Want to find out how to create a powerful publicity and book promotion strategy? You will need to know several aspect of publicity strategy that includes how to build national expert status, the elements of creating a website that works for the media, how to use testimionals that empower you and how to be a breaking news expert who can comment on the news of the day. Plus, media training is key to a successful media strategy.
The basics of publicity are easy to learn. You can create an effective media strategy that enables you to get the media placements and exposure of your dreams.
CREATE A WEBSITE ESPECIALLY FOR THE MEDIA: Pack your media website with info pertaining to your book along with the materials the media will need including a .jpeg of your book’s cover, your professional media picture, previous demo video of your appearing on a TV show, links to media coverage in magazines, newspapers and other online media outlets, a list of topics you know about, your immediate contact info and well-developed media bio that outlines your credentials, education, accomplishments and professional experience. Include testimonials from powerful names – go big, avoid little mentions that no one really knows as this weakens you – remember, you are known by the company you keep.
Become a socially relevant book author & expert. Know how to tie yourself & your book’s messages into the news of the day. Be sure to blog on news events being covered by TV or other print media and internet sites. The Blogging helps you create a working knowledge of the new of the day. Apply your knowledge and pack your blog posts with content as this helps develop your thoughts and creates expert status.
Learn how to make the most of each and every media opportunity and appearance. You’ll need to practice plus feedback to become your own personal best. This way, when the media calls you to book you, you’ll know just what to do! Media training teaches you how to be conversational and engaging while providing lots of essential information -all characteristics of a great guest!
Knowing the tools of the trade will help you avoid the mistakes that many authors and experts make in their publicity and book promotion efforts. Once you create and apply the publicity tools necessary you will be able to enjoy media exposure with confidence.
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Want To Be A SMASH HIT Success On TV & Radio? Want to avoid media mistakes with your publicity & book promotion? Learn the publicity, TV, radio & media skills you need to be the media’s dream guest! The publicity special report includes a set of tried and true publicity tips to use while working with the media. You’ll learn the top pre-interview tips, on-camera or on-air tips, book promotion and publicity tips, media etiquette tips & lots more PR publicity pro tips to help position you as the media’s dream guest!
Tips! Don’t try to influence the producer’s or journalist’s original story or segment idea, even if you think you are helping. Give the media what they want. Usually these segments and stories are created by other editors or executive producers and the media you are speaking to does not have the authority to change the segment or story. They know what they want and want you to cooperate. If you have the point of view they are looking for, perfect. If not, it’s best to say no to the media rather than try to persuade them to do something different from their original plan. This way, they can book the segment and move on to the next segment. Stay on target, give them what they want if what they want is in your area of expertise, and don’t go off on any tangents. Stick to the script and they will come back again next time.
Never Cancel A Segment Or Appointment With The Media! Once you represent that are able for the media opportunity, please do not change your mind because the producer or journalist moves immediately to finalize the media placement on their end. If you pull out you upset the booking process you leave the producer or journalist in a tough spot. This business is built on trust so never do anything to jeopardize the trust the media has in you. When you make a commitment, stick to it, even if something comes up that you feel is more important. Your word should be worth gold in this industry!
Prepare in advance for your pre-interview with the media and for the actual interview. During the pre-interview the media is evaluating you on many levels including your energy, enthusiasm and ability to engage yet provide an expert opinion. If you waffle or appear frazzled, the media will move on. The media is looking for both signs that you are the one they will choose or warning signs that they have to keep looking. No being prepared gives them the big signal for them to keep looking. If you are not able to get your commentary together for the pre-interview where there is little stress, how will you perform when in the hot seat, that is, on the air? So, take the time to find out what is the point of view that media is looking for from you and prepare your five talking points or more.
Always make sure the media can contact you quickly. One big beginner mistake is to miss the media’s call once you have made contact. The media must move quickly and being able to pick up the phone, call your cell and connect with you is imperative. So, if you are expecting a call from the media, set it up in advance that you will take the call when it comes in. Nothing is more frustrating to the media than to not be able to get in touch with their guest at critical times. Keep your cell phone on, answer it and be a great guest!
Get additional tips on how be the media’s dream guest. If you want publicity on TV or publicity on radio, learning the skill set of an exceptional and professional guest is critical. Enjoy tremendous success with your publicity and promotion strategy and you can do this by learning a professional skill set. Find out how.
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