How To Get Featured In Mother's Day Gift Guides

31 Mar 2025 • 20 min • EN

Want your product featured in Mother’s Day gift guides but don’t know where to start? In this episode, I break down proven PR strategies to pitch journalists, stand out in a crowded inbox, and land free media coverage—all without hiring a PR agency. Learn how to craft the perfect pitch, find the right media contacts, and increase your chances of getting featured. Plus, I share real-life success stories and insider tips you can start using today! Crafting the Perfect PR Pitch for Mother"s Day (and Beyond)Substack for finding journalist opportunities before publicationSource of Sources (replacing HARO) for daily journalist requestsResearch publication-specific gift guide parameters Focus on 1-2 standout items rather than your entire product lineUse email tracking software to monitor if journalists open emailsBuilding credibility to compete with larger brands Getting featured in gift guides provides small businesses year-round visibility without expensive ads. Research publication opportunities, craft targeted pitches, and follow up strategically to secure media coverage—even with a single product. PR is a numbers game where persistence builds credibility.  If you want to land your first feature for free without any connections, I want to invite you to watch my PR Secrets Masterclass, where I reveal the exact methods thousands of bootstrapping small businesses use to hack their own PR and go from unknown to being a credible and sought-after industry expert. Register now at www.gloriachoupr.com/masterclass.   Watch the #1 PR Secrets Masterclass to get you featured for free in 30 daysJoin the Small Biz PR Facebook Group to get the best PR TipsDownload the 10 ways to get free PR for your small businessDM the word “PITCH” to us on Instagram to get a pitching freebie https://www.instagram.com/gloriachoupr Connect with Gloria Chou on LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloriaychou Join Gloria Chou"s PR Community- https://www.facebook.com/groups/428633254951941

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