Ten Helpful Things to Know about Vocus:1. Saved Searches help you search for results. Saved Searches:•    are user specific •    always save your searches to save yourself time•    help you take advantage of the most up to date contact information 2. You can fine tune your saved searches:•    DMA (covers all reporters in area, as opposed to restricting by address)•    reporter preference•    zip code & mile radius3. You can turn your results into Lists:•    contact names are saved•    contact information is updated•    always save your lists with your organization’s initials•    manage lists (delete old lists)4. You can customize Vocus:•    custom columns•    custom reports•    preferences (tab views, e.g.)5. You can export & create labels.6. Email (quick, easy and free)•    utilize the mail merge feature •    de-dupe email addresses•    temporarily change sender information 7. Fax (domestic fax is $0.13 per minute) •    use your own letterhead or cover page8. Create activities so you can track your correspondence•    useful for tracking correspondence9. You should always log out when you’re done with your Vocus session.10. Tech support is readily available:•    Instant Message from the Support section on the Vocus homepage•    Call the Vocus toll free support at 1-866-675-2525•    Call Nina Schwartz with Green Media Toolshed at 202-408- 8850 x.10. Other helpful features:Google News search: shows stories written by each reporterData merges: to help personalize your emailsLogo Pasting: make your emails visually pleasing Analytics: take a closer look at your media listsEd Cals: for longer lead pitching