Get Featured on Social Media Examiner, A Strategic Guide for CEOs & Marketing Leaders
Being featured on Social Media Examiner is more than a byline – it’s validation in front of a large, highly engaged marketing audience. For entrepreneurs, CMOs, and the C-Suite, a well-placed article or expert contribution can drive credibility, leads, and industry partnerships. Below is a practical, editor-level blueprint (tested across top trade outlets) to maximize your chance of being published – and to make that placement work hard for your business.
Why Social Media Examiner matters
Social Media Examiner is a leading resource for social marketing tactics and strategy, delivering original content and industry insights to hundreds of thousands of marketers. Their editorial team focuses on actionable, trend-aware content that marketers can use immediately. Getting featured means exposure to an audience that’s actively looking for marketing solutions, tools, and thought leaders.
Start by thinking like their editor: audience, angle, value
Editors at Social Media Examiner prioritize content that:
- Solves a clear problem (e.g., how to scale LinkedIn for B2B demand generation).
- Is tactical and replicable (step-by-step frameworks, checklists, templates).
- Is current and trend-aware (new platform features, algorithm shifts, AI tools).
Before you pitch, read 8–12 recent articles on the site to learn tone, level of detail, structure, and examples used in top-performing pieces. This research signals respect for their format and increases your chances.
Build the right portfolio and credentials
Editors want credible sources. Prepare:
- Two to three recent, published articles (preferably on recognized outlets).
- A one-page snapshot: your bio, top wins (metrics-driven), and client logos or case studies.
- Exclusive data or case studies (original research is gold – more on that below).
If you don’t have published pieces, create a short, high-value article on your own platform and promote it – editorial teams look for quality, not just brand names.
Craft a winning pitch (subject line, 3-part body, CTA)
Keep outreach concise and editorial – not salesy.
Subject line examples:
- “Pitch: Step-by-Step LinkedIn Playbook for B2B Sellers (with 6-month case study)”
- “Guest idea: How AI is changing paid social creative (with metrics)”
Pitch body (3 short parts – 6–8 sentences total):
- One-line hook: the editorial promise and why it matters now.
- Why you: 2–3 credential bullets (metrics, clients, or original study).
- What you’ll deliver: headline, 3–5 subheadings (outline), and the format (how-to, case study, checklist).
Finish with a one-line note that you’re happy to submit the full draft or a detailed outline.
Pro tip: Attach a very short sample (300–500 words) or a short deck showing your data. This reduces friction for the editor.
(If you need the editorial contact, Social Media Examiner’s contact page is the primary hub for inquiries and editorial communication.)
Write with the editor in mind: format, voice, and visual assets
If invited to submit, follow these norms:
- Length: most in-depth how-tos are 1,200–2,000 words; short practical pieces can be 800–1,000 words.
- Voice: conversational, professional, and actionable – include numbered steps, bullets, and clear takeaways.
- Visuals: include screenshots, short GIFs, charts, or templates. Label images and supply alt text.
- Links & disclosures: provide one or two helpful links (not promotional); disclose conflicts or client relationships.
Social Media Examiner favors articles that readers can act on immediately – include checklists, sample copy, or measurement templates wherever possible.
Make your contribution unique: use data and case studies
Original research or a real client case study dramatically increases acceptance and shareability. Even a simple before/after metric set (e.g., “⬆︎ 48% qualified leads in 90 days using X tactic”) backed by screenshots, campaign settings, and timelines gives editors confidence and readers practical value.
If proprietary data is unavailable, synthesize learning from multiple campaigns and present it as “lessons learned” with stepwise guidance and expected outcomes.
Understand the editorial process and follow up professionally
Large publications have gatekeepers: managing editors, section editors, and copyeditors. If you receive feedback, treat it as collaborative – editors are protecting their readers. Expect 1–2 rounds of revision; respond promptly and incorporate editorial requests. If you don’t hear back in two weeks after a pitch, a single, polite follow-up is appropriate – keep it short and add a new data point or example to re-spark interest.
Social Media Examiner editorial staff have publicly shared guidance on contributing and what they look for – viewing those resources (including editor videos and Q&A sessions) helps align your pitch.
After publication: amplify and measure
A feature doesn’t end at “published.” Treat it as a campaign:
- Share widely on LinkedIn, X, and in your newsletter with a short TL;DR and link.
- Repurpose: create a short video, carousel, or 1-page PDF summary for gated download.
- Track KPIs: referral traffic, form fills, new connections, inbound media requests.
Editors appreciate when contributors help amplify their content – it strengthens the relationship for future collaborations.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Pitching generic topics already covered extensively on the site.
- Being promotional or overly brand-centric.
- Sending long, unfocused pitches without a clear deliverable.
- Ignoring editorial guidance or resubmitting identical content elsewhere without disclosure.
Need help getting featured? TheCconnects can make it happen
If you’d like hands-on support – from tightening your pitch and preparing an editor-ready draft to outreach and follow-ups – TheCconnects offers full editorial and publisher-relations services. We’re a publishing and analytics platform with industry connections and experience positioning executives and brands on top outlets like Social Media Examiner. Submit your details or ask us to manage the outreach and editorial process on your behalf.
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Final note:
Getting featured on Social Media Examiner is an editorial process – treat it as earned media, not advertising. Invest in research, original insights, and a crisp, editor-friendly pitch. With the right angle and evidence, your thought leadership can reach an audience that converts knowledge into business outcomes.
