All signed up for our 4th Annual Speed Pitching event on Thursday? We’ve put together some key tips on how you can prepare!
Research the Reporters – Make sure you know who you’re pitching. Take time to research the reporters and their outlets before the event. Take a look at their recent articles and social media pages to see what topics they have covered recently and brainstorm how your client could be a fit for them. Here are the four amazing local reporters we have joining us:
- Jim Rapoza, Senior Research Analyst, Aberdeen, @JRapoza
- Kelly O’Brien, Tech Editor, Boston Business Journal, @BosBizKelly
- Jordan Graham, Business and Tech Reporter, Boston Herald,@JordanMGraham
- Jesse Scardina, News Writer, Tech Target, @JesseScardina
Practice Your Elevator Pitch – Since this is speed pitching, you will only have about five minutes with each reporter. Make sure your elevator pitch, for whatever client you are pitching, is top-notch shape. Don’t be afraid to practice with a colleague beforehand!
Don’t forget business cards – This might be an obvious one, but you’d be surprised how many people are rushing from work to these events and forget business cards – don’t leave the office without them!
Do you have any other tips recommend? Comment below!
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