Is your story press-worthy?
- Becky Newmarch
- May 19
- 1 min read
Updated: May 20

You’ve got something to say. You know your work matters. But when it comes to pitching the press, it’s easy to second-guess what makes a story newsworthy.
Let’s cut through the noise.
What journalists don’t need:
– A general business update (“We launched a new product!”)
– A “me too” moment that echoes what’s already out there
– A feature that reads more like an ad than an insight
What they do need:
– A clear, timely angle that speaks to what their audience is already thinking about
– A fresh perspective that helps people see a topic differently
– A story backed by expertise, experience or evidence
The truth? You’re probably sitting on ideas that could land -you're just too close to see them.
Ask yourself:
– What conversations keep coming up with your clients?
– What frustrations or myths in your industry need challenging?
– What changes are happening in your space that people should understand?
Those insights are your entry point.
What makes something press-worthy isn’t how polished or dramatic it sounds-it’s whether it offers something helpful, timely or thought-provoking to the reader.
And if you're not sure whether your story has legs, don't worry. Most people are closer than they think. It’s not about being perfect-it’s about being relevant.
If you’re sitting on knowledge that could help others, you’re ready to pitch. The key is packaging it as a story that matters now.
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