I’ll be perfectly honest with you. Sending a press release the right way costs money. If you can’t write very well, you’ll need to pay someone to write your press release for you. But even if you do write your own press releases, you’ll still need to get them in the hands of the right reporters, and that costs money. And before you think posting your press releases on a free press release distribution website, just know that’s a terrible idea for a number of reasons. You won’t get results, and you might even get penalized by Google. Read More
Do you often feel like you write a press release, distribute it, and then it goes off to die a sad, lonely death? A lot of people struggle with gaining visibility for their press releases. Fortunately, there are some easy things you can do to make your press releases more visible and more shareable. Read More
It 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 something right. And clearly, there is something we as content creators can learn from BuzzFeed. Read More
A 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 of guidelines to keep in mind as you write your press releases going forward. Some of these rules are new, and others date back to the press release’s origins. Read More
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 everything about bird seed, every bird fan in the world will know your name and why they should listen to you. Read More
When 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 moment. You’ll probably be sweating a little bit too. Preparing for an interview can make even the most seasoned spokesperson or executive a little nervous. Read More
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 business pursuits can hurt too, but I’m here to tell your right now – if you’re a PR person, it’s something you’d better get used to. Read More
Business 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 should absolutely avoid doing on your business Twitter account. Read More
As 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 yourself a better chance of getting your news noticed and shared, maximizing exposure for your brand. Read More
Networking 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. Read More