Ready, Set, Submit! How to Be Your Own Publicist

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First, let’s talk about my fireplace


PR: The Basics


What is PR? PR vs. Advertising vs. Marketing Why PR?

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Press Releases | Media Pitches |Real Wedding Submissions | Guest blogs


Not so fast


Your goals Your brand Your analytics

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Prepping for PR


Research time! Who is your audience? What’s the best way to reach them? Who is the targeted editor? What are the submission guidelines?


Getting organized


Media Pitches


Anatomy of a pitch Determine your angle Revisit your research/media list Craft pitch Step away. Then revise. Distribute Follow up


Real Wedding Submissions


Couple’s names Wedding date Photos Vendors A great story

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Credit: Rochelle Cheever Photography


Staying organized


Tips & Tricks


Keep it brief Keep it professional Follow the rules Offer exclusivity Find the right contact when distributing Make it easy on them Say Thank You


Promotion



Giveaway time!


Questions?


Stay in Touch Meghan Ely, OFD Consulting www.ofdconsulting.com meghan@ofdconsulting.com Facebook.com/ofdconsulting Pinterest.com/ofdconsulting Instagram.com/ofdconsulting*

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