Try a different and smarter PR approach, for Web3 founders, companies & frens!
Please note *You = a marketer, a founder*
You’ve* been reading a lot of blogs, speaking to hundreds of PR companies, and have about 30+ cold emails and PR proposals telling you how you need to run the narrative of being the next company revolutionizing the Web3 space.
You’re tired because you aren’t getting a CoinDesk coverage or a Laura Shin podcast. You also hear that some agencies can guarantee you a Cointelegraph coverage if you pay them, and in some cases, people do. Probably you’re reading this now, and all of this is hitting you hard, but what must you do?
Let’s decode the “real” issue!
The issue isn’t that your company doesn’t have great technology, nor is it that you’re an average speaker who can’t be invited on stage to present your company. You have credible and meaningful things to share, and real perspectives about where the market is moving.
But you’re stuck in a relentless grind where the immediate goal is simply to get an article about your company published so you can make your investors happy. You announce a small partnership and expect that, out of the 100+ pitches a journalist receives every day, they should cover it — even though you don’t have an active relationship with the journalist, nor does the announcement has significant impact. Web3 PR only works when you’re addressing both, and a lot more. This is extremely important if you want to land coverage on credible and reputable Web3 publications consistently.
So, how the hell do we crack Web3 PR?
In 2026, it’s not enough to simply run a strong Web3 protocol or have a solid vision of how your technology is creating impact. Web3 is loud, trust is fragile, and the space moves incredibly fast. People aren’t just interested in what you’re building or what airdrop you’re running. They care about real value, real impact, and especially founders who are visionaries about where the space is heading. Journalists want to know who is ahead of the curve.
This article explains how to run Web3 PR strategically and smartly, not treating it as a side quest, but as a core function that drives meaningful attention towards what you’re building through consistent and credible media coverage.
Myosin’s 4N Web3 PR Framework
Founder Authority
Founders are often the most compelling voices in any company. They understand the technology deeply and have valuable experience and insights to share. Founder thought leadership becomes especially important both in the early stages of a company and as it grows and establishes itself.
Strong executive visibility on the platforms and channels that matter helps capture the right kind of attention from key stakeholders. This can range from platforms like X and LinkedIn to larger stages such as conferences and podcasts. It also requires founders and executives to be proactive in engaging with complex and important topics from industry narratives and market shifts to regulation and governance, rather than only relying on safe play points about how crypto will drive adoption.
Founders who speak about distinctive issues and offer unique perspectives are the ones who truly capture the attention of analysts, journalists, investors, and other influential stakeholders. They get invited to rooms and conversations that matter.
Strategic Narrative Framework
Creating strong narratives is the idea you want your company to be known for, and consistently reinforcing them across different channels is crucial. Whether it’s an article, interview, podcast, or conference stage, every PR activity should trace back to the core narratives you’ve defined for your company to ensure it receives the attention it deserves.
Even when the surface topic changes, it’s important to continually circle back to the ideas that reinforce your broader narrative. Maintaining consistency, while gradually evolving these narratives based on market shifts, must be managed carefully to avoid confusion or negative press.
In Web3, shaping narratives is a true skill. Web3 Companies that get it right are the ones that stand out and build lasting credibility.
Announcement Flywheel
Understanding what drives impact for the industry versus what drives impact for your company is crucial to building a strong announcement flywheel that can consistently capture media attention. It’s rarely black and white. Often, the real opportunity lies in finding the sweet spot — announcements that meaningfully impact both the company and the broader industry.
Journalists cover news, and they care about announcements, launches, or partnerships that create genuine industry impact. Structuring and timing announcements along these lines increases the chances of stronger media coverage and helps build better relationships with journalists.
Editorial Network
Proactively building relationships with journalists is one of the most underrated yet high-impact investments in any communications strategy. This means showing up where they are at conferences, over coffee, in their LinkedIn DMs - not to pitch, but simply to connect. It means sharing their work, offering help without an agenda, and being a genuine presence in their professional world.
The real differentiator is consistency. Too many people only reach out to journalists when they need coverage, and journalists notice. Cultivating a network means staying in touch regularly — celebrating a great story they wrote, sending a relevant data point they might find useful, or just checking in. That ongoing presence is what transforms a cold pitch into a warm conversation.
At the end of the day, journalists are people. They respond to authenticity, generosity, and relationships built on mutual respect, not just transactional outreach. A strong journalist network, nurtured over time, is what drives lasting visibility and credibility for the long haul.
One Size Doesn’t Fit All
Web3 PR with Myosin isn't just different – it's smarter, sharper, and built for how this industry actually moves. No outdated playbooks. No one-size-fits-all pitches. Just strategic communications designed for the pace and complexity of Web3.