ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 10, 2017

In public relations , it’s not always obvious what is and isn’t a story. Based on our experience, we’ve identified examples of when NOT to pitch that will help make clearer the line between self-serving nonsense and the stories journalists need. Subsequent pitches went through a more rigorous vetting process.

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Pitching Media Product Launch Agency 170

Shift Communications

JANUARY 4, 2017

New product launches can be hit or miss. It’s easy to give in to the excitement and guzzle the Kool-Aid when a client starts to tell you about the next generation of their product. New products are getting harder and harder to pitch. What’s hard (sometimes) is figuring out how to get the media as excited about it.

Product Launch 74

Product Launch Pitching B2B Analytics 74

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 9, 2019

However, no one can advise PRs better on how and what to pitch reporters than… reporters. Journalists love to take to Twitter to offer up best practices or, more likely, let off steam about the terrible pitches that clog their inboxes on a daily basis. Breaking: Journalists want to report news.

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Twitter Ethics Pitching Product Launch 197

Sword and the Script

MAY 16, 2020

Occasionally, I’ll use the service Help a Reporter Out (HARO) to field responses for a blog post. This stuff isn’t hard, and while I’m not a reporter, an exercise like this is a glimpse into their world. 2) Volume of PR pitches received. 3) Best medium for PR pitches. 4) How long should pitches be?

Survey 171

Survey Media Relations Pitching Media 171

PRSay

AUGUST 5, 2020

Make clear that, in this era of continually changing news and events, there might not be enough room in the media cycle for broad coverage of a product launch. Keep pitches tight and on topic, and work to serve reporters’ needs. In 1997, the Kansas City-based Grove launched INK Inc. Be honest and realistic.

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Product Launch Pitching Meeting Conference 196

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Dos and don’ts for holiday media pitching. The Christmas/Hanukkah time in particular is so cluttered that a marginal pitch that might slip through on another occasion will probably be tossed out. Solid data-driven PR story pitches are always welcomed by reporters, but especially so during calendar milestones or big breaking stories.

Media Relations 157

Media Relations Media Pitching Data-Driven PR 157

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

PR Week published a story about a new vendor out of Tel Aviv that’s has launched what it pitches as a CRM for PR. The tool also breaks down the pitching activity of each team member, including metrics for open, response and coverage rates.”. Testing features – A/B testing – to assist in seeing which pitches are performing.

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Analytics Report Technology Pitching 68

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 28, 2020

Make your pitch schedule timely. Identify and map out potential media opportunities that could occur during the year, such as product launches, new service offerings, company-hosted events, and the like. The well-timed launch of the event helped to secure placement in relevant media outlets, including Adweek. .

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Strategy Media Measurement Product Launch 287

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

A high-growth tech company with financing behind it is in a perfect position to make the most of a public relations agency partnership. Not all startups understand how best to take advantage of an investment in public relations. “Me, me, me” A reporter wants a good story, not a sales pitch or a founder biography.

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Agency Pitching Internal International 205

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 3, 2017

If you spent New Year’s Day on an early flight to Las Vegas, odds are you’re part of a public relations team headed for CES, the mecca of consumer electronics and tech trade shows. Draw attention to your client’s company via new product or acquisition announcement, stunt or other media grabber. Your main objective?

Trade Shows 147

Trade Shows Pitching Product Launch Report 147

Newsfile

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Melissa Strle Dive into the dynamic world of Public Relations with this essential PR glossary. A press release (also known as a news release) is an official statement issued by an organization to announce news, events, product launches, or other relevant information. What is ESG Reporting? What is Media Monitoring?

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Viral Crisis Communications SEO Reputation 52

Rock the Status Quo

AUGUST 15, 2014

Regardless of the masks people wear in public, you just never know what private battles they face. It certainly didn’t help that some media outlets were all-too-eager to report intimate details of his death. We know that appropriate organizations can elevate a public conversation to help those in need.”

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Pitching Viral Interviews Education 272

OnePitch

JANUARY 10, 2023

During this episode, Eric talks about simplicity, straightforwardness, and personalization in pitches, interest as a key component of a successful pitch, and his preferences when it comes to approaches to sending relevant pitches. 00:04:18] BB: Okay, so back to the pitch question. 3 Elements of a Pitch. [00:08:27]

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Pitching Financial Video Product Launch 81

Sword and the Script

JUNE 3, 2020

That’s a mouthful of buzzwords, but Ryan Reeves, a product manager for the company, added some context on LinkedIn: “Signals uses AI to continually read trillions of articles to detect important company trigger-events (viral articles, product launches, financials, partnerships, headcount changes, etc.)

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Product Launch Survey Banking Pharmaceuticals 96

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 1, 2019

There are all types of PR problems, but the one that nobody wants to deal with is the public relations program that just isn’t generating traction, or one where outcomes fall short of expectations by the client or PR agency. What happened, and what are the mid-course corrections necessary? Here are some of the most likely mistakes.

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How To Interviews Measurement Storytelling 257

Shift Communications

OCTOBER 6, 2017

A product launch date shifts, an acquisition deal falls through or it’s simply summertime and everyone is on vacation. For example, asking a product manager what it takes to be in that type of role and pitching a careers reporter on skills to succeed. Not pitching reporters: Seems counterintuitive?

Media Relations 107

Media Relations How To Media Pitching 107

OnePitch

MAY 3, 2022

Our guest on the podcast this week is Tom Matsuda , a fintech reporter at The Block. As a fintech reporter, Tom covers crypto wallets, Asia, and investments. Prior to The Block, Tom reported on neobanks, payment firms and blockchain startups for Sifted. The Block is a remote first publication. His Thoughts on Pitches. [00:03:50]

Banking 52

Banking Product Launch Pitching Interviews 52

OnePitch

APRIL 14, 2022

Within this interview, we break down real examples of how she landed top-tier coverage, what worked, and her tips for replicating it for your own pitches. On a day to day basis, that could consist of anything from assisting my team in developing key account plans (tradeshow activations, product launch plans, etc.),

Healthcare 52

Healthcare How To Pitching Product Launch 52

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

We interviewed ChatGPT about public relations and while it does well with high-level questions, it becomes repetitive when those questions were more nuanced; the system says it is “unlikely” that it “or any other AI system will fully replace public relations (PR) professionals”. What is public relations?

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Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 100

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 13, 2017

Great for parties and gifts, but not so great for public relations. Our informal poll elicited some interesting – yet undesirable – surprises we all strive to avoid in public relations work. This can mean giving the reporter some fresh data or insights for the story, or even additional resources at the company.

Media Training 249

Media Training Policies Agency Interviews 249

Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 17, 2023

Your company needs to be deciding, nay finalizing , what big announcements, product launches, unveilings, etc. Being Lazy with List Prep Creating your target media list for CES pitching comes with more levels of pre-planning and research than creating lists for other news announcements does. We have a booth booked!”

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Automotive Mobile Technology Resources 76

Shift Communications

AUGUST 17, 2018

The next step involves rolling out your post-earnings pitch strategy. For PR professionals, pitching anything “after the fact” might seem foreign, counterproductive or even downright wrong. But the fact is that there are numerous avenues to explore even with the most lukewarm of earnings reports. Compare the competition.

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Pitching Product Launch Data Measurement 83

Bianchi Biz Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Along with mostly doing things I can’t ever talk about, I sometimes served as a de facto public affairs liaison on the submarine, writing about the PG stuff that happened on our rare port calls. Finish this sentence: If I am not reporting, I am …. What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you? I used the G.I.

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Meeting Transportation Media Journalism 90

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 11, 2017

At a certain point, most small businesses outgrow their first forays into public relations. Your innovative new product is close to launch…but competitors are close behind. Should there be a launch party before a new product launch? But we in public relations do.

Company 136

Company Interviews Reputation Privacy 136

Konnect Agency

JULY 6, 2022

This year, 37% of US shoppers plan to buy holiday gifts earlier to take advantage of sales starting as early as July, according to a recent Salesforce report. Landing top-tier press around the holiday season goes beyond a beautifully written pitch and a client’s innovative product. Think Outside of Traditional Pitching.

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Agency Print Pitching Product Launch 52

Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 30, 2022

Your company needs to be finalizing what big announcements, product launches, unveilings, etc. Beyond laying a foundation with media, it’s also vital to acknowledge the reality of CES for the reporters covering the show. While buried in a deluge of pre-show CES pitches, a journalist’s response to you might not be immediate.

Automotive 74

Automotive Mobile Technology Resources 74

PR Fuel

JANUARY 24, 2022

Use press releases to spread awareness for a product launch or an important business milestone. A captivating press release can feature on websites, news publications, and magazines. Your pitch has to stand out since journalists get many of them. Draft an Eye-catching Press Release.

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Creativity Data Measurement Product Launch 110

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 18, 2017

Want your public relations to rule? It’s true that significant announcements like certain product launches, acquisitions, funding news and releases of major studies, for example, warrant a press release. Then be prepared to break some rules. Announce all news with a press release.

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Skype Conference Agency Product Launch 136

PR Fuel

OCTOBER 19, 2021

You may think your social media platforms are enough to get your name out there in the public eye. Only share a press release if you have something to report that may interest people. Do you have an upcoming product launch of an innovative product? Pitch the Right People. If you want to wow, get personal.

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Writing Product Launch Storytelling Pitching 52

Shift Communications

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

If a client doesn’t have the luxury of a customer willing to speak on their behalf, a good place to start is focusing on vertical beats instead of the usual tech reporters. That’s why it’s important to set realistic goals and expectations for product launches. Emily Adams. Account Manager.

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B2B Media Automotive Pitching 60

Prohibition

JULY 7, 2023

The importance of PR for food and beverage businesses In the competitive food and beverage industry, having a strong public relations strategy is essential for building brand awareness, attracting customers, and ultimately driving sales. Inquire about their media contacts and the strategies they employ to pitch stories and secure placements.

Agency 62

Agency Case Study How To Crisis 62

Shift Communications

MAY 26, 2015

In the world of PR, landing client coverage in publications like The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal or Bloomberg Businessweek is the ultimate win — and when that story runs in print, it’s icing on the cake. You probably know that securing coverage in a business publication is no easy feat, especially if you work with startups.

Print 60

Print Product Launch Fashion Report 60

Presspage

AUGUST 24, 2018

Designed to summarize a business, product, or event, media kits are primarily utilized by journalists and are typically known as a “one stop shop” for media contacts when they need quick access to information. Consider only selecting two or three that would qualify as either major or recent company news (within the past quarter).

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Media Leadership Product Launch Television 68

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 6, 2018

The word is a little misleading, because it sounds like you’re giving the story to only one reporter. Let’s use this model to get the scoop on pitching media exclusives for B2B technology programs. The $ pitches are no-brainers. “Big-name” pitches may also warrant an exclusive. What is the story?

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Pitching How To Media Interviews 189

The Hoffman Agency

MARCH 11, 2020

In Shanghai, I got the opportunity to pitch Chinese reporters, coordinate a CEO media roundtable and support a product launch event. If pitching in the U.S. goes “email first, phone second,” pitching in China goes “call first, WeChat second, WeChat moving forward, email may be never.” Unlike in the U.S.

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Pitching Transportation Conference Report 36

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 2, 2018

Technology companies gearing up for a new product launches know full well they’re adding to a crowded marketplace. But no tech company can afford to overlook the power of public relations to create anticipation, credibility, and impact for a new offering. Why is the product or service needed? Get a partner involved.

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Technology Product Launch B2B Software 157

Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Types of Press Releases Companies issue press releases for various reasons, so it is crucial to understand the different types of press releases; let’s break down some of the more common types of releases: product or brand launches, company news, event announcements, and reports.

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Examples Product Launch Data Report 62