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PR 101: Tips you can use

In this economy, advertising often takes a back seat to PR strategies that can give a business more mileage on a tighter budget. Below are some general PR tips useful for any industry, organization, or professional.
  • Establish relationships with editors of relevant industry publications. Making this effort can really reap benefits, especially in this economy.
  • Figure out what makes you newsworthy and then get to the point. Writers and reporters are busy people, so if you want to get them interested in what you have to offer, prioritize the useful information and be concise!
  • Designate a media spokesperson within your organization, and make sure they possess media training.
  • One of the most inexpensive ways to drum up interest in yourself, your business or your products and services is to write articles. Many publications allow you to submit articles, which they then review, edit, and potentially schedule for publication.
  • Consider alternative, creative avenues to communicating your message, product or service. Something that cuts through the clutter is more likely to be noticed and make it onto the page or the TV screen!
  • Remember: PR is all about relationships!
  • Don't understimate the power of product placement. Make the right contacts and get your product featured on audience-appropriate programs.