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Journalists as BFFs? 5 Ways To Make Yourself An Ally

Establishing solid relations with the reporters covering your industry can yield numerous benefits for your brand, from greater visibility and access to new audiences to accurate communications during a crisis. But be aware that forging such coveted relationships requires consistent, long-term effort. For one, just consider how many others are vying for a reporter’s attention. […]

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Newsjack Your Way To Media Coverage

PR & Marketing / The Connector

“Help, I’ve been newsjacked!” Likely, you won’t ever make that cry on a darkened street corner since newsjacking isn’t something that’s done to you; instead, it’s a proven strategy that brands can use to more effectively gain media coverage. While “newsjacking” is a current buzzword, it’s been around for a while. Coined by marketing strategist

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How SMEs Can Be The Marketer’s Best Friend

PR & Marketing / The Connector

In today’s competitive business landscape, companies are constantly seeking ways to stand out from the pack and establish themselves as industry thought leaders. One invaluable yet often-underutilized resource is a company’s subject matter experts (SMEs). Such individuals possess deep knowledge and expertise in their respective areas, making them invaluable assets for marketers. But do you

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6 Ways to Garner Greater Attention for Your Next Press Release

PR & Marketing / Peter Baron

We’ve touted before the benefits of press release dissemination. Not too long ago, releases were considered a thing of the past, jilted in favor of social media and digital marketing. However, releases have experienced a resurgence in recent years due to the perceived credibility they offer compared to digital claims in an increasingly cynical world.

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5 Things B2Bs Must Know for Better Media Relations

Business Strategy & Insight, PR & Marketing / Kathy Berardi

There is a common misconception about what media relations is and what it entails. While social posts, news releases, and blog posts are sources of news, media relations is the process of communicating such news directly to a journalist, in the form of a pitch. Media relations is handled by a company’s communications officer or

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The Most Bang for Your Buck: Create Fireworks with a Strategic, Integrated Marketing Mix

PR & Marketing / Dana Cogan

Nothing says Fourth of July like fireworks, especially those large-scale displays at theme parks and shopping malls. If you pay close attention to such displays, you’ll notice that you’re not seeing just one type of pyrotechnic, but a multitude integrated together for maximum impact. Like pyrotechnicians, marketers increasingly understand that just one form of outreach is no longer adequate for fully grabbing the attention of busy buyers these days.

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Is Media Relations a Dying Breed?

PR & Marketing / Dana Cogan

We are often asked this question here at our agency, particularly by our clients who are budgeting their PR and marketing spend. Should they still be earmarking funds for traditional media? With the rise of social media, aren’t press releases and journalist interviews becoming a thing of the past? Well, yes and no. I

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