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How to Slow or Stop Negative News
What happens when you discover negative news is leaking out about you or your company? Do you ignore it? Confront it? Hope it goes away? The beginning of a news cycle can be the most crucial point for how a news story will be placed, which is why you need to always be in front of the story.

Image is Everything
Image is everything. It’s not what you say, but you do that is remembered by others, yet surprisingly few people seem to remember this, especially when they are in the middle of a crisis situation.

Losing the Battle Winning the PR War
Sometimes in crisis communications you need to lose the smaller customer battle to win the greater public relations war. It's a strategy practiced by war Generals, which suggests if the act can protect lives, it can also probably protect your image.
Selling Your Story Idea
Everyone knows the best salesman is the person who believes soundly in his product. This is why you must be absolutely convinced that your story idea is newsworthy before you pitch any journalist. Here are a few tips to help you bring focus to your idea so it sounds more news worthy.
The Rules of Gift Giving
What are the rules when it comes to giving products or samples to the media? Does it work in your interest to provide a free sample of your product to a reporter or would you be better off by just sending out a news release? There might be a better way to get the media's attention, and it is something money can't buy.
Unconventional vs. Conventional Pitches
One size does not fit all when it comes to pitching a story idea to the media. In many cases, you will have more success with your story pitches by targeting the proper news medium and reporter through unconventional ways.
When to Pitch Reporters & Producers
When is the best time to pitch reporters or producers? Should you pitch your story idea in the morning, afternoon, or after the reporter files his story? There are better times to pitch your story idea which can be the difference between a successful or failed PR strategy.
Why Credibility Matters
Pitching the media is more than just pitching a story idea. It is about pitching the entire package, and that means pitching yourself. If you are trying to get yourself on the news or in the newspapers, you need to establish why you are qualified to speak on the topic. Here are a few ways to establish your credibility before pitching the media.
Why You Should Never Lie to the Media
What happens when you try to cover-up a lie? If you are talking to a reporter who makes a living by uncovering information, you will probably get caught, which is why you should always think twice before trying to lie your way out of a crisis situation.
Writing an Effective News Release
Newspaper and television reporters should not be approached the same way when it comes to press releases. The two mediums face different time constraints and deadlines with their stories, which will dictate how long or short you should make your pitch.

Your Reputation Is Priceless, The Time To Defend It Is Before It Is Damaged....
You must communicate your side of the story to the news media during a legal action or face the consequences.

Social Media #1 - A Company's Friend, Foe
First in a series on social media
What’s YOUR Sustainability Blueprint?
How to authentically take inventory of your business from a sustainability standpoint and using it to better promote your business. This article explains the importance of authentic sustainability practices, not doing what is known as "greenwashing".
3 Things Michael Vick Can Teach You About Online Marketing
Here are a few interesting lessons to consider when using online marketing.

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A GREAT USP IS THE KEY TO GREAT PUBLICITY
Whenever I speak to professionals and business owners about publicity, I always talk about the important the Unique Selling Proposition (USP). This topic generates lots of comments and questions. This is how to relate the USP to great publicity.
Ultimate PR Edge Get Reporters To Open Your Email
You know that getting publicity is vital to the health of your business. You probably also know that e-mail is the way most publicity seekers get in touch with reporters to score that precious coverage. Here’s what you don’t know: The vast majority of e-mails sent to journalists never get read.
The Four Seasons of Publicity Building an All Year Publicity Machine
For hard-core publicity insiders, though, there’s a rhythm togenerating coverage, based upon the natural ebb and flow of theseasons. Such an approach can help you score publicity throughoutthe year, and will help keep your eye on the ball from Januarythrough December.
Is PR Right for You? 6 Questions to Ask
Public relations is one of my favorite marketing methods, but it can also be one of the more frustrating ones. Even when you do everything right, you still might not get the publicity you want. Or for that matter, ANY publicity at all. When a PR campaign doesn't work, you can find yourself wanting to pull out all your hair in frustration.

Publicity Versus Advertising -- What’s the Difference?
Many people have the misconception that publicity and advertising are the same things. While both publicity and advertising can play important roles in an organization’s overall marketing plan, they are very different.

The Fifteen Most Common Publicity Mistakes Businesses Make
While many business owners understand the importance of publicity, many of these businesses are making common mistakes that are taking away from their publicity efforts. By being aware of these mistakes, you'll be able to make the most out of every publicity opportunity.
Airline Media Publicity: Don’t Get Scammed
Getting publicity in the airlines magazines can be a great way to reach an affluent audience of business leaders, sales executives and professionals. Unfortunately, several companies prey on unsuspecting small businesses by offering them pie-in-the-sky offers for publicity that rarely yield tangible results. This article will show you how to separate the wheat from the chaff so you get the best publicity you can for your investment.
Is Any Publicity Good Publicity?
There's an old saying that goes something like this: "All publicity is good publicity, as long as they spell your name right." Frankly, as a marketing professional, I would pretty much agree with that. Publicity means visibility, which generates awareness that could lead to interest, which combined with the credibility that earned media endows, could very easily lead to sampling or a decision to buy. (Bear in mind that what looks like a long, convoluted path on paper actually takes only seconds to register in the minds of your customers, and then you have results!)
Don’t Read the News, Be the News!
Publicity is a powerful tool. How can Public Relations professionals help you get publicity?
PR Strategy: Are You Sabotaging Your Publicity Campaign?
Many small businesses aren’t getting publicity for the oddest reason: They talk themselves out of it! Here are 10 common problems I’ve seen with entrepreneurs who want publicity.
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