An exclusive report is a type of report that is not available to other media outlets. It requires a lot of research, dedication, and time to produce. The main elements of a good exclusive report include a compelling story, exclusive information, and clear and concise language. It is also important to include tables that provide detailed and specific information about the data. This includes identifying all probability level values with asterisks, sequentially numbering the tables, providing a descriptive title for each table, and referencing each table in the text of the report.
The type of news that warrants an exclusive can vary over time, and it is not for the faint of heart. It is generally reserved for something that has significant impact on the market, industry or brand. It could be a new acquisition, a major executive hire or a funding round that will reshape the business’ future direction. It is important to do your research and be sure that you have a strong relationship with the journalist or media outlet so that they are more likely to be excited about the story. It is also important to have a backup plan in case the news does not go through. Journalists have a tendency to get pulled into other breaking news and can easily forget about the exclusive. If you have a back-up plan, you will be in a better position to pursue it.