You Have 7 Seconds—Don’t Blow It: Media Interview Tips for the Camera-Shy (and Camera-Annoyed)

You Have 7 Seconds—Don’t Blow It: Media Interview Tips for the Camera-Shy (and Camera-Annoyed)

And you’ve got 7 seconds to make it. Not 70. Seven seconds to show viewers and listeners that you’re credible, relevant, and worth paying attention to. ...more

Media Training ,mediainterviews Media Coach &Media Expert

April 20, 20252 min read

Are News Releases Dead?

Are News Releases Dead?

It's become a bit of a cliche to boldly state that press releases are pointless and only the most inexperienced PR reps use them.... I couldn't disagree more. ...more

Media Training ,Media Relations mediainterviews Media Coach &Media Expert

April 18, 20251 min read

Upcoming Media Interview? Watch this!

Upcoming Media Interview? Watch this!

Let’s get one thing straight: media interviews aren’t just conversations. They’re strategic opportunities. Yet too often, professionals approach them with a casual mindset—only to walk away misquoted,... ...more

Media Training ,Media Relations mediainterviews Media Coach &Media Expert

April 18, 20252 min read

The 5 Truths Every Corporate Spokesperson Must Know Before a Media Interview

The 5 Truths Every Corporate Spokesperson Must Know Before a Media Interview

At Speaking of Media, we prepare spokespeople to perform—not just talk—when the mic goes live. ...more

Crisis Communications ,Media Training Media Relations mediainterviews &Media Coach

April 14, 20252 min read

Don’t Let the Media Define Your Crisis—Own the Narrative

Don’t Let the Media Define Your Crisis—Own the Narrative

Instead of reacting to media scrutiny, getting ahead of the story with transparency puts you in control, giving you the breathing room needed to resolve the issue while maintaining public trust. ...more

Crisis Communications ,Media Training Issues Management mediainterviews &Media Coach

March 24, 20252 min read

Master Your Media Interview: 3 Ways to Ensure Interview Success

Master Your Media Interview: 3 Ways to Ensure Interview Success

A well-executed media interview can elevate your credibility and amplify your message. But a poorly handled one? It can derail your reputation in minutes. ...more

Media Training ,Media Relations mediainterviews &Media Coach

February 16, 20253 min read

Why your CEO Shouldn't be your First spokesperson

Why your CEO Shouldn't be your First spokesperson

Strategic Escalation with media inquiries ...more

Crisis Communications ,Media Training Media Relations Issues Management &mediainterviews

November 19, 20242 min read

Navigating Reputation Threats in a Social Media Minefield

Navigating Reputation Threats in a Social Media Minefield

Why Companies Must Prepare for New Threats to Reputation from Social Media ...more

Crisis Communications ,Media Training Media Relations Issues Management &mediainterviews

November 18, 20243 min read

VIDEO: How to avoid being misquoted

VIDEO: How to avoid being misquoted

Here is my IG video on how to avoid being misquoted ...more

Media Training ,Media Relations Issues Management &mediainterviews

November 04, 20240 min read

The Ever-Evolving Crisis Landscape

The Ever-Evolving Crisis Landscape

The crisis communications landscape is ever-evolving, driven most notably by the continual growth of social media. ...more

Crisis Communications ,Media Training Media Relations Issues Management &mediainterviews

November 04, 20242 min read

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