ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 18, 2021

Typically they’re articles or broadcast segments that feature a given company or brand in a positive way. But earned media doesn’t always achieve the frequency we need to promote client brands, and some stories have a lengthy gestation period. One form of content that works particularly well for B2B brands is the white paper.

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

By effectively implementing media relations strategies, companies enhance brand visibility, build strong relationships with journalists, and achieve communication objectives. The Importance of Media Relations in PR Media relations serves as a powerful tool for brand awareness. Then, there is pitching stories effectively.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

A B2B PR firm looking to promote a specific idea or story might think first about pitching large, mainstream media outlets. An underrated aspect of our role as PR professionals is to think about how a client’s brand is perceived not only to the writers we contact, but also their audiences. But not every story is national news.

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B2B Media Pitching Leadership 366

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 12, 2018

Here’s a “cheat sheet” to help brands get a leg up on the PR universe this year. How to maximize brand PR: a “cheat sheet” Remember the investment goes beyond the PR budget. Not every brand has a tight, easily told story, and some have complicated, dull, or even questionable histories.

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Publicity Brand Branding Storytelling 256

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 3, 2024

What I hadn’t considered is that something similar is happening to software code, according to this podcast interview between Figma co-founder and CEO Dylan Field and The Wall Street Journal. Users can customize values including brand reach, brand prominence, brand spokesperson and brand strength to calculate this.”

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Onclusive

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

This week, we’re wrapping up our blog series about building a perfect pitch with an overview of how to measure your success, optimize your strategy and nurture your media relationships for the long-term. You’ve done the research, crafted your powerful pitch, and sent your media campaign out into the world.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 7, 2021

Nothing in this world is for sure, and we shouldn’t treat media interviews and articles as such. It’s better to suggest that the team has a goal of a certain number of placements or interviews, but never guarantee anything! . To build trust, and to encourage a response to a solid pitch, even if the answer is no. Why bother?

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Agency Interviews Pitching Retail 353

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 29, 2020

In PR , broadcast pitching is sometimes underused and overlooked when it comes to securing coverage for clients. When pitching broadcast outlets it’s important to note the main differences between the medium and print, and to offer producers the information the need for potential segments. Are you pitching local news or national?

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Prowly

JANUARY 14, 2025

PR Problem #1: Pitch engagement is lower than ever before Getting journalists to respond to pitches is starting to feel like pushing a boulder uphill. The emphasis is on deeply researching Tier 1 journalists, crafting individual pitches, and focusing on building lasting relationships.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 22, 2018

Every B2B tech PR person dreams of the splashy feature that will help make their company brand instantly recognizable. Just as some celebrities are famous for being famous, big-media notoriety can build the ego without building the brand. Pitching trade press can be easier than nailing a story in a large media outlet.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 30, 2021

This is particularly true in B2B PR, where we tend to approach the same business and trade journalists on behalf of client executives and their brands. For contacts you don’t know, this is essential so your spokesperson can understand whether the interview will be easy or could present challenges. Think outside the brand.

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Media Pitching Report B2B 333

Deirdre Breakenridge

SEPTEMBER 26, 2014

What is the one thing that really gets your attention when a young professional meets with you or interviews with you? Similar to a media or business pitch, eventually you will hit a relationship home run. At the same time you’re taking the opportunity to build your own brand and to challenge yourself to get ahead.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 28, 2016

Earning coverage in the top-tier tech press is a mainstay for any technology PR program, whether your brand deals in consumer tech or B2B services. Universal pitching rules apply here, but a few twists are in order when it comes to getting out technology news. Learn the coverage and beats. And all tech media are not the same.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 27, 2021

How to pitch media. Given how integral media pitching is to the practice of public relations, I was shocked to look back and realize how much I didn’t know about media, and the most effective ways to approach them about stories. What did I learn then, and how similar is my current experience to it? Business knowledge is important .

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Conference Pitching Writing Agency 368

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 10, 2017

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. Avoid the following pitches, and make media contacts look forward to your ideas or contact you when they need an assist. Honors awarded by media outlets.

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Pitching Media Product Launch Agency 170

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 13, 2022

Whether your brand is making a splash at a trade show or an executive is speaking at a conference, professional events combine direct customer contact with press opportunities. Here are some tips to both landing media interviews and making sure they’re successful. The bread and butter of B2B PR ? Industry events.

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PR for Anyone

JULY 28, 2022

I just interviewed someone on my PR Champions show and he summed it up so visually. Here are 5 stories you could pitch to various media publications, all highlighting your expertise but tailored to the unique media outlet. You can see how I used stress as a topic for every pitch, but it works specifically for that media outlet.

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Pitching Media YouTube Interviews 130

Rock the Status Quo

AUGUST 15, 2014

The post came across like an unbelievable affront to the world’s deep loss; empathy thrown to the wind in favor of business goals and revenue, showcasing a lack of human common sense and thoughtfulness for others when the marketing industry’s focus is on humanizing a brand. “ What’s wrong with this pitch?

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Pitching Viral Interviews Education 272

Prowly

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

What do people really think when they hear your brands name? Its time to find outmeasure your brand awareness and see where you really stand. In this guide, well show you exactly how to track and understand your brands presence and visibility. A recognizable brand builds trust, and that's a fact.

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Measurement Tools Brand Branding 104

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 10, 2020

Once the exclusive runs at an agreed upon date and time, the story can be pitched widely to the broader media targets. This approach is commonly used for a big story and/or a well-known brand. That’s one reason why embargo pitching is still relevant in today’s accelerated news environment. Embargoes let reporters plan ahead.

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Pitching B2B Product Launch Report 177

Buzzstream

MARCH 19, 2025

As Doug is an expert in all things podcasting, I figured picking his brain about pitching yourself or your clients to get on podcasts would be an excellent opportunity. Tune in to learn how to appear on podcasts and use them for brand awareness and link generation. Ditch the Templates Generic mass-pitching doesnt work.

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PR for Anyone

JUNE 30, 2021

PITCH IDEAS. You need to be pitching national publications NOW for stories that will go to print in October. That being said, isn’t it worth it to have millions of people learn about your product service or brand? By pitching what you know they are already going to cover, it makes it easier to get the yes.

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PR for Anyone

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

How do you get the yes when pitching the media? You pitch them in a way they want to be pitched. You can make their lives so much easier by providing them a pitch that is short and sweet, gets to the point, is easy to read and lets them do a quick scan and know exactly what your story idea is. PR FOR ANYONE.

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Pitching Television Media Interviews 130

Prowly

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

This is the power of brand recognition. Today, we'll explain what brand recognition is, how it differs from brand awareness, and give you actionable advice on building, measuring and leveraging brand recognition. Power up your brand recognition strategy by pitching to the right media and measuring key metrics.

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Brand Branding How To Measurement 104

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 1, 2019

Sometimes PR objectives are described in vague terms, like “increased visibility” or “greater brand recognition.” We see this most often in the art of media relations, where a PR pitches a story idea to a journalist who’s just posted a similar piece, or when we’re too late offering comment on a hot topic.

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How To Interviews Measurement Storytelling 257

PR for Anyone

JULY 28, 2021

Lucky me to be able to interview a 15+ year media pro in the magazine and television editorial space. Jenn Chan is a rockstar beauty and fashion editor and on-air host and she sat down with me to talk about all things pitching the media! Safe to assume she’s been pitched a time or two of her career. Interview Transcript.

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Pitching Media Fashion Interviews 130

PR for Anyone

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

I’ve put together 31 tips to pitch the media! Tailor your pitch to each outlet and journalist. Keep your pitch concise and to the point. Be timely and relevant with your pitch. Make sure your pitch is grammatically correct and well-written. Make sure your pitch is grammatically correct and well-written.

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Pitching Media Interviews Video 130

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 7, 2018

PR teams can take advantage of sudden extra relevance by immediately pitching a client as a news source to media hungry for pertinent expertise. Here are the PR fundamentals for reactive media pitches. PR tips for reactive media pitches. Another example is the YouTube brand safety crisis. Some call it newsjacking.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 11, 2022

Whether it was through classes, writing for the school newspaper , or my personal blogs, my writing involved reporting facts, interviewing subjects, and taking down their quotes. In PR, there is room to be more subjective, adopting the client’s voice to promote their brand or products. What kinds of things do you write?

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Writing Journalism Pitching Report 294

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 19, 2022

For PR teams, the most common way to secure media coverage involves announcements, data and proactive pitches. Yet there are always times when proactive pitching doesn’t work, or when announcements and data are relatively light. If you think one of the brands you represent is right for a given opportunity, submit as soon as possible.

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Pitching Report Data Tools 304

5W PR

JANUARY 14, 2025

Develop unique insights and perspectives that differentiate the brand from its competitors. Cultivate a deep understanding of the technical intricacies of the brand offerings to communicate complex concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. Offer exclusive insights, data, or interviews with relevant experts.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Besides, elevating a brand or company’s image by carefully inserting their business or product into the existing conversation is exciting. And there are certain B2B tech sectors, like cybersecurity, where reactive media pitching is often a large and important program component. How Newsjacking Works. It all starts with the plan.

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Agility PR Solutions

JUNE 16, 2021

To get coverage or generate interest, your pitch needs to add value, be timely and you need to follow up properly. Whether you are looking to get interviews for your spokesperson, feature on a community news website or more editorial opportunities for your seasonal campaigns, […].

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Brand Branding Interviews Pitching 155

PR for Anyone

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

They’ve built a product, service or brand and now they are ready to be known. By knowing the types of stories you could pitch the media today, it positions you in a way that you can be that person in the media on a regular basis, be the expert in your industry, and really be seen with more authority and more credibility.

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PR for Anyone

APRIL 26, 2022

” If you need a refresher on Newsjacking, watch this interview I did with David Meerman Scott who coined the term. Since they need to get Board approval of the sale, you’ll still have time to pitch around this topic. Happy pitching! Having you pitch the media. What does that have to do with PR? EVERYTHING!

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Twitter Pitching Financial Video 130

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 6, 2024

When it comes to pitching, founderPeter has this advice for pitching: The people who do the following when using SOS almost always have successful pitches. Having a pitch written for the perfect match is definitely better than writing on the fly. When you find a relevant opportunity, pitch quickly. Be ready to go.

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Case Study Pitching B2B Tools 116

5W PR

OCTOBER 18, 2024

In today’s digital age, effective brand communication is essential for success. Public relations and digital marketing have emerged as two powerful tools that can work synergistically to enhance brand visibility, credibility, and reputation. Create a consistent brand presence across all platforms.

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