Sitemap - 2023 - Aly Walansky's Newsletter
Wednesday: Exciting news to share -- and what I'm working on this final week of 2023.
TGIF! Here's what I'm working on before you run out the door to make cookies for Santa...
Thursday: My fun Hanukkah gift to all of you + all going on this week!
Wednesday: Hello from...somewhere in the ocean!
Monday: Stepping out of your comfort zone -- and into the ocean?!
Thank You For Supporting My Newsletter This Year: Check Out My Black Friday Sale!
Monday: Back in NYC and the Thanksgiving countdown is ON!
Thursday: Announcing a new Zoom AMA -- with a very special co-host!
Monday: Starting the week with an in-flight newsletter -- see you soon, Dallas!
Industry Insights: A Note On Scheduling Emails
Wednesday: Giving thanks -- and my special Friendsgiving sale is now live!
Monday: All my latest published gift guides + upcoming travel and more!
Industry Insights: Best Practices For Getting Into Those Last-Minute Holiday Gift Guides This Season
Wednesday: How to stay motivated when it feels like the world is falling apart.
Tuesday: Gearing up for Halloween (and everything on tap on this witches' brew of a week)
Thursday: Walking in Memphis, tons of new kitchenware-related content, and more!
Industry Insights: Best Practices When Sending Journalists Restaurant Drop-Offs and Packages
Monday: New podcast appearance + positive press + new stories in the works!
Industry Insights: Useful Resources For Freelancers (In Any Field!)
Wednesday: My latest podcast appearance + NYCWFF, new live content, and important resources to share
Wednesday: Hello from Austin! Lots of new assignments brewing....
Tuesday: It's a busy travel day! Plus loads of newly published stories.
Friday: L'shanah tovah! (And I'm back in Brooklyn!)
Tuesday: Hello from Charleston!
Yesterday's HGG Webinar was fantastic -- and you can now catch the recording here!
Wednesday: Seeking RDs and MDs to comment for new (very timely!) open source request
Tuesday: And we're back! Busy week -- newly published stories, job leads, source requests, and more!
Thursday: There's Still A Way To Tune In For Our Sold-Out HGG Workshop!
Tuesday: Exciting update + newly published stories
Save the Date: Upcoming Holiday Gift Guide AMA!
Industry Insights: Everything You Need To Know About Pitching Your Client For Holiday Gift Guides
Wednesday: A night of sipping (and spinning), plus newly published stories + more!
Monday: Back In NYC -- here's some updates re: newly pending stories, upcoming travel, and more.
TGIF: We need to take a moment to discuss the difference between a "sample" and a "gift"
Thursday: Why it's so important to read calls for sources carefully, and newly published stories!
Monday: From this week's travels to a poignant new piece, a lot to share!
Industry Insights: It's so important to check the calendar before scheduling events.
Monday: It'll be a busy week. Lots on the schedule and many new pending stories!
Wednesday: On the road again + new pending assignments!
Monday: Celebrating a very special day today + job leads and newly published stories!
Industry Insights: Taking some time to update those contact lists (and why it matters)
Industry Insights: The right (and wrong) way to send journalists images
Friday: Ending the week with a lot going on in the media world...
Wednesday: The guide every caviar lover needs to read + job leads and newly published stories!
Monday: Back in NYC and lots of work to do...
Wednesday: Hello from the sky! Check out my latest podcast appearance + other very exciting news!
Monday: I'm working on a guide to the best bagels in NYC -- now is your chance to share your fave!
Industry Insights: It's time to discuss the difference between EOD and COB -- and why that matters.
Friday: Urgent need for RDs and chefs to comment for quick-turnaround food stories
Tuesday: Please check out my latest pending story needs (and here's what I'm watching this week!)
Thursday: Thanks so much for attending my AMA this morning -- more to come, and lots to chat about!
Wednesday: A cautionary tale on travel reimbursements, and more!
Tuesday: Droughtlander is about to end...are you ready?
Monday: Fun new pending assignments, upcoming F&B-focused AMA Zoom, and newly published content
Friday: On those unexpected perishable deliveries, upcoming Zoom discussion, and more!
Wednesday: So much to talk about today -- and it's all good stuff!
Tuesday: Dirty martini ... chicken?! (Yup, I went there...) + lots of newly published content.
Saturday happenings: Ever hear of a spicy pillow?
Industry Insights: How to Host the Perfect Group Press Trip
Wednesday: The value of 'playing show and tell' when sending pitches.
Tuesday: Seeking RD to comment for new assignment + newly published stories and more!
Monday: Newly published Father's Day gift guides + pending assignments on this holiday week!
Industry Insights: What is typical lead time for a story?
Friday: A new-to-me outlet, fun podcast news, and another reader question answered!
Industry Insights: It's time we chatted about the hidden costs of press trips
Wednesday: Questions answered, some fun events I attended this week, and more!
Tuesday: A fun call-to-action for subscribers and what I'm working on today.
Industry Insights: Avoiding waste when sending PR packages
Tuesday: I'm back from London and we have so much to chat about!
Monday: Hello from somewhere up in the clouds!
Friday: Hello from London! Also: MANY new assignments pending and newly published stories
Industry Insights: Try To Avoid These Press Trip Red Flags
Wednesday: Did you know a watermelon was considered a berry?
Tuesday: So much going on this week -- and an invite for those of you in NYC!
Monday: Some administrative reminders + new stories
Industry Insights: Here's How To Make It Pretty Likely Your Emails Will NOT Get A Response
Thursday: Preparing dinner should be nothing to cry over. (and other newly live content!)
Tuesday: Don't plan your coronation viewing party without reading my new cocktail roundup first!
Monday: Back from Ireland and lots of new content to share!
Industry Insights: Here's Why You Need To Check Out Substack Notes
Industry Insights: 5 Press Trip Invite Do's and Don'ts (Part 1 of 5)
Thursday: Nothing makes work get busy like being busy (BUNCHES more assignments pending!)
Wednesday: Sláinte from Dublin! But also some new assignments are in the works...
Tuesday: Some of my Mother's Day gift guides are now live!
Friday: A week of big wins deserves a weekend of fun (and a martini)
Tuesday: New HGG assignments pending, including both Mother's Day AND Father's Day content.
DON'T MISS OUT: RSVP Now For Wednesday's Press Trip AMA
Monday: SO MANY assignments pending and in need of expert sources + here's what I have been cooking!
Monday: From matzo ice cream to coronation countdown, lots to chat about!
Friday: So much exciting news to share!
Thursday: Expert commentary needed for several new assignments!
Wednesday: As promised, I'm sharing a cherished family recipe. Also: Work stuff.
Tuesday: Making the time to build those connections -- and why it's SO worth it.
So much going on this week -- time to have a productive Monday!
Industry Insights: April Fool's Day is coming up...here's how to be prepared
Thursday: Seeking expert sources for a bunch of new pending assignments!
Tuesday: So THIS happened yesterday and the teenager inside me was SCREAMING
Monday: Newly published content, and all my pending assignments for this week
Thursday: Cheerio, I have to go practice my curtsy.
Wednesday: Exciting news about our next AMA + loads of new pending assignments!
Tuesday: Seeking expert commentary and pitches for several new stories
Monday: Just another manic Monday...
Industry Insights: How To Stay Connected With Your Media Relationships
Friday: Learning to move away from that scarcity mindset
Thursday: Finding encouragement in a pretty unexpected place
Wednesday: Happy International Women's Day! Also: New job leads and newly published stories!
Tuesday: How did we survive before mobile technology?
Monday: Sourcing for several stories tied to the upcoming spring holidays!
Industry Insights: Here's Why You Weren't Included In That Story
Wednesday: A quick explainer on Uber vouchers and why they are so helpful.
Tuesday: It’s so trippy to see snow falling while applying aloe to your still-fresh sunburn.
Monday: I'm back from Miami and there's SO much to talk about!
Friday: Hello From Miami! Also: A newly published piece that combines all my loves in one story!
Industry Insights: Some Of The Biggest PR Questions About All Those Media Layoffs...Answered
Thursday: Need chef input for quick email Q&A (TODAY). Plus: A bunch of new job leads!
Wednesday: A primer (and reminder) on why e-mail pitches are always best
Tuesday: Need celeb chefs to interview for 4 new stories + new job leads!
Industry Insights: What We Can Learn About Pitching By Watching Super Bowl Commercials
Key Takeaways From Monday's Zoom Session: A Frank Discussion About AI and Media
Industry Insights: Why It's Important For Freelancers To Seek Out Anchor Clients
Thursday: Good morning from NOLA + here's what is on my (life and work!) agenda
Monday: How to (quickly!) tidy up your inbox, and everything I'm working on going into this week
Industry Insights: Some Useful Resources For Freelancers
Thursday: New assignments for Southern Living, Forbes, Today.com, Clean Plates, and more....
Wednesday: Seeking RDs to interview for a seasonal meal prep story + many job leads + more!
Industry Insights: The Ultimate Guide To Submitting Photos To Media
Friday: Perhaps Someone Can Help Me Understand A Rather Curious Pitching Tactic?
Wednesday: Loved this piece on media trends in 2023 + newly published gift guides
Industry Insights: How To Avoid The Dreaded Email Bounce
Tuesday: About friendship, the upcoming NYC happy hour, and National Pizza Week.
Monday: Check out my easy-to-follow guide to a week of meal prep + plus pending stories and more.
Industry Insights: How to have stronger and more meaningful PR/media relationships in 2023
Thursday Edition: Hot off the (inbox?), I'm working on FIVE NEW GIFT GUIDES. Read more within.
Stories pending for a half-dozen outlets -- including more Valentine's Day content!
Tuesday: Hitting the ground running on a VERY busy first week of 2023
Happy New Year! Here's some quick tips to be far more productive in the new year.