by Marsha Friedman on July 22nd, 2010
You may have heard me say this over and over – but it’s a fact: Talk radio is a great avenue for getting your message in front of a wide audience. With such an abundance of shows airing on terrestrial stations, online stations and satellite radio, and covering such a wide range of topics, you’re sure to find many that will be a good match for your message.
So how do you get on the air? Here are six tips designed to get you talking: Read the rest of this entry »
by Marsha Friedman on July 22nd, 2010
Over the years, I’ve always advised my clients that if you want to get in the news, you have to watch and read the news. I know it sounds a little like “bumper sticker” advice, but it’s really not meant as a sound bite. In fact, we use a practical application of that advice every single morning at our agency.
It’s actually a very simple list of easy steps that anyone can do, and it can get blockbuster results. Read the rest of this entry »
by Marsha Friedman on July 22nd, 2010
Ever since the days when every TV set was a massive 12 inches, and millions of Americans tuned in to watch I Love Lucy in glorious black and white, television has been in the center of our living rooms.
Today, the screens are larger, the picture is in high-definition color and the programming choices are near infinite. Also, in addition to shows of general interest, there are now literally hundreds of cable network shows that cater to specialized niche markets. Plus, millions are now watching TV shows on their cell phones and computers. All in all, TV viewership continues to soar. Read the rest of this entry »
by Marsha Friedman on July 22nd, 2010
Do you know what the media would consider newsworthy about you or your company?
Many new clients come to us with a strong opinion about what their “pitch” should be, but often miss the mark, in terms of knowing what will get the media to sit up and pay attention to their message. But it’s very understandable that this could occur, if you’re not working with the media the way we do, day in and day out, developing story angles intended to grab their interest. Read the rest of this entry »
by Marsha Friedman on July 22nd, 2010
Public relations is the hot potato of the marketing budget.
Chief Financial Officers hate it, while salespeople and business development executives love it. Every year, when the budget is drawn, this is typically how the conversation goes:
CFO: What’s the return on the PR budget?
Marketing Director: I don’t know. Read the rest of this entry »
by Marsha Friedman on June 30th, 2010
Emmy-Winning Client Proves Passion and Drive Can Overcome ANY Obstacle
I spend much of my time doling out practical marketing and PR advice based on the harsh realities of today’s new economy. People ask me constantly for ways they can market themselves affordably and more reliably, so I try to make sure most of my tips are grounded and instantly useful.
But there is one particular element I discuss quite a bit in my book, Celebritize Yourself – I also refer to it so often when speaking to clients and potential clients that I sometimes feel I run the risk of it losing its meaning. The element I talk about copiously is following your passion, and because I hate the thought of sounding like a broken record, it’s refreshing when something happens that re-emphasizes the meaning of my words. Read the rest of this entry »
by Marsha Friedman on May 28th, 2010
One of the things I love about my job is solving problems.
Sure, it’s great to have a client walk in the door who has a unique product or service, solid credentials and a compelling angle. It makes the work easier, certainly, but it sometimes is more satisfying to solve what a client thinks is an unsolvable problem in a creative way. Read the rest of this entry »
by Marsha Friedman on May 7th, 2010
Today’s celebrity is not always a movie or TV star, or famous recording artist. Rather, today’s celebrity is frequently an expert in his or her field, whether it is decorating, gardening, investing or healthcare. These “expert celebrities” are the people we look up to, the people who have the information we are searching for, or who inspire us to make a change for the better in our professional or personal lives. Read the rest of this entry »
by Marsha Friedman on April 22nd, 2010
You might see yourself as only one of a million people who are knowledgeable in a particular area, but your friends, family and colleagues may see you as the reigning expert on the subject, the go-to guy or gal with the answers. Read the rest of this entry »
by Marsha Friedman on April 2nd, 2010
At the start of her career, Rosie O’Donnell probably never dreamed she’d have her own TV talk show, but she did. And with Oprah Winfrey’s landmark show ending next year, a new Rosie show is being positioned to take over from Oprah as the preeminent daytime talk show. Rosie’s success in the entertainment industry is a lesson to everyone with aspirations to become a celebrity themselves. Read the rest of this entry »
by Marsha Friedman on March 25th, 2010
VIP Authors host, Shelley Lieber, invited Marsha Friedman to share her tips for authors to become well known in a teleclass on March 24, 2010.
Click here to listen to teleclass.
by Marsha Friedman on March 25th, 2010
I have always loved authors, which is why I’ve spent twenty years of my life devoted to helping them promote their books and ideas!
I admire authors for their passion, tenacity and, well…chutzpah. Writing a book – and getting it published – is truly for the spirited and dauntless. Read the rest of this entry »
by Marsha Friedman on March 12th, 2010
And How to Make Sure They Invite You Back
Successful non-fiction authors know a secret.
They know that when it comes to achieving success with a book, it’s not just about literary talent, or even the cleverness of the topic or message. They know that – unlike the movie Field of Dreams, where all Kevin Costner had to do was build a baseball diamond and the fans magically would come – just getting a book published does not guarantee anyone will hear about it, let alone buy it. Read the rest of this entry »
by Marsha Friedman on January 28th, 2010
You know what hard work is. You’ve put in the long hours, worked late into the night, done more working than eating during the lunch hour—all to ensure the success of your business.
You may be thinking about what else you can do to get the news of your products or services more broadly known within your target market. Or, you might be brainstorming future steps to expand your business and make it even more successful. Read the rest of this entry »
by Marsha Friedman on December 28th, 2009
In today’s economy, when businesses are struggling to stay afloat, corporate execs need to think out of the box more than ever before. They need to find a way to set themselves apart from others in their industry. Thus my mantra: a book is America’s new business card.
As the author of a book you are more than just a published writer – you are a valued expert, a credible authority, a proven professional AND a go-to source for print journalists and talk show hosts. Read the rest of this entry »
by Marsha Friedman on December 1st, 2009
Why Everyone Has a Little Celebrity in Them – And What to Do About It
Everyone is a celebrity at something, and by “celebrity” I’m not talking about movie stars, professional athletes or those overnight sensations that are here today, on the cover of People tomorrow and gone by Friday. Read the rest of this entry »
by Marsha Friedman on November 3rd, 2009
No matter what your field of expertise, once you gain ground as a celebrity, it’s a great opportunity to use your status and recognition to better humanity. I don’t mean to suggest you should strive to be the next Mother Teresa – far from it. My point is that you have an opportunity – if you want it – to deliver a worthwhile message. Read the rest of this entry »
by Marsha Friedman on October 8th, 2009
It’s one thing to talk about becoming a celebrity in your field. It’s quite another to actually begin the process. To make celebrity an authentic goal, we must first desensitize ourselves to the very word “celebrity.”
The best place to start is to refocus away from Hollywood or the Big Apple and turn it inward, toward yourself, your company, product, service, or expertise, and your industry. Celebritizing yourself from the ground up brings to mind two of my favorite domestic goddesses turned celebrities: Julia Child and Erma Bombeck. I point to these two iconoclastic women because we’re talking about specific industries, and these two virtually created their own. Read the rest of this entry »
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