by Craig Rentmeester | Nov 23, 2007 | Business
Black Friday is one of the strangest days of the year. Millions of people flock to stores, leaving somewhat disappointed (the items are sold out, need to get a rain check, have to wait in line for hours, etc.) Overall though, most customers are satisfied. After...
by Craig Rentmeester | Nov 19, 2007 | SEO
These tools are great at giving a quick glance at how your Web site functions and how it could be improved. Some of my other favorites like this are Web site Grader, Compete, and SEM Rush. SpyFu What is it used for? SpyFu is good at looking at organic search result...
by Craig Rentmeester | Nov 16, 2007 | Miscellaneous
In media relations, the person to contact is the editor. Depending on the size of the publication, and especially at daily newspapers, it will likely be the editor a particular section (National, Local, Sports, A&E, etc. ) When establishing contact with an editor,...
by Craig Rentmeester | Nov 15, 2007 | Marketing & PR
Public relations professionals help the companies they represent maintain a positive reputation with people, or groups, important to the organization’s success. It seems very straightforward. To accomplish this, though, PR professionals use a variety of...
by Craig Rentmeester | Nov 14, 2007 | Miscellaneous
Here is a fluid list of stories that publications often run. Business ProfilesBusiness IssuesCase StudiesColumnsInterviewsSeasonal articlesSidebarHow-to articlesInterviewsOp-EdPersonality ProfileHuman InterestEssayExposéPhoto EssaysLetter to the EditorReviews...
by Craig Rentmeester | Nov 14, 2007 | Marketing & PR
Introduction. Questions. Value. This is basically the approach that I take when trying to establish a relationship with editors and writers. The introduction can be done a variety of ways – usually it’s via e-mail, phone, or through a face-to-face meeting....
by Craig Rentmeester | Nov 13, 2007 | Marketing & PR
What is media relations? Media relations is the practice of developing relationships with journalists and editors at media outlets. The hope is that, from doing so, you will garner media coverage for your business or cause. In addition, establishing relationships with...