Getting featured in publications, podcasts, and blogs isn’t just for the "big names" in the industry—it’s for YOU, too. In this episode of the Take Your Shot podcast, I sit down with Genieva Davidson, PR strategist and founder of Genieva Bliss Media, to break down the exact steps you need to take to successfully pitch yourself for press features, speaking gigs, and guest collaborations.

We’re talking about how to get in front of the right people, where to find media opportunities, and common mistakes to avoid when pitching yourself. If you want to boost your visibility, increase your SEO, and build credibility in your industry, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you get started today.

In This Episode, We Cover:

✔️ Why pitching yourself is essential for growing your business (especially for photographers!)

✔️ Where to find press opportunities and how to know which ones are worth your time

✔️ Step-by-step guide to writing a winning pitch (and the biggest mistakes to avoid)

✔️ How getting featured improves your SEO and long-term visibility

✔️ The difference between warm and cold pitching and when to use each

✔️ Tools and platforms to find media requests (like Source of Sources and Qwoted)

✔️ How AI can hurt your chances of getting published—and what to do instead

Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Connect with Genieva Davidson:
• Website: https://www.genievablissmedia.com
• Instagram: @genievablissmedia

• Pocket Publicist Course
• PR Starter Pack
• Done for you PR with Genieva

• Source of Sources (SOS) – Free press requests delivered to your inbox
• Qwoted – Connects experts with journalists looking for sources

• Join the Free Take Your Shot Collective Community: https://takeyourshotcollective.com/community
• 1:1 Coaching with Halle: https://takeyourshotcollective.com/coaching
• More Business Resources & Freebies: https://takeyourshotcollective.com/business-resources