Should you pitch non-coronavirus stories to the press?
COVID-19 is dominating the news cycle. Can PR pros stoke interest about stories unrelated to the pandemic? Are journalists covering anything else?
COVID-19 is dominating the news cycle. Can PR pros stoke interest about stories unrelated to the pandemic? Are journalists covering anything else?
Communicators, you are not alone. We’re here to help.
When crisis strikes, communicators are responsible for being connectors and helping to keep stakeholders in the loop about response actions. That means becoming a planner.
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Silence doesn’t necessarily mean rejection, so rather than infer a ‘no,’ consider these other approaches. Often patience and persistence are your most valuable assets.