Media Relations

How to Write an Op-Ed

Though almost everyone has read a piece in their local newspaper’s opinion section, it’s not always clear what makes for a…

Media Relations

Tips for Thought Leadership Pitching During Election Month

In today’s Insight, I’m discussing tips for thought leadership pitching during election month. It’s no secret that election…

Media Relations

Preparing for a Virtual Broadcast Interview

As newsrooms shift to conduct interviews through video conference platforms, we’ve outlined some tips to consider when preparing…

Maven Communications

8 Tips To Determine Newsworthiness | Maven

Public relations practitioners judge if information and stories we are given are newsworthy or not. Sometimes company representatives…

Media Relations

Tips to Prepare for a Successful Media Interview

As public relations professionals, one of our most important jobs is to ensure our clients are prepared to speak with the media…

Media Relations

Holiday Pitching Do’s & Don’ts

‘Tis the season for closed offices and inevitable “out of office” automatic replies until January 2. While newsrooms may…

Media Relations

Pitching problems? Four tips to successfully reach journalists

Email, direct message or call? Link or attach photos? Too soon to follow-up? When pitching journalists, almost every PR professional…

Media Relations

Tips for Spokespeople: So You Won’t Frustrate Reporters!

Recently, I was told by a reporter that it was nice to talk to a PR professional who shared relevant details and provided succinct…