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Writing a press release headline is one of the most complicated and challenging parts of press release marketing. You essentially have two jobs to do. You want to attract attention, and you want to make sure that you\u2019re actually announcing news. It\u2019s not easy. The following tips and steps can help.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Write the Headline Last<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Sometimes people get hung up on the headline. This often means that they end up with a contrived headline that doesn\u2019t quite do the job. Instead, write the press release information first. You can then go back and craft a headline from the information you\u2019ve created in your release. It\u2019s often easier to see the news and the benefit once the release has been written.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Take Your Time<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

It often takes as long to write the headline as it does the rest of the release. That means if you take an hour to write the press release, plan on an hour for the headline writing process. That doesn\u2019t mean it takes an entire hour to write a single headline. What it does mean is that you will probably write several options, maybe dozens, and then you\u2019ll need time to fine tune them and choose the best one for your needs.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Everyone Loves Lists<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re just stumped for a headline and don\u2019t know where to go, consider a list. For example, \u201cABC Magazine Announces the Ten Best Places to Retire on a Budget.\u201d Or \u201cFive Tools No Interior Design Business Should Be Without,\u201d or \u201c5 Great Products for Stay at Home Dads.\u201d The media loves lists because it makes their job easy. And consumers enjoy them too. It\u2019s a simple way to gain value in a quick and easy way.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Use Active Voice<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Active and passive voices are often difficult for people to distinguish. Generally speaking, a sentence that is written in active voice is simpler and easier to understand. Here\u2019s an example:<\/span><\/p>\n

“I am holding a pen.\u201d<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

vs.\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

“The pen is being held by me.”\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Which is easier to read and understand? If you said \u201cI am holding a pen,\u201d then you chose the one with active voice. Essentially, the subject of the sentence is doing the action. Headlines written in active voice are much more effective. However, be sure to write your press release in third person. You want to present your ideas clearly without sounding like an advertisement.<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Leverage the Power of Data<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

People, and the media, love facts and information. You\u2019re releasing a new fish oil supplement? Talk about the data behind why fish oil is so important to health. Donating money to a charity? Share the shocking numbers about how many people need help and how much you\u2019re donating. $10,000 donated to ABC charity to help stop homelessness<\/i> is a much more effective headline than Fundraiser held to help stop homelessness.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n

Finally, read your headline aloud. Does it make sense? Does it answer the question of \u201cwho cares?\u201d for your audience? If you can\u2019t answer the question quickly and without doubt, then it\u2019s not yet the right headline. Writing great headlines can take time and practice. And don\u2019t be afraid to test and track press release headlines to find out which types of headlines appeal most to your audience and to local media.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Grab a Free Guide:\u00a0The Ultimate Guide on How to Write a Press Release<\/a><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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