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Senior Digital PR Manager at Claneo GmbH

Journalist Outreach: 4 Tips for Success! 📝   Thinking of reaching out to journalists? Make sure you're on the right track by steering clear of these common mistakes:   Keep it Personal 📭 Don't send the same message to everyone. Journalists get a lot of emails, so make yours stand out. Talk about why your story matters to them and show you've done your homework. Check Their Recent Work 📰 It's a big no-no to not know what a journalist has been writing about lately. Mentioning old stories makes you look like you're not paying attention. Take a moment to see what they've been working on recently, so your pitch fits right in. Follow Up Smartly 📧 Sending one email and hoping for the best won't cut it. But bombarding them with emails isn't great either. Find a balance. Send a polite follow-up to see if they're interested, and if not, respect their time. Build a Relationship 🤝 Don't just treat journalists like a means to an end. Take the time to get to know them, appreciate their work, and build a real connection. A good relationship can lead to more opportunities down the line.   By dodging these mistakes, your outreach game can be stronger and more successful. 🌐 #DigitalPR #outreach #relationshipbuilding

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