Public Relations Articles
Public relations (PR) is a strategic communication process that helps businesses build and maintain positive relationships with their target audiences. Effective PR involves leveraging various channels and tactics to shape public perception, manage reputation, and drive business growth. Key subtopics within public relations include media relations, crisis management, influencer marketing, thought leadership, and social media PR. By implementing a comprehensive PR strategy, companies can increase brand awareness, establish credibility, and ultimately drive more sales. Explore the articles below to learn more about how public relations can help you build and protect your brand reputation.
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Why “Made in America” Is More Than a Label—It’s a Strategic Marketing Advantage
Made in America is having a marketing moment in the U.S., and it’s not just about waving the flag. With shifting tariff policies under President Donald Trump reshaping global trade and supply chains, brands are rethinking how they source products and how they tell their stories. At Market Mentors, LLC, a fully integrated marketing, advertising, and public relations (PR) agency…
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How to Pitch an Influencer, Blogger, or Journalist
Every day, I receive pitches from PR professionals, marketers, and startup founders hoping to get featured on Martech Zone. Most fail miserably. But occasionally, one lands perfectly in my inbox: relevant, respectful of my time, and rich with material I can use. Here’s a video that shows how an effective pitch works from a publisher’s perspective. Years ago, I received…
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How NOT to Pitch to an Influencer, Blogger, or Journalist
I recently received this email from a public relations (PR) professional asking if I’d cover their client’s latest acquisition on Martech Zone. The entire body of the email (minus the contact signature) read as follows: [Client Name] is expanding its international business and services by acquiring a UK-based multimedia service provider next week, further strengthening its global footprint and reaching…
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Public Relations Disasters That Should Have Been Avoided: Lessons from Recent High-Profile Failures
Public relations (PR) failures often stem from missteps by PR professionals or firms, such as poor planning, cultural insensitivity, inadequate crisis management, or tone-deaf communication. These errors can exacerbate public reactions, damage reputations, and result in financial or legal consequences. Table of ContentsCommon Types of PR FailuresPublic Relations Failure ExamplesNike’s Marathon Campaign Backlash (2025)Ulta Beauty’s Insensitive Email Newsletter (2022)Fearey Agency’s…