When Is Media Coverage Actually About the Applicant?

Being in an article and being the subject of one are different things. Most existing press is the first kind.

The Difference Between Visibility and Credibility

Visibility is being seen. Credibility is being believed. Immigration press is built for the second.

What Counts as Published Material for O-1A and EB-1A?

The criterion has four parts. Most coverage that falls short misses the first one.

Why the Publication Matters as Much as the Story

A strong article in the wrong place is a weaker piece of press. Here is how to judge the place.

What Makes Media Coverage Meaningful in an Extraordinary Ability Strategy?

Four things separate coverage that documents a career from coverage that only mentions one.

Does Website Traffic Matter for O-1A and EB-1A Media Coverage?

Traffic is evidence of reach. It was never the definition of major media.

Building Public Recognition Before You Need It

The best time to document your work is while it is happening. The second best is as soon as you know you may file.

What Is “Major Media” for O-1A and EB-1A Applicants?

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