Dear influencer,

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Please heed my advice, from a public relations brand specialist, with almost 20 years’ experience:

1. Use the spell check function, before sending emails – as media, this is crucial.
2. Use capital letters, punctuation and good grammar – as media, again, this is essential.
3. Create a signature on your computer and phone, which include your contact details – so it is on hand, on every email.
4. Email first. Be patient for a response. Only use WhatsApp as a form of communication once a relationship is established.
5. Don’t be afraid to call.
6. Include your latest stats and insights, which city you are from and social media handles or URL links.
7. Endeavour to behave like a professional business-person, in all your interactions.

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On behalf of publicity companies, please be patient – we will respond to you by email.

Speaking personally, the only reason I reply to those who don’t follow these basic business guidelines is because I want to be professional; taken seriously; and have influence with my clients and their decision-making.

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