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. From B2B to non-profit to consumer technology, I knew I loved PR, but I wasn’t serving the right industry. before sending any pitch.

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Cision

APRIL 13, 2017

In Cision’s 2017 State of the Media Report , more than half of respondents said a pitch that lines up with their past work and interests is what drove them to pursue a story. PR Newswire’s editorial specialists categorize every release that we send by industry and subject matter (automotive, earnings, acquisitions, etc.).

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Onclusive

MAY 10, 2018

As someone sitting squarely in the midst of these seismic shifts, which include the bubbling up of an entire marketing category called PRTech , I’ve had the great pleasure of speaking with many of the industry’s leading minds and picking their brains for best “tips and tricks” for upping your PR game.

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Cision

JANUARY 26, 2016

And that means all of them are sending pitches to reporters – the same reporters you’re pitching. But if your pitch sounds exactly like every other brand’s, it will get ignored. So how can you make your pitch stand out? It’s time to make a change to your pitching style! All brands want media coverage.

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Cision

MAY 26, 2016

Alexa Miller, senior account executive at Flackable, recommends reaching out to industry influencers to establish credibility and get your brand noticed. In this interview, she discusses why financial brands are hesitant to embrace PR, how to improve your pitching strategy and how to best engage your audience.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

Public relations professionals are always seeking new ways to get their clients’ stories out – from pinning down the right message to crafting a perfectly tailored journalist pitch. Agencies and clients alike need to be monitoring current trends in the industry. Have an engaging pitch. It’s not always easy.

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Cision

MARCH 8, 2016

Are you pitching reporters but not receiving responses? When reporters go through their daily pile of pitches, they look for fresh angles that will engage and inform their readers, not reiterations of an already discussed topic or drawn-out explanations. That’s because you’re not giving them what they want. Visualize Stories.

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Cision

MARCH 29, 2017

Based on the report’s findings, the Cision team put together this infographic that provides the latest media industry statistics and tips for communicators looking to improve their relationships and success rates with influencers as well as their earned media opportunities.

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PR for Anyone

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Post an infographic (check out www.Fiverr.com or www.Canva.com to have on easily made). Share a statistic about your industry. The other thing you can do is use this content as media pitches. Create Content Using Media Pitches. NOW is your time to by seen as THE go-to expert, an A-Lister in your industry!

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Cision

OCTOBER 16, 2017

Bob Evans , who I used to work with at Oracle and highly respect, brought up some good points on Twitter this week about the issues he recently encountered with PR professionals flooding his inbox with irrelevant pitches. Unfortunately, the “batch and blast” method of media relations is still prevalent in the industry.

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Sword and the Script

MAY 5, 2020

Propel says PR is sending more pitches; Muck Rack adds podcast contacts and broadcast monitoring; several PR tech vendors publish survey results “Welcome to May. PR is sending more pitches during COVID-19 The average PR pros appear to have sent more media pitches during the Coranavirus pandemic than before it’s occurrence.

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

Use language your audience will clearly understand and ensure your voice is consistent with your brand and industry. This could be a video, photos or an infographic. For press releases announcing new research, consider creating an infographic that visualizes the data. Keep the tone conversational, but informative.

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Cision

JUNE 2, 2017

If you know your industry, then you know your competitors. In fact the more traditional the industry, the less likely they will innovate. Do they rank well for keywords and phrases in your industry niche? The real value in spying and checking out the competitors and innovators is not just to copy or add to industry sameness.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 6, 2016

MMX is a place for today’s marketers to come and learn about what’s new and exciting in the industry. What constitutes a great pitch for you? A great pitch for me is a current news-based or thought leadership article that addresses an issue facing modern marketers today. What kind of stories are you looking for?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 28, 2018

Social monitoring and listening not only give us a heads up on customer service issues or negative PR, but they can illuminate industry trends and customer behavior. Media love poll-results story pitches, especially when accompanied by visuals like infographics. Data to power PR storytelling. Social listening sets the stage.

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Cision

MARCH 21, 2016

So how can you stay on the cutting edge of the news industry? They must reconsider how they create, distribute and pitch their thought leadership. Multimedia content, such as infographics or Slideshare presentations, will help you stand out from other brands pitching the same old standardized template. Native Advertising.

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Cision

JANUARY 22, 2016

Consistently producing quality content positions your brand as a thought leader in your industry and contributes to its overall reputation. Once you’ve built that reputation, when it comes time to pitch, journalists will remember your name and will be more likely to give your story a chance. It Establishes Your Expertise.

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Cision

FEBRUARY 15, 2016

Want to make the most of hosting industry events? Here are four steps to pitching reporters and getting coverage from your upcoming conference. Leverage your thought leadership and proprietary data to guide panel topics and attract attendees who will spread the word about what your brand is doing differently within your industry.

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5W PR

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Consider different formats, such as blog posts, articles, infographics, videos, and podcasts. Next, it’s important to pitch to journalists. Identify relevant journalists and media outlets covering the industry. Tailor pitches to the specific interests and needs of each journalist.

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PR Fuel

JUNE 18, 2020

They’re written in an objective way and often contain quotes, statistics, infographics, and eye-catching headlines. This will increase the likelihood that they’ll accept your pitches and publish your press releases. Press releases are the perfect medium to generate excitement and interest within your industry or niche.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 10, 2017

For those in the public relations industry, success starts with visibility. ” It’s particularly important to stick to industry topics and issues when writing for a B2B audience. Think of your posts as potential bylined or op-ed pieces for your most influential industry trade publications. Write “vertically.”

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Cision

OCTOBER 28, 2015

Check out the “PR Starter Kit” for pitching tips and more! Think about how many times you’ve seen a text-based article go viral – and compare that to cute kitten photos, the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge or infographics. Want to learn more ways to build relationships with influencers? Images inspire sharing.

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Cision

MARCH 8, 2016

This could mean sharing news via a YouTube video or creating an infographic on a recent industry trend. When pitching journalists, consider including photos or other multimedia to go along with your story. Brands should follow suit and start incorporating more multimedia content in their campaigns.

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Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Pitch Data Studies Data studies have always proven to be great sources of high-quality backlinks, provided the data is interesting and packaged correctly. Once you find your data sources, develop a compelling story complete with findings and some graphics, and then pitch these to journalists via email and/or press release.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

APRIL 2, 2024

These insights form the foundation for our infographic – a must-see for any PR pro! Wrap up This isn’t to say we aren’t acutely aware that the news industry continues to grapple with evolving media ecosystems, trust issues and financial troubles. 7 Reasons Traditional Media is Still Relevant in PR 1.

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Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

Industry reading.” The reality is, the value of reading is in understanding media trends, industry perspective and more broadly, a form of research social medialites call “listening.” The Value of Daily Industry Reading. The 6 PR Outputs of Industry Reading. Introductory pitches. by Frank Strong.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 24, 2017

Make your survey work harder by drafting an article based on the results or creating an infographic with the most startling findings. Pitch your client to appropriate media to discuss the survey in a greater context. Use the results as a starting point for an industry white paper and make it as shareable as possible.

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Cision

JULY 30, 2015

Want pitching tips that will help you land an interview? Click here for 10 Media Pitching Do’s and Don’ts! Check out this infographic for a helpful checklist! You’re looking for two things: the sentiment of their latest coverage and any red flags that may suggest a rocky interview ahead.

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Bad Pitch Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2012

Yet we still hear a lot of buzz about people fearing they''ll wind up on the Bad Pitch blog. We''re not even industry vigilantes. And we''re passionate about what we do and about our industry. I''ll be posting my slides, as well as an infographic on the evolution of the news release, here as early as tomorrow.

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Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The remainder of this post is a collection of cold email outreach templates broken down into specific industries for easy browsing. Survey Pitch Outreach Template When pitching a survey, highlighting the key takeaways is the most effective way to inspire your target to cover your post. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

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Buzzstream

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Link building can be especially beneficial in competitive industries like SaaS. Generally speaking, the SaaS industry can be more competitive because there are a lot of similar products vying for the same spots or niche industries. INDIRECT : Find a relevant website in your industry with a broken page link.

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Bad Pitch Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2012

As promised, here''s a link to the infographic , the playlist and below is my presentation from #PRSAICON. Turning the numerous changes afoot in our industry into opportunity isn''t a simple task. Turning the numerous changes afoot in our industry into opportunity isn''t a simple task. But it sure beats extinction.

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5W PR

JUNE 11, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the power to transform industries like healthcare, transportation, entertainment, and manufacturing. PR practitioners can ensure balanced media coverage by proactively pitching stories about AI advancements to journalists. However, its potential is often clouded by uncertainty and doubt.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 22, 2020

PwC estimates live events, conferences and tradeshows have shrunk 64% as an industry. The deluge of PR pitches. According to a survey of journalists by Muck Rack, 48% of journalists responding to this survey said they get between 1-5 pitches a day; 18% get between 5-10; 12% get upwards of 10-20; and 13% get 20 plus pitches a day.

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Buzzstream

JULY 16, 2024

For instance, if you want to rank for certain keywords in a specific region, such as “Memphis art galleries,” you could create and pitch a city study around the “Best Art Galleries in Tennessee” and include internal links to your Memphis art galleries page. This approach gives many more cities and publications to pitch.

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Cision

APRIL 23, 2015

What does my target audience do outside my industry? Others may want visual content, such as video and infographics. Pitch your written and multimedia content to reporters. How does my audience prefer to consume content? Who refers the most traffic to my site? Whatever your audience wants, give it to them.

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5W PR

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

T hen, the organization can start pitching relevant stories and providing journalists with newsworthy information that aligns with their beat. Send media pitches to proactively offer story ideas to journalists. Pursue industry awards and recognition to generate additional media coverage.

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