For PR agencies with a stake in DC policymaking and regulation, navigating any presidential transition is challenging and the Trump transition is no exception. Beyond the fact that few people know what policies the president will implement, there are new officials joining government agencies, changes in congressional and committee leadership, and right-of-center think tanks moving…
Let’s kill the RFP as a tool to find the best PR firm. Having been on the receiving end of numerous RFPs over the years, I can confidently state it is time to replace them with a simpler, yet far more effective process. As it happens, a lot of PR-agency RFPs represent lost time for the…
For companies that want to join the conversation and elevate their brand, traveling to D.C. for an influencer tour to meet with thought leaders and industry advocates can be both informative and mutually beneficial. A CEO who sets aside a couple of days for face-to-face meetings in D.C. can yield significant long-term results. RH Strategic recently…
As public relations professionals, often when we think of earning attention for our clients, we think of media relations. In today’s highly competitive landscape, high-profile media placements cannot be your only tactic to gain brand recognition. This is where an awards program strategy comes into play. The media marketplace is so saturated with every company…
One of my favorite clients likes to say, “A successful business is a story told well,” and the only thing better than a well-told business story is a story featuring one of its customers. Needless to say, this kind of endorsement is valuable in both PR and lead generation. One of the most challenging aspects…
When a business decides it needs a PR agency, there are a lot of factors to consider. Do you go with one of the large firms that everybody’s heard of? Or do you go with a smaller, nimble boutique operation that understands your market? As someone who has worked with clients at PR agencies large…
Pitching media is at the core of what we do. It has been beaten into our brains that effective pitches should include a clear ask like: Let me know if you are interested in this story idea. What is your availability? Does this sound like a good fit? But don’t be afraid to break from…
I found this question burning in my mind recently during a meeting with a new business prospect. They wanted our help to position the company and its executives as thought leaders in their particular space. But there we were, hearing in excruciating detail about their vast portfolio of products, platforms and “solutions.” We see this…
PR professionals know the drill – you write a pitch, pull up your list of target reporters and blast it out. Maybe a few reporters will respond, but likely you won’t get much coverage. Fast, but ineffective. So what’s the best way to achieve the consistent, high-quality media placements that clients want most? That success…
Cast of Characters TRISH RIMO: A seasoned PR professional in Washington, DC JOSH DIVER: A cybersecurity beat reporter in Washington, DC Scene A telephone conversation in RH Strategic’s DC office Time The present. ACT I, Scene 1 SETTING: We are in the DC office of RH Strategic. It is an open office that is buzzing from…
What do football and PR have in common? With the culmination of Super Bowl 50 last week, football season has officially come to a close until August. Many of us here at RH Strategic are fans and regularly discuss the latest games and player news. While trying to overcome the disappointing loss of my Carolina…
A data strategy in PR may sound like a daunting task that’s not worth the time, effort and expense. But a data strategy conceived of correctly can be hugely valuable for a company’s brand without breaking the bank. Data, more than ever, is what journalists want for their stories; it’s what social media managers and…
