The art of pitching to reporters
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The reason why PR people fail in stimulating coverage, to convert the organization's publicity to news outlet's news is because of the lack of newsworthiness. Ten top tips are given for the proper pitching protocol. These include, stressing uniqueness, localize the story, cite affiliation, celebrities, highlighting the numbers, conflicts, conform to the news outlet's style, know the style of the news outlet, persistence, and importance of building relationships.
Publication Name: O'Dwyer's PR Services Report
Subject: Business
ISSN: 1043-2957
Year: 2004
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Media measurement: it's more than looking at ROI
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Many organizations use sophisticated research and analysis to track the success or failure of their communications programs. Focusing on "Return on Investment" (ROI) denigrates the value of current media content analysis by implying that measures in use today are of little or no value outside the communication department.
Publication Name: O'Dwyer's PR Services Report
Subject: Business
ISSN: 1043-2957
Year: 2004
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Playing the media game to win
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Maintaining a strong relationship with the media is most critical, providing an invaluable tool for an organization. Depending on how the media is handled can make or mar a reputation. Strategies are presented for developing effective skills to deal with the press.
Publication Name: O'Dwyer's PR Services Report
Subject: Business
ISSN: 1043-2957
Year: 2003
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