Media Relations

Should You Get Media Trained if You Never Talk to the Media?

Maven has been conducting a lot of media training sessions lately, and one question that always comes up is: “Do I still need…

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Media Relations

How to Pitch and Secure a Byline: A 101 Guide to Successful Byline Placement

Any communications professional knows that getting published isn’t just about having good ideas—it’s about understanding how…

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Media & Culture

5 Trends Shaping Today’s Media Landscape

The Maven team has recently been busy hosting media training sessions for several clients. This had me thinking about the dramatic…

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Crisis Communications

Messaging Through Uncertainty: A Guide for Nonprofit Leaders

Last week, Rebecca and Jessica spoke at Bernstein’s 2025 Philadelphia Nonprofit Forum held at Taller Puertorriqueno. The theme…

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Media Relations

Crafting an Effective Media Plan for Your Next Big Announcement

Let’s be honest—not everything your company does deserves a press release. I’ve seen firsthand how clients sometimes want to…

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Media Relations

Owning the News: How Law Firms Can Lead the Conversation

Last year, I wrote about the keys to crafting effective PR strategies for law firms around active litigation and case wins. But…

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Media Relations

How to Respond When Journalists Don’t

We’ve all been there. You craft what feels like the perfect pitch—clear, concise, and tailored to the journalist’s beat—and…

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Media Relations

Leveraging Law Firm Pro Bono Work Through PR

Recently, I had the privilege of moderating a Legal Marketing Association panel on amplifying the reach and impact of pro bono…

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Media Relations

The Power of Hyperlocal Media Outreach & Why it Matters in PR

Any Public Relations professional knows that all media coverage is not always created equal. The real magic happens when you tap…

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