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How to Get Press for Your Small Business

30 June 2026·1 min read
Quick answer: Get press by finding a newsworthy angle (a story, milestone, trend tie-in or local interest), identifying the right journalists or outlets, and sending a short, personalised pitch that makes their job easy. Local media and niche publications are the most accessible starting point. Press = free credibility and reach. 📈

A bit of press can give you credibility money can’t buy. Here’s how to get it. 💖

How to get press

  • Find an angle — a story, milestone or trend tie-in
  • Target the right people — relevant journalists and outlets
  • Pitch simply — short, personalised, easy to say yes to
  • Start local & niche — more accessible than big media
  • Make their job easy — give them the story ready to use
💡 Give them a story, not an ad. Journalists need newsworthy angles, not promotions. Tie your pitch to a trend, milestone or human-interest story, and you give them a reason to feature you.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get press for my small business?

Find a newsworthy angle — a story, milestone, trend tie-in or local interest — identify the right journalists or outlets, and send a short, personalised pitch that makes their job easy. Local and niche media are the most accessible starting point.

What makes a good press pitch?

A newsworthy angle, a short and personalised message, and making the journalist’s job easy by giving them a ready story. Pitch a story, not an ad — tie it to a trend, milestone or human-interest hook.

Where should I start to get press?

Local media and niche publications relevant to your industry — they’re far more accessible than major outlets and still build real credibility and reach. Build relationships there before pitching bigger press.


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Kate, founder of Chronically Online

I help Gold Coast and Brisbane businesses grow with branding, websites and marketing that actually works.

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