Posts Tagged ‘celebrity expert’

Want to Get on TV? Follow a Daily News Routine to Increase Your Chances

by Marsha Friedman on Thursday, 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. (more…)

How to Get the Media Interested in You: You May Be Newsworthy Without Even Knowing It

by Marsha Friedman on Thursday, 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. (more…)

Stay Focused on Your Passion

by Marsha Friedman on Wednesday, 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. (more…)

Why Getting Published Will Help Your Business

by Marsha Friedman on Thursday, 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. (more…)

Embrace the Celebrity Within

by Marsha Friedman on Tuesday, 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. (more…)