PR Success Isn’t About You (It’s About the Bigger Picture)

By |2025-05-15T12:14:07-04:00May 17th, 2025|

Here’s the thing most authors, experts, and entrepreneurs get wrong about PR: They think it’s about their message. Their book. Their story. But great PR—real, earned-media-getting, audience-connecting, headline-making PR—isn’t just about what you want to say. It’s about tying your message to what the world is already talking about. I say this all the time [...]

How to Get on Top Podcasts: It’s Not Just About the Message

By |2025-04-28T13:06:31-04:00May 1st, 2025|

Let’s break down what it actually takes if you’re serious about how to get on top podcasts. Everyone wants to land a dream podcast interview. Whether it’s The Tim Ferriss Show, The School of Greatness, or another industry-leading platform, being a guest on a major podcast can create powerful visibility and momentum. But if you’re [...]

Become a Must-Book Podcast Guest

By |2025-02-24T11:08:14-05:00March 1st, 2025|

In today’s content-driven world, podcasts have become one of the most powerful PR tools for building credibility, reaching new audiences, and amplifying your message. But with more people vying for guest spots than ever before, how do you stand out and become a must-book podcast guest? Podcast hosts aren’t just looking for someone to fill [...]

How to Find Interesting Story Angles for the Media

By |2024-11-27T12:36:17-05:00December 1st, 2024|

Ms. Media’s audience is insatiable. 🤷♀️ That means she is constantly hunting and scrambling for fresh, interesting stories and ideas to (c’mon now, say this with me) entertain, enlighten, and educate. As her new best friend, you could literally save her career if you can come up with fascinating stories and topics she can use—for [...]

PR Lessons From Edward Bernays

By |2024-11-05T10:29:11-05:00November 1st, 2024|

Like many of you, I had never heard the name Edward Bernays, which is surprising, given how important he is to the history of public relations. My world was rocked when my business partner, Michelle, introduced me to Bernays’ work. When you take off your blinders, you discover he single-handedly changed the way brands market [...]

How to Be a Great Podcast Guest

By |2024-07-29T16:44:28-04:00August 1st, 2024|

Podcasts have become the dominant form of media coverage. Whether you're featured on a popular show or hosting your own, brevity and impact are crucial. While you might not face the same rigid time constraints as live TV or radio, attention spans remain short, and your ability to deliver concise, powerful messages is paramount. 🗣 [...]