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The 5 Things BuzzFeed Can Teach You About Press Release Writing

December 20 2013

PlanningIt seems like I can’t go a day without seeing a link to a BuzzFeed article. Whether it’s 34 Things That Will Make ‘90s Girls Feel Old or 18 Shocking But True Celebrity Facts, people go crazy for BuzzFeed’s content. The popular site was valued at $200 million earlier this year, so clearly they’re doing somethi… Read more

The New 10 Commandments of Press Releases

December 18 2013

commandmentsA lot has changed with press releases over the years, particularly in the last few months thanks to Google’s algorithm updates. While the press release is still alive and well, not to mention very useful, it’s undoubtedly in a period of transition. That’s why I thought it’d be a good idea to come up with a set … Read more

Is it Really Important to Become an Expert in Your Field?

November 29 2013

Ask an Expert!You’ve no doubt read countless blogs parroting the same advice about becoming an “expert” in whatever field you work in. They claim that if the public sees you as a true professional in the industry it will lead to more sales and heightened respect for your company. For instance if you show you know everythi… Read more

Why You Should Never Ask Reporters For Interview Questions Ahead Of Time

November 27 2013

Mann mit Klemmbrett und MikrofonWhen you have a media interview looming on the horizon, you want to do everything in your power to make sure you’re prepared to absolutely nail it. You’ll be practicing with mock interviews, going over key sound bites in your head, studying your notes, and working your butt off to get ready for your big momen… Read more

What NOT to do when a Reporter Rejects Your Pitch

November 26 2013

Rejection concept.Rejection isn’t something that most of us handle well. From the time we were kids and a little boy or girl we had a crush on shot us down, we’ve never gotten used to the painful sting and disappointment of rejection. And the fact is that any kind of rejection sucks. It’s not just in love. Rejection in your busine… Read more

5 of the Worst Things You Can Do on Twitter

November 22 2013

infographic_media_tv_radio_computersBusiness owners love Twitter more and more with each passing day, but one of the consequences of so many new users is seeing the same mistakes over and over! Every day I notice one business doing this, that or the other to majorly anger their customer/fan base. To help them and you out, here are five things you … Read more

Why You Should Be Using Video In Your PR Campaigns

November 21 2013

VAs a PR pro, you know that finding new ways to engage and excite your target audience is absolutely essential to achieving long-term success. Yes, press releases still work, but that doesn’t mean you should rely solely on them to spread your message. With a smart, multi-channel PR approach, you’ll give yo… Read more

How to Master Busy Networking Events

November 15 2013

Businessman using social networkingNetworking events can be amazing – you’ll meet countless people you would never be able to interact with otherwise in a face-to-face environment. They also give you a chance to make some strong business connections that can grow into a opportunities later on.

They can also be a total nightmare – if you let t… Read more

Press Release Submission Rules You’re Forgetting

November 14 2013

Don't Forget Reminder Words on Yellow Sticky NotesBefore you send that email you were about to send, how sure are you that you’ve been following all the press release submission rules? If you cocked your head to the side wondering what rules I’m talking about then it’s definitely time to hold up a second.

There are several guidelines to keep in mind before yo… Read more

Know Your Audience When Sending a Press Release

October 24 2013

Target your customersAfter completing a press release you naturally want everybody in the world to read it. Friends, neighbors, and every journalist you can find an email, phone number, or physical address for in the continental US and beyond would love it if it was up to you. The release is naturally the most important thing in … Read more