Solo PR Pro

JANUARY 3, 2023

Top 10 blog posts published on Solo PR Pro in 2022. Here are 10 of our favorite blog posts published on the Solo PR Pro blog in 2022. Here's a five-step process to gather information to craft stories that stand out in internal communications and media pitches. 5 Tips for Working with the Media in 2022.

Blogging 91

Blogging Small Business Tools Journalism 91

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.

B2B 105

B2B Survey Pitching Software 105

Ishmael's Corner

SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

With the story “ The Invasion of Corporate News , The Financial Times became the latest publication to skewer brand journalism. I suppose the FT figured a headline along the lines of “You’re Too Stupid to Figure Out Journalism from Propaganda” might alienate readers. Because that seems to be one of the themes in the FT piece.

Journalism 150

Journalism Brand Branding Publicity 150

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.

Media 97

Media Nonprofit Pitching Analytics 97

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 83

Social Media Pitching Media LinkedIn 83

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. Just ask Google.

Analytics 170

Analytics Tools Social Media Trends 170

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. Data Journalism.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Onclusive

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

“Nail the elevator pitch.”. Mika Stambaugh is an Emmy award winning journalist and dynamic entrepreneur known for her creative strategies in executing media and communication campaigns. Our plan is to think outside the box for earned media. AirPR: You started your career in journalism. How did that translate to PR?

Interviews 284

Interviews Radio Small Business Pitching 284

Sword and the Script

JULY 27, 2021

Where some see diminishing value in media relations others see opportunity; the best way to improve results is to use a combination of pitching, content and social media. The media relations struggle is real. They don’t pitch stories but beg for links and make other nonsensical requests (I get these every day too).

Media Relations 172

Media Relations Media Pitching Survey 172

Sword and the Script

MAY 18, 2021

Insights for better relationships with the media. Fifty-three percent of journalists receive more than 50 pitches a week, and 28% receive more than 100 per week. Yet most journalists (69%) say only a quarter (or less) of the pitches they receive are relevant to their audiences.” Open and response rates to email story pitches.

Study 165

Study Communications Survey Pitching 165

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.

Pitching 129

Pitching Report Writing Energy 129

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

Sword and the Script

JUNE 6, 2023

The survey found: 57% are crafting pitches; 48% are writing copy for social media; 48% are writing press releases; 44% are using it for research; and 25% say they are using it for strategy and planning. Propel wrote a post showcasing how you can build a media list with its generative AI tool Amiga. “I

Survey 144

Survey Software B2B Pitching 144

wiredPRworks

MAY 6, 2020

PR Pro Guide to Pitching in a Pandemic During COVID-19 Coronavirus. A few takeaways from our chat: Send your pitch in on a silver platter, ready to go with images and video. An original digital marketing thought leader, Barbara founded Social Media Club Chicago in 2008. PR is a thread that weaves every project together.

Pitching 52

Pitching Training Radio Media Training 52

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

As anyone with even a slightly popular blog knows, ‘guest post pitching’ has gotten out of hand. Engage with the blogger on social media first, personalize your outreach, read and follow any requirements, and provide high-quality content. Growth of independent journalism. “We Social media breakup.

Marketing 214

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 214

Waxing UnLyrical

JANUARY 24, 2012

I’ve pitched and been pitched. For as long as journalism and public relations have existed, there’s been rivalry between them. He does social media management for KimberMedia and teaches for @bgckids. He also blogs. PR vs. Journalism: Why Rivalry Hurts Both.

Journalism 93

Journalism Newspapers Pitching Groups 93

Cision

OCTOBER 6, 2016

It’s not news that social media has taken the business world by storm, changing the way consumers research their purchases and creating an unprecedented opportunity for brands to build one-to-one relationships with their brand’s biggest fans. Paid Media. Earned Media. Shared Media. Owned Media.

Media Relations 331

Media Relations Newspapers Measurement Social Media 331

Sword and the Script

APRIL 6, 2021

Meltwater said it agreed to acquire Linkfluence, a French company with software that uses artificial intelligence to mine social media for consumer insights. Meltwater says “acquisition is part of Meltwater’s growth strategy, which involves investments and acquisitions in the social media segment. PR tech mentions.

Media 105

Media SEO Analytics Analysis 105

Cision

AUGUST 16, 2016

In this interview, Erik discusses moving from one media world to the next. He reveals how his background in journalism has shaped his view of the industry, his growing appreciation for PR professionals and gives insight into how journalists in the TV industry truly want to be pitched. What has been most helpful?

Television 120

Television Pitching Journalism Interviews 120

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

I know PR professionals with degrees in journalism, mass media, English, business communication, marketing, sports and more. I began to tire of the days spent faxing (yes, I’m old) press releases one at a time to manually created lists of media contacts and 9 p.m.

Agency 88

Agency Energy Crisis Management Industry 88

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Augment outreach with a paid social media budget – and the budget to properly amplify the coverage you do earn because coverage begets coverage. In other words, pitch a story , not a product. that’s written like journalism. You were just trashing display ads, and now you are talking about sponsored media?

B2B 88

B2B Marketing LinkedIn Content Marketing 88

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JANUARY 30, 2024

Purina: In other news, Purina is dealing with a social media crisis as pet food safety is questioned by pet owners’ Facebook groups and then amplified on TikTok. For the PR industry, like journalism, disclosure is an issue of transparency and authenticity , which are the building blocks for trust.

Ethics 96

Ethics Crisis Transportation Airlines 96

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 18, 2017

Creating better relations between PR and journalism begins with PRs getting acquainted with the work of journalists in industries relevant to their clients. Improved Media Relations Means Better Pitches. But it pays to take the time to dig deeply into a reporter’s beat before sending a pitch they may find meaningless.

Media 212

Media Pitching Report Interviews 212

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 18, 2018

In public relations , choosing the right words to pitch a story is as important as using the right fabric in fashion design. Words bring ideas to life and paint a picture for media and other audiences, whetting appetites to learn more. The same basic rule applies when pitching a media contact. Use superlatives sparingly.

Pitching 136

Pitching Writing Journalism Guidelines 136

Sword and the Script

JUNE 9, 2020

Many of the open-ended comments from the survey point to underlying causes such as the rise of social media and self-publishing, disruption of the advertising-heavy business model in news, subsequent cuts to editorial staff, growth among the ranks of PR, and the deluge of pitches reporters receive. Media relations isn’t sales.

Media Relations 110

Media Relations Media Survey Pitching 110

Cision

JUNE 25, 2015

Share on social media. If you do nothing else to leverage new press, do ensure you amplify the news on social media. Click here for your free “10 Media Pitching Do’s and Don’ts” tip sheet now! Blog about the coverage. Explain more in a blog post and post to your site.

LinkedIn 120

LinkedIn Pitching Interviews Journalism 120

Shift Communications

MARCH 15, 2022

Earlier this year, Oxford’s Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism issued its annual Journalism, Media and Technology Trends and Predictions report. It’s true of both earned media strategy and owned media, from podcast and video series’ guest placements to social media video posts.

Strategy 103

Strategy Media Journalism Banking 103

Rock the Status Quo

AUGUST 11, 2014

Creativity counts when it comes to a media pitch, the headline of your press release and share-worthy blog posts. I’d also suggest adding social media feeds to it. But what about your online newsroom? If you don’t have these items in yours, it might be time to beef it up.

How To 242

How To Survey Resources Social Media 242

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Is media relations dead? In fact, a recent article in the BusinessWire Blog called Media Outlet Availability on PR Efforts , by Christopher S. Penn, Chief Data Scientist with TrustInsights.ai, cites some revealing statistics about the shrinking number of media outlets and the challenge for PR and media relations.

Media Relations 101

Media Relations Automotive Media Newspapers 101

Cision

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

The key is to strengthen your basic PR skills, including writing press releases, engaging with journalists and influencers and interacting with your audience on social media. Pitch reporters and influencers. One way to improve your reach is by gaining media coverage. When pitching, it’s important to be clear and concise.

Social Media 120

Social Media Pitching Writing Report 120

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Earned media still the most credible source of info Most people find independent journalism and earned media to be the most credible source of information. Blogs, including independent and corporate blogs, can be credible. More: 3 Studies Demonstrate How Earned Media Drives Behavior and Credibility 2.

Survey 94

Survey Industry Leadership Study 94

Rock the Status Quo

OCTOBER 2, 2014

It gives you the power to pitch exactly what journalists want at exactly the right time. Even though many call it by different names, an editorial calendar scour is the process of collecting editorial calendars from media outlets and reviewing them to identify potential opportunities for your client(s). Whooooooooot!

Wikipedia 205

Wikipedia Pitching Fashion System 205

Journalistics

JANUARY 24, 2016

In my first post of the year, I confessed my blogging sins and provided some insights around what caused me to blog less the past few years, and what I learned from the process. This posts was the first step in my journey to blog more in 2016. About This Two-Part Series.

Blogging 69

Blogging Strategy How To Writing 69

Flatiron Communications

JANUARY 11, 2018

I don’t have hard statistics or success rates, but anecdotally as president of the Publicity Club of New York , I’d be surprised if one in one hundred PR-driven story pitches actually results in a story. The quality of the pitch itself has degraded over the last few years.

Pitching 43

Pitching Journalism Tools Agency 43

Beyond PR

AUGUST 24, 2016

While social media may have once been viewed by news media as another way to drive clicks to articles, Cision’s latest Global Social Journalism Study reveals that social media use by journalists goes far beyond publishing and promoting content. .

Social Media 40

Social Media Study Media Groups 40

Sword and the Script

APRIL 12, 2022

Propel is an all-in-one PR platform with media contacts, email distribution and monitoring. The company caught my eye when it said it uses artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze a reporter’s pitching preferences. The idea is helping PR understand how reporters prefer to be pitched and improve your chances of coverage.

Software 88

Software Pitching Measurement Enterprise 88

Presspage

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Corporate communicators and PR professionals can increase media engagement by using these smart techniques: crafting better press releases, embracing brand journalism, adding value, attending events and creating connections. Embrace Brand Journalism. Combine different forms of media, such as videos and images, to add depth.

How To 60

How To Media Journalism Corporate 60