Announce It, Share It, Spread the Good News.. But Where?

Are you doing cartwheels? Did something put a smile on your face? Share the news.  All news is worthy of spreading when you have a business.

 By definition (courtesy of Merriam-Webster):

1.   a : a report of recent events

      b : previously unknown information news for you> 

      c : something having a specified influence or effect news for lawns and gardens — Garrison Keillor> news>

2   a : material reported in a newspaper or news periodical or on a newscast

    b : matter that is newsworthy 

I'm sure all or most of these define something that has happened with your business!

So, how do you go about 'shouting' your good news? Well, freely of course!  There are great ways to promote yourself and your news.  First off, use social media to your advantage.  Twitter away and post on facebook, don't be afraid to announce it numerous times or as a 'hey, did you hear?' 'tweet' or post either.

For announcing and posting press releases, I personally like to use PRLog.  It's free and you can tag categories, industries, etc. to link your release too.  I get hundreds of views, not sure by whom, but could be 100 new people now aware of who Kt Steppers is.  

PRLog posts your press release immediately and you have the option to 'share it' through your various social media sites right there too with one click.  It also shows your previous releases and stories right under with links.

Another site that is free and let's you publish written work is Scribd. Now this is totally different than publishing a press release. 

About Scribd

"Scribd is the largest social publishing and reading site in the world. We've made it incredibly simple for anyone to share and discover informative, entertaining and original written content on the web and mobile devices. Our vision is to liberate the written word, to connect people and organizations with the information and ideas that matter most to them."

I used Scribd to publish my Media & Press Kit.  I found it a great way to promote my Press & company with a simple link. It is also much easier to send the link in an email when pitching with a Media Kit 'required', it isn't a huge document to email, just a link ( Kt Steppers Media Kit on Scribd ).

So, now that you have a few directions for online 'WHERE' to announce your news, how do you write it?  Well, if this is not your forte', remember there is help out there for everything.  

A great resource for us small companies is turning to someone who is familiar with 'the pen' and guiding us with the basics for reasonable fee's.  

Check out JenCann Productions  and here's why: "Do you have a document, article, press release, media-kit, brochure, blog post or other piece of writing that needs revision/editing and polishing?  Trying to perfect an introductory pitch to a prospective client or get noticed by that reporter on HARO?  Would you like me to create something original for you?  Think of me as your behind the scenes wing woman - let me help you put the GO in your SHOW!

JenCann Productions offers a simple solution for anyone looking to add some sparkle or professionalism to their writing.  I work mainly with small to medium sized projects."

JenCann is such an amazing 'cheerleader' for us M.O.Ms and with her word-loving guidance, your 'News' will surely be heard!

Happy Writing and Announce It, Share It, and Spread the Good News... Everywhere!