Frequently Asked Questions

Curious about how PR works or whether it’s right for your brand? Start here.

Public Relations (PR) is about earning trust and visibility through storytelling, media coverage, and reputation management. Instead of paying for ads, PR helps you get featured in newspapers, online outlets, podcasts, and TV through compelling pitches and authentic newsworthiness. Advertising is paid space — PR is earned attention.

PR is the umbrella — managing your brand’s reputation and public perception. Publicity is the buzz you get (like media features or viral moments). Media relations is the process of building relationships with journalists and pitching them your story to secure earned coverage.

Results may include media mentions in trusted outlets, increased credibility, brand awareness, growth in web traffic or followers, and stronger trust from your audience. PR doesn’t guarantee sales, but it influences buying decisions through visibility and trust.

Without clarity on who you are, what you stand for, or who you serve, PR won’t stick. A strong brand strategy ensures your message is clear, compelling, and consistent — so the spotlight actually connects with your audience.

No. Ethical PR professionals don’t guarantee placements. What we do promise is to pitch your story strategically to the right outlets and follow up professionally — increasing your chances of getting noticed.

We guide you through a discovery process to uncover unique angles — like your backstory, product launch, community ties, or alignment with a trend. Reporters care about relevance and timing, not just business success.

Most campaigns take 4–6 weeks to gain traction. Media timelines vary — some publish quickly, others take months. The best results come from a long-term, consistent PR strategy.

We help you leverage it: share it on social, add it to your website, use it in email marketing, or repurpose it in your sales materials. Good PR keeps working long after it goes live.

Yes. Social media is your voice — PR adds third-party credibility. A journalist or outlet talking about you validates what you’re saying and expands your reach to new audiences.

We need clarity on your brand goals, access to brand assets (logo, bios, photos), decision-maker availability, and openness to coaching and collaboration. If you’re not ready yet, we can help you build that foundation.

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At Dish It Marketing, we partner with small business owners and in-house marketing teams who are ready to elevate their visibility through purposeful PR campaigns and powerful storytelling. Whether you're launching, growing or pivoting, I'll help you get seen by the right audience in the right way.