1. September 21, 2009

    Stress Your “Value” in Holiday-Related Public Relations

    Each year, the clock for getting out holiday-related press releases starts ticking earlier. Recent holiday seasons have proven to be ultra-competitive because of genuine fears that consumers would not be spending money like they had in the past. These fears push purchases back, causing retailers to discount more heavily in an effort to reduce inventories. So when it comes to holiday planning, it’s imperative that manufacturers and service providers push the value element of their products when doing public relations. (Read more…)

  2. September 8, 2009

    Holiday PR: Get Your Gift-Related Pitches Out Early

    Journalists always know the holidays are upon them when they begin to receive pitches geared towards holiday-themed gift guides and such. Every year the holiday season seems to extend itself, so if you work in the public relations industry it’s best to start circulating your holiday-related pitches early in order to get the jump on the competition. The following tips should help public relations pros make the most of the hectic months before the holidays finally arrive. (Read more…)

  3. September 1, 2009

    Public Relations Basics: When It Comes to Holiday Press Releases, Sooner is Better

    It’s no secret that the fourth quarter is the most important time of the year for companies marketing to consumers. Holiday shopping can make or break many businesses; many analysts wait to see how a company weathered the holidays before determining its financial outlook. However, booming holiday business doesn’t just happen. It takes hard work through triangulated marketing, advertising, and public relations efforts. Unfortunately, many companies fail to address their public relations campaigns until it’s too late in the holiday season, missing what is probably the most cost effective way to promote their product or service. (Read more…)

  4. February 17, 2009

    Be Prepared for Your Holiday PR Push

    To get publicity in the busy run-up to the holiday season, public relations firms have be prepared. By August, I had already received emails and press releases from PR representatives at Nextel and Epson regarding holiday gift guide stories. (Read more…)