How many of you are interested in public speaking, serving as an expert in your industry, presenting to conferences, etc. How many are already doing this as a career or for your employer? How many of you already have a bio they are confident in that has landed them some awesome opportunities? The traditional biography breaks down your name, place of birth, who you are, what you do, and some of your past and current achievements. These four tips will ensure you hit the mark an

Have a great idea, invention, new business or event you want to promote and highlight in the news but feel like you aren't being heard? Maybe you don't know how to get your thought out to the specific group you're trying to reach?! Here are five quick tips that will help you pitch your idea to the media: 1. Determine the tone of your article or press release. Do your research. If you are looking to have your article published in more than one publication, make sure that your

In your quest as a startup or small business, you may find it difficult to get your name out there or you may not have the team in place to manage multiple areas of your company. Below is a sample of our Public Relations Strategy Questionnaire that may help you determine if Couture PR + IC is what you need to manage your current brand or streamline the process of garnering promotion for your new business. You may find that some of the answers or processes you haven't tapped i

For those that are still getting to know me. Hi, I'm the founder of Couture Public Relations and Image Consulting ( Oprah is my fairy God Auntie). As my way of giving back, for the last decade (I can’t believe it) I have shared with youth, more specifically focused on teen girls how to become their best self. One of my passions. Growing up I was heavily involved in enrichment activities that groomed me to the evolving woman I am today. From etiquette classes, modeling, civic

Melania Trump plagiarizes Michelle Obama's 2008 Convention Speech! This was Melania's most important and "influential" moment in front of the world and she used it to her complete advantage! My first thought was blame the speechwriters/ PR team. Worst PR, her integrity which was already questionable is now shot! Best PR, her team knew exactly what they were doing to once again heighten publicity and the Trump campaign (loss of credibility 😒). Let's see if she makes a stateme