This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” podcast puts talk show host and radio personality Mark Alyn in the interview hot seat! With more than 30 years experience in broadcast media, interviewing 30,000+ experts and celebrities, Mark shares his insider tips on how to best approach and pitch a broadcast journalist. As host of “Late Night Health Radio,” Mark interviews experts who share how to achieve optimal wellness through natural health. Mark is also a seasoned television reporter and anchor and currently hosts a live cooking show, “Mark Alyn Cooks,” where he combines his love of global cuisine with living a healthy lifestyle. He stresses the importance of making sure your pitch is voice ready and why human connection is paramount in pitching.

Key pitching takeaways from Mark Alyn on this episode of “Pitch Live”:

• When pitching journalists, make it newsworthy not an ad.
• Don’t pitch yourself. Having a publicist means you’ve been vetted.
• Make it easy for the journalist - they are often overworked and underpaid.
• Pick up the phone and pitch journalists so they can hear your voice.
• Present your pitch like a natural conversation, not a scripted recitation.
• After emailing a pitch, call and leave a message.
• Tailor your pitches—don't send finance stories to health reporters.

Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchPro Mark Alyn to access Mark’s pitching strategies and success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ☎️🤩

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Instagram: @markalyncooksyourdinner

Facebook | TikTok: @markalyncooks

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markalyn/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MarkAlynCooksYourDinner

Website: https://www.latenighthealth.com/

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This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” podcast takes a look back at Tiffany McKinnie’s #internship #mentorship at Pitch Publicity® and the skills she gained to launch her career in public relations. After earning a Public Relations degree from the University of Florida and interning at Pitch Publicity®, Tiffany has gone on to work at other PR agencies in New York City focused on tech, biotechnology, government, and nonprofits. Her work ethic, dedication and pitching skills have quickly made her a standout early on in her career.

Key pitching/mentorship takeaways from Tiffany McKinnie on this episode of “Pitch Live”:

• Keep it Captivating: Make sure your pitch is anything but boring.
• Connect the Dots: Show how your story aligns with theirs or contributes to a larger narrative.
• It's Not Just About You: Highlight what's in it for them, not just for yourself.
• Confidence is Key: Sometimes you have to fake it till you make it.
• Be Direct: Get straight to the point on why you are pitching them.
• Get the Experience: Take advantage of every opportunity to absorb more mentorship and advance your career.

Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchStar Tiffany McKinnie to be inspired by #mentorship and motivated to #pitch with success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ☎️🤩

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Follow and connect with #PitchStar Tiffany McKinnie:

X: @TiffanyMcKinni1

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanymckinnie

Follow and connect with Pitch Publicity #PitchStars

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Follow and connect with #INICIVOX for #VirtualMentorship

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Website: www.INICIVOX.com

Be sure to hit that subscribe button and give us a rating or review. Your feedback helps us plan future episodes. As a bonus, join us at www.INICIVOX.com where you can get motivated, hone your communication skills and binge as much mentorship as you want, whenever you need it.

This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers'' podcast follows the passionate journey of Timothy McLemore, founder of Essential Haus, a Miami-based non-profit that supports LGBTQ+ individuals affected by domestic violence and homelessness. In his book, "Love Is Not Abuse," Timothy shares his own personal experiences with domestic abuse in a gay relationship and provides resources and hope for others in similar situations. As a community organizer, social media influencer, and skilled networker, Timothy's mission is to raise awareness of LGBTQ+ relationship issues, and provide a safe space for anyone living a truth not widely accepted by mainstream society.

Key pitching takeaways from Timothy McLemore on this episode of “Pitch Live”:

• Be Genuine: Authenticity is key to yourself and your story.
• Lead with Pain Points: Begin your pitch with the problems and challenges.
• Create Community: Cultivate supporters around your cause to gain momentum.
• Listen Actively: Be real in your interactions and show you care.
• Return to Your Stomping Grounds: Leverage past connections by revisiting familiar places and people.
• Embrace Rejection: Your pitch isn’t for everyone, so keep pushing until you find the right people who will open the door for you.

Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchPro Timothy McLemore to access Timothy’s pitching strategies and success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ☎️🤩

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Follow and connect with Timothy McLemore:

Instagram: @essentiallytim and @essentialhaus

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/essentialhauss

https://www.facebook.com/essentiallytim

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/essentiallytim

Website: https://essentialhaus.org

Follow and connect with Pitch Publicity #PitchStars

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Follow and connect with #INICIVOX for #VirtualMentorship

Instagram | Facebook | X | LinkedIn: @INICIVOX

Website: www.INICIVOX.com

Be sure to hit that subscribe button and give us a rating or review. Your feedback helps us plan future episodes. As a bonus, join us at www.INICIVOX.com where you can get motivated, hone your communication skills and binge as much mentorship as you want, whenever you need it.