Rock the Status Quo

NOVEMBER 25, 2015

Rock The Pitch #14. A pitch hit my inbox yesterday from a writer. It wasn’t a bad pitch, just mediocre, but it did have obvious signs that the person sending the pitch didn’t do his basic homework before pitching. The Pitch: Sent: Wednesday, November 25, 2015 5:53 AM. To: Carrie Morgan .

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

My hope is that companies will take a step back to consider how focusing on using their unique voice in their PR and marketing efforts will help them stand out from those utilizing generic AI-generated content and pitches. Audiences know the difference. ” ~ Khaner Walker , Senior Director, Corporate Communications, Syneos Health 16. .”

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Cision

AUGUST 30, 2017

Write Great Content. This might go without saying, but your very first step in attracting the attention of an influencer is to write something they would want to share with their readers. You could write a blog post about the top 10 best purses the celebrity has ever carried. Go ahead and pitch a few article ideas to that site.

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PR Fuel

AUGUST 12, 2021

Press release writing can help you gain media coverage. You don’t have to learn how to write a press release alone! Instead, consider these 10 benefits of requesting press release writing services. Instead, consider these 10 benefits of requesting press release writing services. Write for Your Audience.

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Stephen Waddington

OCTOBER 11, 2017

How to submit a pitch. CIPR members interested in contributing to the project should read the contributors’ guidelines (opens as a PDF) and submit a pitch by 3 November, 2017. The post Help write the CIPR’s story as part of 70th anniversary project appeared first on Stephen Waddington. Thanks for stopping by.

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PR Fuel

JULY 14, 2021

Learning how to write press releases can help you reach and appeal to your target audience. Here are the nine tips you need when learning how to write a press release. Before you learn how to write press releases, it’s important to consider what you want to write about. Not sure where to start?

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Cision

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

When you invite internal and external subject matter experts to contribute to your content marketing program, it’s important to have guidelines for them to follow. Want to write for Cision®? Will you accept content from anyone with a good pitch, or would you prefer them to be experts in your field? Guidelines for Submitting.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 4, 2017

How hard is it to write some short articles on a subject you know well? Always start with editorial guidelines. Understanding what the decision-makers want before you begin writing is a major timesaver. Most online publications have editorial guidelines. Write for the audience. Create a writing track record.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JANUARY 27, 2011

Waxing UnLyrical personal, possibly poetic, musings on public relations, media, communication, and everything in between About Shonali 15 Reasons Your PR Pitches Suck January 27th, 2011 Tweet In the genes? I can’t tell you how many pitches I received that were so bloviated, they would have made Alec Baldwin jealous. And that was it.

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Cision

MAY 9, 2017

I’ve been using this strategy for several years on my blog , and I’m to the point where I have so many fabulous guest bloggers that I rarely need to write content myself (which gives me more time to write on sites like Cision!). But even if someone pitches a topic near what you’re looking for, I encourage you to still be picky.

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5W PR

JULY 15, 2020

Media kits used to be presented following a pitch at a press conference or other large event, but starting in the early 2000s, the best practice shifted to individualized pitches via email. By including sponsorship guidelines for influencers, etc., What to Include in a Media Kit? The offer to potential clients and partners.

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Rock the Status Quo

MAY 4, 2015

The Differences in Pitch Style & Purpose Are Helpful to Understand I love PR, I love SEO and I really love how well they intersect to grow client reach and conversion. How that pitch is written can be VERY revealing. Why do I write about backlink pitches in a PR blog?

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OnePitch

JANUARY 11, 2024

Standing out from the crowd is vital in a consumer media landscape that is flooded with product pitches. To capture a journalist's attention, your pitch should have five elements: accuracy, relevancy, transparency, efficiency, and credibility. So even though it's surprising to me that I have to say this, know who you're pitching.

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Cision

APRIL 7, 2017

In this interview, Daher sat down to discuss with me the challenges of being a new agency owner, how to deliver effective pitches, and how she’s embracing the many changes in the field of PR. I become a mini-expert on the journalist I’m pitching. before sending any pitch. How did you get your start in PR?

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Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The New York Times encourages authors to write in their own voice. Writing to “seem smart” often has the opposite effect, and it’s best to focus in detail on something specific from a unique perspective. The goal of the editing process is to make the author’s thinking and writing as clear and orderly as possible.

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Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 3, 2023

I’ve been writing this monthly column about PR technology companies for nearly five years – and I’m still continuously reminded that while these companies make software for communicators, they are not typically communication experts. The database also has built-in features for list-building and a generative AI feature for pitching.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 18, 2018

In public relations , choosing the right words to pitch a story is as important as using the right fabric in fashion design. There are some tips to word choice that can make the difference in whether a journalist jumps on a pitch or hits the delete button. The same basic rule applies when pitching a media contact.

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Sword and the Script

JULY 26, 2022

It means you spend a lot of time researching publications, figuring out their editorial point of view, drafting pitches, getting rejections or no response at all, and all potentially with no reward. Now, start crafting your pitches. Make your pitch as personalized as possible. Fortunately for you, the bar is pretty low.

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Cision

JULY 9, 2015

To that end, you may see your distribution service reject your press release initially, or ask you to make some changes to meet guidelines. Ignore Those Guidelines. Hey, if you never saw the guidelines, you can claim ignorance, right? As an example, PRWeb lists its editorial guidelines here. Use the Word “Free” Heavily.

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The Proactive Report

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The trick to getting good content from an AI service is to learn how to write excellent prompts. Give it an identity to write from, a tone of voice to use, and enough context about the topic so that you get a great response back. Always edit and put your own voice on a piece that’s created by AI. Never use it straight from AI.

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PR Fuel

MARCH 22, 2022

Then, write your press release with that publication’s target audience in mind. If you want to ensure your release is picked up, dedicate time to the writing process. Make sure to follow their guidelines to the letter. Review the Guidelines. Read each publication’s submission guidelines twice.

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PRSay

JUNE 18, 2019

We uphold the standard for a consistent style, though the specifics of some guidelines may change over time. What is the thought process at the AP behind making changes to longstanding style rules (like the change to writing out state names in datelines, for example)? aren’t using any particular style.

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Buzzstream

MARCH 5, 2025

The authors of these stories can quickly become journalists to target for follow-up stories, additional quote pitches, and more. Between creating content and pitching, I barely had time. If you are a banking client, you could talk about inflation) and pre-write some quotes for those topics. In fact, most isnt.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 1, 2018

How to prep and pitch a byline. Make the pitch short and authoritative. For longer B2B bylines, a detailed outline may be necessary, but often a short email pitching the topic and author will do. The executive bylining the piece should be writing about an area where he has clear expertise and a distinct point of view.

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Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

PR professionals should create thoughtful, data-backed pitches, engage with reporters on social media, send swag (when appropriate), maintain relevant media lists, and manage all follow-through with reporters and journalists. PR people may also develop guidelines for interacting with the media or even social media.

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Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

She talks about everything from setting up a news monitoring workflow to building content banks to crafting pitch emails. Speed is CriticalBut So is Precision Ensure your pitch, press release, and content update are aligned so journalists see a consistent, timely story. Transcript Here is an edited transcript of our conversation.

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Business Wire

MARCH 7, 2017

Do not expect influencers to write for free. Once the influencer has agreed to be a part of your influencer program, it is time to write and sign a contract. Were contract guidelines met? Were FTC #spon/#ad disclosure guidelines met? Do not forget this step! How high was the quality of content the influencer created?

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PR Fuel

AUGUST 5, 2021

It’s important to make sure you’re following the proper press release guidelines, though. Before rushing to follow the rest of these press release guidelines, take a moment to consider why you’re creating one. You’ll need a strong email subject line, pitch email, and headline. A Singular Purpose.

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Onclusive

JUNE 14, 2017

Brand strategy teams set mandates around key messages by creating a boilerplate, message card, branding guidelines and so forth. PR’s job is to pitch and secure stories that align with the brand, as told through third-party endorsement. But then there’s PR, which is commonly treated as a different mechanism altogether.

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

When writing your press release, make sure you include all the necessary information and answer who, what, where, when and why. There will be exceptions to this guideline; however, longer releases run the risk of losing your audience’s attention. Also, be sure your headline is a good representation of what your press release is about.

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Buzzstream

JUNE 30, 2021

As one of the only chances you have of getting your campaign seen by a journalist, subject lines are arguably the most important part of a pitch. We’ll start with the most important aspect, which is crucial to your pitch standing a chance of getting picked up. It’s also crucial to understand sectors when pitching pieces.

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PR Fuel

JULY 1, 2021

Read the Guidelines. Once you have a list of media outlets to contact, research each publication’s submission guidelines. These guidelines are a list of press release requirements specific to each publication. Make sure your press release submission suits their guidelines. Create Your Pitch.

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 19, 2022

Some 94% of 2,547 reporters responding to an annual survey by Muck Rack say email is still their preferred way to receive pitches, but anyone that works in PR knows that a journalist’s inbox is a very competitive space. 13% accept pitches on Twitter – and those that do tend to make this clear in their Twitter bio. Humanize it.

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The Stalwart Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2014

I recently read VOSD''s revised reporter guidelines and mission “to turn the chaos of news into a story people can access and understand” and fell even deeper in love. VOSD''s call rings true for what public relations professionals typically try to do with clients whether it’s crafting a pitch, drafting website copy or writing a proposal.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 22, 2020

It’s worth pointing out, that even while these statistics were published in 2020, many will have utility as benchmarks and best practice guidelines for years to come. The deluge of PR pitches. Pitch proof points with claims. Social media statistics from 2020. Marketing Statistics from 2020. Source: Code of PR Ethics? ).

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Buzzstream

JULY 10, 2024

That is why they mention in their link spam guidelines that “excessive link exchanges” are against their policies, not all link exchanges. Most ABC link exchanges have strict guidelines as to the kinds of sites they let in. Avoid Link Networks and PBNs The best way to avoid these is to avoid people who pitch you on behalf of others.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2017

Writing is thinking, but more than that its the application of thinking; it transforms a passive activity into an active one. The venerable email pitch. “92% 92% of journalists and influencers prefer email pitches.”. 16) Pitch in the morning. . 37% of publishers are not in compliance with FTC guidelines on native ads.

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