Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

I am the editor, publisher, and writer at Green Car Journal and GreenCarJournal.com. Honestly, there are plenty of stories I’m proud of, but what stands out now is my piece in the current issue of Green Car Journal , “Caution Signs Ahead for Electric Vehicles.” How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started?

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Rock the Status Quo

OCTOBER 2, 2014

It gives you the power to pitch exactly what journalists want at exactly the right time. I take it a step further, actually scheduling alerts in Outlook that remind me when/where to pitch, so the opportunity isn’t forgotten when I’m juggling a dozen balls in the air. Whooooooooot! It is a lot of work.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 9, 2022

Naturally, the initial response may be a preference for splashy stories in top-tier outlets like The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, New York Times, or Fortune. Moreover, these trades are an excellent avenue for vertical-specific reporters at bigger business publications like Bloomberg or The Wall Street Journal.

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Cision

JANUARY 22, 2016

Here’s a few themes we’ve complied when pitching one of the toughest, yet most desirable outlets: The New York Times. It’s The Newspaper of Record, The Grey Lady, and a journalism institution. The paper employs some of the top journalists in the country, and the last thing they want is a tone-deaf pitch. Don’t call.

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PRSay

MARCH 18, 2020

At MediaSource, we’ve been speaking with our key media contacts to keep a pulse on what’s happening in newsrooms, and speaking regularly with our partners in journalism. In our recent conversations with journalists, it is clear that pitching stories as you may have done in the past is not an effective tactic during this news cycle.

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Cision

JUNE 10, 2015

Moderated by social media strategist Nichole Kelly , the panelists discussed ongoing transformations in the journalism world, the innovation process that sets USA Today apart from other digital newsrooms and pitching tips for PR pros to better work with outlets like USA Today. The worst pitches are those that are pushy or ignorant.

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Buzzstream

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Once upon a time, emailing journalists meant buying a list of media email addresses and blasting out a generic pitch. Some got coverage, but the vast majority of pitches were irrelevant, which decreased journalist receptivity to pitches overall. Personalized email pitching is the key to success today.

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Business Wire

MARCH 31, 2017

The session allowed attendees the opportunity to engage in small group discussions with journalists and learn more about how the media works; current challenges facing the industry; how journalists like to be pitched; and other useful information about interacting with the press. If you’re pitching local, it helps to have a local area code.

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Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 5, 2017

I’ve known Lin Pophal for years through her work as a writer for eContent , HR Executive , and others; have pitched her client stories and my own thought leadership topics (I’m in her eContent story on content curation tools ). Is this a sign of the future of PR (and journalism)? Is it interesting to get pitches?

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PRSay

MARCH 21, 2022

Companies are improving the way they share information, even as the credibility of CEOs and PR representatives has fallen, according to MuckRack’s 2022 “ The State of Journalism ” report. Eighty percent of journalists said that a quarter or more of their stories originate from pitches, down slightly from 81 percent last year.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 23, 2019

But that’s not how things work— not when there are dozens of notable deals pitched daily. Key business outlets like The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg and Forbes generally wont touch anything under $20 million. And they receive so many funding pitches, an embargoed story on a small round has little value to them.

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Communications Conversations

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

Paul Business Journal reporting on retail and restaurants before I started my career at Life Time in May 2018. I really appreciated my time in radio and print journalism. Of course, being exposed to so many local business leaders during my time at the Business Journal was a blessing.

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HMA Public Relations

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Lauren shares her journey into journalism, her love for uncovering unique local stories, the pitches she is looking for and much more in this post. Meet Lauren Wong, the digital editor for CITYSunTimes, in this week’s #MediaMonday!

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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. Relationship building takes time.

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Rock the Status Quo

DECEMBER 11, 2014

Busting our humps day after day to pitch creative stories that go nowhere, then madly celebrating ( even if it’s in the privacy of our own office ) when we finally land one. ” Even “My lawyer won’t let me talk about it [ said after they approved your pitch and the reporter was hooked on the idea ].”

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Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 7, 2023

I’m the Chief Editor of Commercial Carrier Journal (CCJ). She even went to his funeral locally (we asked their permission) – it was a full military funeral with honors – and photographed it and gave all the pics to the family. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started?

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JANUARY 8, 2024

I got to write a story on a local stray cat that had been “adopted” by a bed and breakfast. His name was Pip and he won the hearts of visitors and locals. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you or your publication? It was even heated!

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Cision

JUNE 25, 2015

Click here for your free “10 Media Pitching Do’s and Don’ts” tip sheet now! If your company landed major coverage in a book, peer-reviewed journal or spot on a publication’s annual list, it warrants a press release. Your shares will help build a reputation as a future source who drives results for them.

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Presspage

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

Finding traditional news media harder and harder to reach in the modern age, OhioHealth saw an opportunity to showcase their internal communications stories alongside their media relations efforts to truly create a one stop shop brand journalism website. Your team won an award from PRSA this year for best online newsroom.

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 15, 2017

Recently, I received notice from the publisher of a local business journal that the “People on the Move” section is up for sale. The one-time crowdsourced feature for new hire announcements or appointments in a local market will cost $250. Conflicting interests. Photo credit: Pixabay ( CC0 1.0 ) .

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HMA Public Relations

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Find out more on how he got into journalism, the pitches his publications are looking for, favorite local spots and more in this post. We are back with another #MediaMonday! The latest feature comes to us from staff writer for AZ Big Media, Kyle Backer.

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Cision

JANUARY 28, 2016

In this interview, Stuart discusses his motives for making the switch, the value of a news background and the intersection of journalism and PR. What was behind your decision to switch from journalism to PR? Learn how with our brand journalism white paper! What is the relationship between PR and journalism?

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

APRIL 2, 2024

More than half of US adults (55%) found nine major news outlets (ABC News, CBS News, NBC News, CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and NPR) to be credible. Media relations (and media pitching) continue to play a critical part in executing a successful PR strategic plan — and traditional media still matters.

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Cision

MARCH 22, 2016

Your brand may have a good story, but if you’re not catching journalists’ attention with your pitch, it won’t get covered. Journalist Sharon Ward Keeble stresses the importance of providing value and detail when pitching your story. How did you get your start in journalism? How did you get your start in journalism?

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Newspapers Pitching Interviews Writing 120

Landis PR

MARCH 4, 2024

Example: pitch a story on a newly opened hiking trail to an outdoors editor at a local newspaper who also has a following on social media. Go for a bylined article in a trade publication or research journal. Targeting those audiences that influence your target customer can cut through the digital clutter.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 3, 2024

In the past year, I worked on two profiles, one on a local shop owner in Wyoming and another on a president of a vocational school. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I’ve been in journalism for almost two years. What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you?

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Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 9, 2021

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? About a decade – my interest in journalism started in high school. What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you? There are some pitches that may be interesting, but simply don’t fit my audience or my focus area at Insider.

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Rock the Status Quo

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

Since we’re in the tail-end of third quarter, I decided to interview the new hire on his area of expertise, diving into specific trends he had noticed during this quarter and their local impact. I wrote up the press release showcasing these trends, giving it a heavy local spin. Today is day one. Today is day one.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I decided to pursue a career in journalism toward the end of my freshman year at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you? area locals, A Sound of Thunder. Know your audience. That works both ways.

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Cision

JULY 20, 2016

You’ve helped clients land coverage in major publications, such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and more. Don’t be afraid to try an unexpected pitch angle or tap into a new media outlet. What are the biggest pitching mistakes brands make? What are the keys to media relations success?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

Don’t fall for a slick pitch. Charity Navigator, The Journal of Philanthropy and even the Better Business Bureau offer updated information. Our local partners knew the “lay of the land” and were cooperative on every level. There are many ways to check out an organization before partnering.

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PRSay

MAY 23, 2018

An added bonus for you: Trade outlets aren’t inundated with pitches like their high-visibility counterparts, so it’s easier to get your pitch in front of the right eyes. Similar to trade journals, podcasts cover an array of niche subjects. Some podcast audiences are even larger than local broadcast markets.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JULY 15, 2024

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you? Please tell me why what you’re pitching would be beneficial to our readers. Please don’t pitch something and then go M.I.A. What elements or characteristics do you look for in a story?

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

But to slap the word embargo on a pitch or press release and send it out without first getting the reporter to agree is not an effective tactic.” Exclusives help build relationships with important media companies (national or often local). An outdated approach. Old outdated tactic. Builds relationships. Use sparingly.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 20, 2024

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? It was for the local newspaper (I miss those) and about a kid getting his Eagle Badge. What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you? Make sure that you double-check the name on your pitch. I wrote my first story when I was 16.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

MARCH 22, 2021

Not too long ago I reported on how a local venture capitalist had been among the early investors in the company that went on to become Moderna, now one of three companies with a vaccine against COVID-19. I get a lot of pitches about a company being started and that’s the news hook being offered. Any pet peeves with PR people?

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Bad Pitch Blog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2007

1) Charlotte Observer business section pitching tips The Publicity Hound So many editors take the time to give tips like this, have you tried searching for pitch tips on your top outlets and editors? He''s also competing for longest post title in the world. Soak it in, but be smart about it. This podcast will tell you how.

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