This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” podcast takes a look back at Brittney Houser’s #internship #mentorship at Pitch Publicity® and the career she has built since graduating from the University of Florida with both a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations and a master’s degree in Business Management. Now a senior account executive at Interdependence PR, Brittney leads B2B technology accounts across enterprise technology, IT services, fintech, cryptocurrency, marketing and advertising technology, taking an active role in strategy, client communications and media relations. Throughout her career, she has represented a diverse portfolio of national brands and secured coverage across top-tier national, business, consumer and trade media. Her progression from PR intern to trusted counselor and media relations professional demonstrates how early career mentorship, hands-on experience and strong communication and organization skills can accelerate career growth.

Key pitching/mentorship takeaways from Brittney Houser on this episode of “Pitch Live”:

• Stay organized when brainstorming: Structure keeps ideas moving forward.
• Get comfortable being uncomfortable: Pushing through discomfort is how you build confidence.
• Do your homework before you pitch: Follow someone’s work and tailor your approach specifically to them.
• Ask what they are working on: Curiosity helps you uncover opportunities while staying ahead of industry trends.
• Follow up with purpose: Do not just repeat the pitch — add a new detail, angle or piece of value each time.
• Take notes to retain more: Writing things down helps you stay focused, capture details and better understand what you heard.
• Do not underestimate the small work: Everyday tasks build confidence, strong habits and relationships that compound over time.
• Talk it out with a real person: Verbalizing a pitch or problem can reveal what is missing and make your thinking stronger.

Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchStar Brittney Houser to be inspired by #mentorship and motivated to #pitch with success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ☎️🤩

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This episode of "Pitch Live with Amy Summers" podcast features Richelle Fredson, book publishing coach and author of, “DO THE THING: Take Your Creative Ideas From Uncertain to Unstoppable and Build a Business You Love” (Hachette, April 2027). As the creator of “The Book Proposal Blueprint Program,” Richelle has helped aspiring and published authors secure millions of dollars in book advances from top publishers, guiding them from idea to book deal with strategic publishing expertise. Before launching her own business, she spent 15 years in publishing as director of publicity and book marketing at Hay House Inc., one of the world's largest publishers of self-help books, events and courses, where she also served on the book acquisitions team. Beyond books, Richelle helps entrepreneurs develop creative platforms that expand their influence through podcasts, new products and other ventures. She is also the host of the Forbes-featured "Bound + Determined" podcast, where she interviews leading authors, publishing industry experts and creative business owners. Richelle earned her degree in communication and media studies from San Diego State University.

Key pitching takeaways from Richelle Fredson on this episode of “Pitch Live”:

• Own your lane: Define the expertise only you can bring before you write a book.
• Engagement beats followers: A loyal community matters more than a large social media audience.
• Write for someone, not everyone: A specific audience makes for a stronger book pitch.
• Originality isn't everything: A proven topic with your unique perspective is often more marketable than a brand-new idea.
• Pitch with a complete proposal: A polished book proposal shows publishers and agents you're serious.
• Master the three-part pitch: What's the problem? What's your solution? Why are you the one to write this book?
• Follow up relentlessly: Persistence matters—even when you're told not to expect a response.
• Be patient, but advocate for yourself: Publishing is a marathon, and the authors who keep pushing forward are the ones who succeed.

Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchPro Richelle Fredson to access Richelle’s pitching strategies and success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ☎️🤩

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RichelleFredsonBookCoach

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Website: https://richellefredson.com

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This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” podcast takes a look back at Camile Sardina #internship #mentorship one-night experience at Pitch Publicity® and how it helped build her confidence to move to New York City to launch her career after graduating from the University of Florida with a degree in Public Relations. Today, she’s running her own boutique public relations firm at Evolist Media representing brands including Airbnb and Peatos. Camile’s work has been featured across top national media, including Good Morning America, The Washington Post, Forbes, SELF, and Women’s Health. She is also a successful freelance writer and co-author of Change Makers, a storytelling project celebrating women creating meaningful change around the world. Join us as Camile looks back on her journey from PR student to agency founder, revealing the lessons that shaped her success and why mentorship is one of the greatest accelerators of career growth.

Key pitching/mentorship takeaways from Camile Sardina on this episode of “Pitch Live”:

• Smaller companies often provide faster growth and broader hands-on experience.
• Great pitches depend as much on timing as they do on the story.
• Be transparent with your boss about your career goals to create opportunities together.
• Never underestimate the power of a sincere "thank you" to your team.
• Tell mentors how they have impacted your life—it encourages them to keep investing in others.
• Small gestures, like an invitation to dinner or genuine recognition, can build the confidence that changes someone's career.

Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchStar Camile Sardina to be inspired by #mentorship and motivated to #pitch with success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ☎️🤩

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Instagram: @evolistmedia @camilesardina

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EvolistMedia

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/camilesardina

https://www.linkedin.com/company/evolistmedia/

Website: https://www.evolistmedia.com

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Be sure to hit that subscribe button and give us a rating or review. Your feedback helps us plan future episodes. As a bonus, join us at www.INICIVOX.com where you can get motivated, hone your communication skills and binge as much mentorship as you want, whenever you need it.