Crafting a Winning Media Pitch with Monika Kelly

2024-09-06

In today's episode, Michael Sherlock is joined by her friend Eddie Luisi, a man of impressive talents. Eddie has been the Stage Manager at Good Morning America for nearly 49 years, and he's also an accomplished musician, a dedicated mentor, and genuinely one of the kindest people you'll ever meet. To find out more about Eddie Luisi and his project "Friends in the Spirit 111," check out his Facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsInTheSpirit111. Now for our Flash-Back with Monika Kelly! Ever wondered how to make your media pitch stand out in a...

In today's episode, Michael Sherlock is joined by her friend Eddie Luisi, a man of impressive talents. Eddie has been the Stage Manager at Good Morning America for nearly 49 years, and he's also an accomplished musician, a dedicated mentor, and genuinely one of the kindest people you'll ever meet. To find out more about Eddie Luisi and his project "Friends in the Spirit 111," check out his Facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsInTheSpirit111.

Now for our Flash-Back with Monika Kelly!

Ever wondered how to make your media pitch stand out in a crowded field? In this episode, we delve into the art of crafting pitches that capture media attention and increase your chances of getting covered.

Monika Kelly, a seasoned media professional, shares her insights on the essential elements of a successful pitch. With a career that spans various radio genres—from urban to country and classic rock—Monika knows exactly what works and what doesn’t. Currently, she’s the On-Air personality and news reporter for KLOVE, a leading Christian radio station, and brings a wealth of experience to the table.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Key strategies for making your pitch stand out
Common pitfalls to avoid
Tips for tailoring your pitch to different media outlets
How Monika’s diverse background has shaped her understanding of effective pitching

Outside of her media career, Monika enjoys sipping homemade lattes, exploring San Francisco, and basking in sunny days. She resides in Northern California with her family.

Tune in to gain valuable insights and tips on presenting a pitch that could make your story the next big feature in your favorite media outlet!

Connect with Monica through her social handles;

Website: https://www.klove.com/djs/monika-kelly
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monika-kelly-3a419647/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/monikakelly?lang=en

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

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Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

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Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!