How Strategic Press Releases Drive Earned Media, AI Visibility, and Sales with Mickie Kennedy
Release Date: 01/07/2026
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info_outlineIn this in-depth conversation, we welcome back Mickie Kennedy, founder of eReleases, to break down how strategic press releases are still one of the most powerful — and misunderstood — tools for business growth.
Mickie reveals why 97% of press releases fail, how entrepreneurs can access PR Newswire at a fraction of the cost, and why thinking like a journalist — not a marketer — is the key to getting earned media coverage.
We also explore how AI platforms, social media creators, influencers, and journalists now rely on press releases for real-time content, why recency matters for AI search results, and how service-based businesses (including health coaches and consultants) can leverage press releases without selling physical products.
If you’re tired of paid ads, low trust marketing, or getting lost in the noise, this episode will change how you think about PR, visibility, and authority forever.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
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Why 97% of press releases never get picked up — and how to be in the 3% that do
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How to distribute press releases nationally through PR Newswire for 25–33% of the normal cost
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The biggest mistake businesses make when writing press releases
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How earned media consistently outperforms paid ads in trust and conversions
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Why AI tools (like ChatGPT and search assistants) pull from press releases
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How press releases help businesses show up in AI recommendations
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Why recency beats authority in AI-driven search results
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How influencers, TikTok creators, and Instagram media professionals use press releases
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How health coaches, consultants, and service providers can use press releases effectively
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Why storytelling, case studies, and quotes matter more than product features
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How to use AI the right way when writing press releases (and what NOT to outsource to AI)
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Why TV, morning shows, and digital media still matter — and how to pitch them visually
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How to structure press release campaigns for long-term ROI instead of one-off wins
Key Topics Covered
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Press Release Strategy
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Earned Media vs Paid Advertising
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PR Newswire Access
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AI Search & Content Discovery
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Media Relations in the Social Media Era
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PR for Small Businesses & Entrepreneurs
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PR for Health Coaches & Service Providers
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Using AI in Public Relations
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Storytelling & Case Studies in Marketing
About the Guest
Mickie Kennedy is the founder of eReleases, a press release distribution service that provides affordable access to PR Newswire while teaching businesses how to write strategic, journalist-friendly press releases that actually get results.
With decades of experience in public relations, Mickie has helped entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and small businesses earn national media coverage — without wasting money on ineffective PR tactics.
Who This Episode Is For
✔ Entrepreneurs
✔ Small Business Owners
✔ Health Coaches & Consultants
✔ Service-Based Businesses
✔ Marketing Professionals
✔ Anyone looking to increase visibility without relying solely on ads