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How I Got My Advice Published in Forbes

Having my advice featured in Forbes was a direct result of building an online platform, understanding how to create story ideas to pitch, and networking with the media

When the opportunity arose to submit a pitch for an article to a Forbes contributor, I created and submitted six story ideas.

The contributor liked three of them. Exciting! But months went by. No article.

Persistence and follow up change the game. It’s up to you to take more action to cross the finish line.

Here are the steps I followed so you can do the same:

• I followed the Forbes contributor on Twitter.

• I saw that she had recently gotten married. 

• I sent her an email and told her I was part of Impacting Millions.

• I congratulated her on her wedding. 

• I asked her if she was still interested in my stories.

• I included the full copy of two of them.

• I thanked her for considering my ideas.

A few hours later, the Forbes contributor gave me the good news. My advice on networking was published.

Top Takeaways:

• Take advantage of opportunities for access to people who can bring you more success.

• Improve your odds with more than one story idea. 

• Be familiar with the media platform’s audience and the type of content typically shared.

• Follow up (but don’t overdo it!).

•  Mention something personal. 

• Make it easy for them. 

• Be grateful no matter the outcome. 

If you want to build your online platform as an expert and be featured in the media, apply for a spot in the Above the Crowd mastermind or in my private VIP consulting program.

And my article that was featured in Forbes? You can read it HERE.