and teeth gnashing about the state and future of media and PR.

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Leadership Social Media Trends Facebook 282

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

The PR pro sends thoughtful, data-backed pitches, engages with reporters on social media, sends swag (when appropriate), maintains relevant media lists, and manages all follow-through with reporters and journalists. Owned Media/Content Strategy. Media Monitoring & Analysis. Media Training.

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Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Rock the Status Quo

MAY 4, 2015

The Differences in Pitch Style & Purpose Are Helpful to Understand I love PR, I love SEO and I really love how well they intersect to grow client reach and conversion. How that pitch is written can be VERY revealing. Why do I write about backlink pitches in a PR blog?

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SEO Pitching Small Business Agency 100

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 3, 2023

BuzzSumo makes journalist database generally available BuzzSumo, a tool best known for analyzing content and social media, has moved its new journalist database out of beta and into general availability. The database also has built-in features for list-building and a generative AI feature for pitching. Pitch podcasts by noon.

Analysis 144

Analysis Tools Software SMB 144

Cision

APRIL 14, 2017

Consider a women’s beauty brand launching a teen skincare line and as part of its communications campaign and pitching strategy, are building a targeted list of influencers. Bigger doesn’t always mean better: take social media influencers as an example. Social media followers are not always indicative of an influencer’s reach.

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Media Pitching Social Media Instagram 231

OnePitch

JUNE 16, 2022

However, a typical day for me often consists of crafting content – from traditional media materials such as press releases and pitches, to sponsored articles, newsletters and even social media calendars. What’s the best pitch of yours that resulted in coverage and what elements made it successful?

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Pitching Consumer How To Meeting 64

Landis PR

MARCH 14, 2022

Please note: this is a reposted blog by our Public Relations Global Network PR partner, Ghidotti Communications. Five Key Steps to Introducing Your Consumer Brand to a New Social Media Platform. In a digital world, use of social media is no longer optional. Identify Your Goals for Growth on Social Media.

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Social Media Consumer Brand Branding 52

Newsfile

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Tailored for you, the PR pro, it breaks down key terms and strategies, from crafting effective press releases to mastering social media monitoring. Media monitoring tools scan various sources (print, online, social media, TV, radio) for mentions of specific keywords or brands. What is Social Media Monitoring?

Viral 52

Viral Crisis Communications SEO Reputation 52

The Resolution Blog

JANUARY 8, 2018

A standard in article scoring? We are passionate about exploring ways to demonstrate PR success, especially at an article-level because it’s not easy. Could there be a future standard for article strength? This article proves that more time is the key to happiness. What do you guys think? Money can’t buy you happiness….well

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Tools Publicity SEO Measurement 136

Cision

AUGUST 30, 2017

Let’s say you blog about cute handbags and you want to attract the attention of a celebrity known for her fashion sense. You could write a blog post about the top 10 best purses the celebrity has ever carried. Then, go ahead and tag the celebrity on social media. Does he share a lot of articles from a specific site?

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Strategy Writing Social Media Guidelines 243

5W PR

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Pitching and placements Building rapport with journalists and media professionals can make the difference between a successful pitch and a rejection. Leveraging social media Platforms like LinkedIn and Twitter are excellent for professional networking. These insights can be invaluable for refining PR strategies.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Furthermore, it can track social media coverage as well, including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and over 300 million blogs. Sometimes it can be difficult to land pitches, but with ProfNet, the media opportunities present themselves. Google Trends. Google Trends is underutilized in our view.

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