The Forbes Coaches Council will say congratulations… then ask you to pay them to write for them. It’s the opposite of a job.I’m all about contributing to outlets when it builds your brand infront of your ideal customer or client, but this is different.Not only is this advertising, but it’s tricky advertising.While these pay-to-play appearances could impress people who don’t know any better, you’re better off just working a tad harder to earn a contributing role at a popular outlet. Then when you do, leverage that like I did when I contributed at Inc. Magazine.Some resources mentioned in this episode:16Places.com to become a contributorMediaMavenAndMore.com/newsletter to join my newsletterJoin Christina's newsletter for insider tips on growing your business without ads here.Become a contributor to a top website to build your brand with free resources here.Click here to join Christina's 3-hour bootcamp Pitch Publicity Profit. Follow Christina on social media at: Website Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn YouTube TikTok If you liked this episode, please subscribe to this podcast to hear more like it. Tell your colleagues, friends, and family… and don’t forget to tap that subscribe button. For more podcast episodes, tap here.