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Brittany Miller
from Women in PR
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Thanks for Interviewing with us. Tell everyone who you are and where you’re from?
I am a Serial CEO and Women’s Advocate, and I help women especially, build and grow business, as well as develop new ideas for additional streams of income. I also work to motivate, inspire and support the female community in general, as it pertains to real life issues and adversities, based on my own experiences.
Q. What made you want to be in Public Relations?
It’s funny because I actually just fell into it! I got my initial start into entrepreneurship through the beauty industry as a hairstylist, and then expanded to serve the female community in Philanthropy through my nonprofit. It was through foot work for that, and hands-on experience trying to expand the reach of my own platforms, that I noticed the hidden gem of my skills in that area. People began to notice my progress and were inquiring on ways they could obtain help for themselves. It was due to that need that I adapted the “supply and demand” approach to Public Relations and Branding.
Q. Can you tell me in your own terms what does a Publicist do?
Sure!! Publicists assist with Image management and consultation, as well as service in the areas of next level networking and exposure. The idea is that PR work will give your business or brand more reach, while also keeping your image and reputation at best, which in turn brings more income, opportunities and return for the client. A common misunderstanding when it comes to this industry is that we do the work of booking agents or sales reps, which is not the case.
Q. Tell us about your company and the experience you had building it?
Whew!!! So, Brittany Miller Brand is the mother brand to 5 company platforms that all have strong presences in Women’s Empowerment. Building this Brand web (as I am calling it lol) was fun and easy-breezy! I say that because each entity was created based off of real needs and experiences of my own, and merely made sense to organize and monetize. I am all about serving the sisterhood, but I also recognize that I can do more and have more time to do more, when I can make more money to fund my ideas and keep me stable while I work!
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A. What is one thing you love and one thing you dislike about being a Publicist?
One thing I love is using my resources and skills to help another Boss Lady win!!! I get so excited and fueled up, off of helping to ignite passion back into women who may have been discouraged or lost in direction, as well as helping the motivated ones to dream bigger and set higher goals. One thing I dislike, is the lack of understanding of the industry that many clients possess when they book services. I usually have to go through a good amount of teaching sessions about the nature of the work in general, and even after that some clients will still have unrealistic expectations, which can make our jobs as Publicist tougher. — Also, the mentality that some people have that once they hire PR, they don’t have to do any work. I NEED my clients to do work so I can have fresh material to pitch and present. It’s a team effort and we both have to be on top of our game.
Q. What is one of your proudest moments being in PR?
A. I think one of my proudest moments is still to come!! In September, I will be presenting at the Boss Summit 2020 (4days, 3nights) in Orlando,
FL, and I’ve been asked to lead production on the Documentary! — I am excited for that because I had plans for my future to get more into film production (which can be heavy on PR) many people don’t realize that Production and PR have similar perspectives and duties required to make it a smash hit; so I am excited about that.
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A. What is one fun fact about yourself?
Fun fact: I can’t eat my food without eating all portions evenly. I have to keep all sections of my plate even, all the way to the last bite. I’ve been doing that since I was a kid and now it’s completely second nature! Lol
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A. What are some things you’re working on for 2020?
I am working on SO MUCH. I am of course, helping navigate my clients through this Pandemic and create innovative ways to stay on top of their game... but also for Brittany Miller Brand I am making a lot of shifts. I am transitioning the structure of many of my services, I am hiring a few teammates, I am moving my Magazine to its own site (finally) lol and I am expanding Boss Lady Blvd! I will also be doing more within my hair platform, such as more tutorials and NEW PRODUCTS! There is definitely a lot to look forward to over here.
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A. What is one thing you think needs to change in the PR world?
Publicists need to stop being so bougie and start helping one another a lot more. This is a tricky field because a lot of PR personnel like to compete. It makes me sick. I created a group chat on Instagram with a good handful of some of the dope PRs I know, mainly to encourage them to work together and create that community vibe. It’s still a little shaky though because this industry comes with many egos. Me personally, I’ve always been humble and grateful and never afraid of failure due to someone else’s success. Therefore, I’ve never had that competitive demeanor or mindset. That mindset can actually slow you down and block your blessings, so I move differently in my calling. I do this work for God and for my clients, much more than for myself.
Q. A. Where can the fans follow you?
I am on Instagram and Twitter @ mrsbrittmiller and all my brands are listed there in my bio. I am also on Facebook as Brittany NaturalStylist Miller, and if you’re looking to see MORE of what I am about and have to offer, my site ismrsbrittanymiller.com. Thank you so much for this awesome opportunity!
