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In this conversation, Jodie interviews Nicole about using media and press coverage to grow a business and enhance reputation as an entrepreneur. Nicole shares her expertise as a journalist and offers tips on getting affordable press coverage. They discuss the long-term benefits of press and media coverage, the credibility it brings, and the importance of positioning oneself as an authority. Nicole also emphasizes the value of building a personal brand and leveraging social media to attract bigger press opportunities. They cover the difference between earned press placements and pay-for-press schemes, and the importance of being strategic in targeting specific press outlets. Nicole shares her backstory as a magazine journalist and how she now teaches small business founders and solopreneurs to get featured and grow their visibility affordably. They discuss the purpose of PR in building brand credibility and awareness, and how it can generate new opportunities and boost sales. They also touch on the misconception that PR is expensive and the benefits of being your own publicist. Nicole provides insights into what journalists are looking for when featuring people, the importance of prompt responses and personalized pitches, and the value of syndicated press placements. They discuss the affordability of press and the potential for smaller websites to be syndicated by larger platforms. Nicole offers tips on preparing for PR, including identifying target press outlets and refining one's unique point of view. She also highlights the importance of a well-crafted bio and credentials that go beyond traditional qualifications. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the Get Featured Fast Guide and Nicole's course, Five Days to Free Press, which teaches entrepreneurs how to pitch journalists and get press coverage.

Takeaways

• Press and media coverage can enhance a business's reputation and provide long-term benefits.
• Credibility is associated with getting press and media coverage, which can't be competed with by social media.
• Building a personal brand and leveraging social media can attract bigger press opportunities.
• Earned press placements are more valuable than pay-for-press schemes.
• Being strategic in targeting specific press outlets can be more impactful than trying to be everywhere.
• PR is about building brand credibility, creating awareness, and generating new opportunities.
• Prompt responses and personalized pitches increase the chances of getting featured.
• Syndicated press placements can provide significant exposure.
• Identifying target press outlets and refining one's unique point of view are important in preparing for PR.
• A well-crafted bio and credentials beyond traditional qualifications can make entrepreneurs stand out.
• The Get Featured Fast Guide and Five Days to Free Press course offer valuable resources for entrepreneurs looking to get press coverage.