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I’m in Salt Lake City! It’s my first time visiting and I’m in and out in a matter of two days. I’m shooting the on-location part of a segment for Health Uncensored with Dr. Drew… and I bought a jacket for the occasion. 3 Questions to Ask YourselfEver feel like you're stuck in the slow lane on the highway to learning? Jim Kwik has a game-changing strategy to supercharge your learning journey! If you haven’t read his book, Limitless, I HIGHLY suggest it. Here are his three golden questions to ask yourself: 1️⃣ How can I use this? 2️⃣ Why must I use this? 3️⃣ When will I use this? By answering these questions when you learn something, you're not just absorbing information passively; you're activating your brain's power to connect, contextualize, and apply knowledge. My New SiteA few weeks ago, I told you about my personal website. Since then, I’ve made some tweaks. If you have a small business but a big vision or you are struggling to navigate the marketing maze without breaking the bank… don't stress – I've got your back! Check out my brand new website ChristinaNicholson.com for all your marketing needs if an agency like Media Maven isn't the right fit for you now. Whether you're craving killer copy that pops off the page or eye-catching videos that stop the scroll, I've got you covered! No hefty agency fees here – just top-notch marketing mojo tailored to suit your budget! So, if you're ready to make waves in the digital world without emptying your pockets, swing by ChristinaNicholson.com. Your Daily Dose of Creative GeniusThe Creator Lens is where creatives get their news. Join 10,000+ other professionals and get their five-minute daily newsletter on what matters in the creative industry. Get the latest news, tools, and tutorials straight to your inbox, every day, for free when you sign up here. The Price is RightDid you watch The Price is Right Monday? That was the episode my husband and I were on when we visited for my 40th birthday. We didn't get called down, but we were in the front row right in the middle to see all the action! It was so much fun. Here is a behind-the-scenes look. When you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help you.1. Spend less than an hour learning the 5 simple steps to getting featured in the media without spending money on ads. This masterclass is FREE! 2. In three hours, I’ll teach you how to pitch the media to earn publicity and turn it into profit. Click here to join my bootcamp now. 3. Are you ready to bring PR in-house? In my Media Mentoring Program, you or a VA can learn how to become a publicist with the skills of a big PR agency. 4. Want me and my team of journalists to take all of this off your plate? Click here to set up a call with the Media Maven team about our done-for-you PR services. |
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Learn step-by-step how businesses are earning media exposure (without ads) from a TV reporter turned PR agency owner every Thursday.
"We want PR to drive sales." Big red flag. Massive misunderstanding. Here’s the thing… PR ≠ Marketing ≠ Branding. They work together, but they’re not the same. Let’s break it down (like you're five): PR builds belief. It earns trust. Shapes perception. Boosts credibility. Not clicks. Not conversions. Credibility. Marketing moves money. It’s campaign-driven. Action-focused. Think: sales, leads, sign-ups. Branding builds the backbone. It's your vibe, voice, values, and visuals. Without it, PR...
Ever pretended to be “live” outside a courthouse that’s been closed since lunch? Or a crime scene that's been inactive for days? Welcome to local news, where the "LIVE" banner matters more than the actual news.Here’s one of my favorite (read: infuriating) stories from my time as a reporter...I told my executive producer, a full week in advance, that I needed to leave at 5:15 PM on a specific day.Not for a mani-pedi. Not for a hot date.To pick up my daughter from daycare by 6:00. Basic...
A writer I follow did this desk tour thing on Substack, and I thought - That’s pretty cool. So, if I think it’s cool, maybe you will too. Welcome to my office. Q: Describe your workspace. This used to be my sons room (sons as in TWO boys with bunk beds). Then, we added two bedrooms and a bathroom onto our house… and now it’s my office. I’m going with the ostrich feather vibe on a wall and with a floor lamp. I also have fun office sayings on the wall, like defining “per my last email” as...