12 ways journalists annoy PR professionals
Journalists and PR pros may work on the same side of the communication spectrum, but their methods can differ wildly. From late-night calls to off-brief interviews, journalists have their quirks; some charming, others not so much. Let’s break down the 12 most common irritants PR folks face daily. 1. Ignoring the brief completely You send a crisp, to-the-point press release. The journalist reads it, then asks for something entirely unrelated. It's like bringing a menu and they ask for something off the menu entirely. 2. The ghosting act Nothing is more frustrating than a journalist showing early interest and then disappearing into the digital void. No replies, no updates, just a haunting silence. 3. Last-minute deadlines “Can you get me a quote in the next 10 minutes?”, the dreaded line that PR pros know too well. Journalists love tight deadlines, but PR folks have approval chains to go through! 4. Twisting the narrative Sometimes, even after sending key points, the story...