ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 12, 2021

For PR specialists , few things are more exciting than landing that media interview. Every journalist interview, whether it’s a top business pub or a targeted trade outlet, is a win. But an interview isn’t a story until it’s posted. Media prep didn’t stick. Interview is deadly dull .

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 3, 2021

Most PR teams work hard to make sure our client media interviews go off without a hitch. While most qualified media spokespeople are well-versed in what they should discuss in an interview, it is up to the PR exec to manage the conversations with a positive outcome in mind. Confirm specifics ahead of time.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 1, 2021

For any PR agency team , a major media interview for a company spokesperson is a solid win. Nothing is quite as rewarding as securing that one big interview, or even a series of them, if there’s high-profile news to share. With that in mind, here are some tips for PR pros to help encourage a stellar media interview performance.

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Mediagraphix PR

OCTOBER 10, 2023

One of these ways is representing their organization in front of the public or the media. Whether it’s interviews, press conferences, or social media engagement, the way corporate leaders communicate can significantly impact their company’s image and reputation.

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Mediagraphix PR

OCTOBER 10, 2023

One of these ways is representing their organization in front of the public or the media. Whether it’s interviews, press conferences, or social media engagement, the way corporate leaders communicate can significantly impact their company’s image and reputation.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Interviewing with the media has changed over the years. I remember training executives on how to show up with their messages and talking points. However, today the media is different. These are the important moments when you can demonstrate your ethics and values in your interviews.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

In the PR agency world , after weeks of fine-tuning messaging, crafting stories and pitching reporters, there’s no better feeling than landing a top media interview for a client. Most importantly, of course, a media interview will lead to positive coverage – assuming it goes well. Referring to other media interviews.

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HMA Public Relations

APRIL 14, 2023

Alison Bailin is sharing more on their podcast and TV appearances and discussing how these interviews highlight the importance of media training. Two of the three “villains” in the recent Vanderpump Rules scandal have broken their silences in the past week. Read more!

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Rock the Status Quo

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

Finding time for media training can be difficult. These, for instance: Sending readership demographics right before an interview. Discussing what to wear or not wear before a TV interview. Discussing what to wear or not wear before a TV interview. Benefits of a Quick Pre-Interview Phone Call. Seconds, even.

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5W PR

JULY 5, 2020

Being confident when stepping in front of the microphone and cameras with all the lights shining is something that can be achieved with decent media training. Media Training in 2020. Media training doesn’t only involve knowing what the messages are and the best way to convey them. Key Message.

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Agility PR Solutions

SEPTEMBER 15, 2019

There are many do’s and don’ts for giving a great on-camera interview, some of which we saw in the debate. The post 5 media-training takeaways from the Democratic Debate appeared first on Agility PR Solutions. A candidate could have the best platform to their voters and still lose a debate—and […].

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PR for Anyone

JANUARY 12, 2022

One of the top tips for a media interview I can give you is to be real and authentic. When you try to answer something you don’t know, it could backfire on you – especially on a recorded interview like television, radio, or podcast. The post Tips for Media Interviews appeared first on Christina Daves.

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PRSay

MARCH 19, 2020

The 24-hour news channels have also increased the number of interviews they are doing through Skype, FaceTime and other services. Below are my tips on how to ace these interviews; most of which also apply to online meetings and conferences. The last thing you want during a TV interview is for your picture to lag, scramble or freeze.

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PR for Anyone

JANUARY 20, 2022

Now how do you give a great interview? I spoke in another post about it being ok to say you don’t know in an interview but you don’t want to be completely caught off guard. Interviews go much better when they are conversational. Media is editorial content unless you are paying for advertising. You got the YES!

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Deirdre Breakenridge

AUGUST 12, 2019

I’ve been media training executives for about 15 years. The media has an agenda. This statement shapes what most business professionals have in their minds about the slant or the bias of a media outlet. Social media conversations and past articles, blogs, comments, tweets, etc., will help you to figure this out.

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PR for Anyone

JULY 15, 2020

If there is one thing I’ve learned doing media interviews and teaching people how to do it, it’s expect the unexpected. When my clients land media interviews, we always do media training beforehand. How to politely break in and be heard if the host is dominating the interview.

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Polaris

MARCH 24, 2015

We have a very simple philosophy about media training. It should provide a spokesperson with the tools needed to conduct effective media interviews when we’re not there to support them. However, someday they will need to prepare for a media interview without access to communications expertise. 2 Be Prepared.

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HMA Public Relations

MARCH 7, 2024

Conclude your next media interview on a high note with tips from Alison Bailin in this blog post! Check it out.

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Polaris

NOVEMBER 19, 2014

The idea of a media interview is enough to cause even the most confident executive to break into a cold sweat. To make matters worse for some individuals, the thought of taking a media training session to prepare for interviews can be equally daunting. and how these pressures can affect the interview process.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 31, 2017

Nothing in public relations is quite as rewarding as securing an important interview for a client. For some, this can mean an intense media training session. For others, a simple review of the interviewer’s background and expectations are all that’s necessary. How to prepare for a media interview.

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Flack's Revenge

AUGUST 11, 2014

We had a media training session this week involving one of our larger clients last week. Executives from around the world flew in to learn about the art of getting key points across in press interviews, and take turns in the Hot Seat (mock interviews with real journalists).

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 29, 2017

Of course, the training needs to happen, but like almost everything, we get better as we practice doing it right… practice done wrong will not lead to improvement though. So a big part of media training should be putting the student in front of others who will ask them random questions. Let them answer completely.

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Public Relations Sydney

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

However, to continuously get media coverage, you must constantly been seen and heard in the media. The post 5 great media training tips appeared first on Public Relations Sydney. Journalists are always on the lookout for new and interesting stories […].

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HMA Public Relations

OCTOBER 13, 2020

During our media trainings, we teach how to bridge the conversation during interviews. The post What is Bridging in an Interview? In today's blog post, Alison shares a peek into our award-winning program with what bridging is and how it works. Click the link to read more! appeared first on HMA Public Relations.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 11, 2017

This is why most PR people work to get potential questions in advance, which can help determine if the interview is worthwhile. Sometimes the interview process is a long courtship where the reporter spends weeks or months gathering background, during which the PR team can assess its potential. When the outlet is questionable.

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Ishmael's Corner

APRIL 29, 2020

The broadcast media industry is no exception with radio presenters and journalists now conducting live profile interviews over the phone. How can we as communications consultants help our clients adjust to this new normal and maximize interviews over the phone? These five.more.

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Polaris

DECEMBER 8, 2014

A little bit of nervousness before a speech or interview is a good thing. Yet public speaking and media interview skills are essential for most executives and business owners. And a poorly handled print or broadcast interview could turn a relatively benign issue into a full-blown crisis. A lot of nervousness—not so much.

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Polaris

DECEMBER 3, 2014

In fact, how you look can help you land a job, make a sale, persuade a team to your point of view—and lead to incredibly successful media interview s (or some utter disasters). In my experience in media training sessions, there’s no substitute for seeing yourself on camera. Media Training' What you say.

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Flack's Revenge

AUGUST 4, 2022

Since I work in PR, and also help execs hone their performances (well, media interview skills) we had a lot to talk about when we met. It’s based on the premise that you can fundamentally improve interview and presentation skills. Setting (where are you in space and time)? How do you want the audience to feel? (It

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PRSay

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Over the past month, the disgraced crypto celebrity continued to contradict legal and communications counsel by speaking freely to the press, undertaking an apology tour, tweeting, sending direct messages and giving Zoom interviews with reporters about matters that could land him in prison.

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Axia PR

MARCH 6, 2024

Make sure your spokesperson is armed with these media training tips before they take on the mic. Can you ask for interview questions ahead of time? Even the most seasoned spokesperson is constantly learning how to approach the media landscape to avoid saying the wrong thing and going viral.

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

Securing an interview with a media outlet for an executive or other company spokesperson is a dream…except when it’s not. Interviews provide an opportunity to showcase your brand and spokespeople as thought leaders, increase loyalty to your brand, defuse crises and drive sales. How to Give Better Media Answers.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 13, 2022

And the biggest of these events – like the Cannes Advertising Festival, the Consumer Electronics Show, or the E3 Expo, attract equally high-profile media. Here are some tips to both landing media interviews and making sure they’re successful. Securing media interest is only the first step. Prepare a Briefing Book.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 1, 2016

Because we spend time preparing clients for meetings with journalists, PR people tend to study media interviews from the perspective of the person getting questions. But during this crazy political primary season, interview-watching is a spectator sport, usually starring Donald Trump. Yet something changed this week.

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Critical Mention

MARCH 20, 2019

Whether you are an influencer or your job entails promoting a subject matter expert, knowing the ins and outs of how to conduct a social media interview is an essential skill for your earned media goals. It can also provide a sense of immediacy during an ongoing media event. Find a quiet location. Do a test run.

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Cision

OCTOBER 6, 2015

When your company secures an interview with a major media outlet, you may feel the urge to celebrate. Getting media coverage provides the perfect opportunity to showcase your brand’s best traits and increase advocates. Just don’t let your executive or chosen company spokesperson arrive to the interview unprepared!

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Rock the Status Quo

DECEMBER 11, 2014

We’re pitching editorial sources to fit THEIR needs, not gifting them with the fabulous opportunity of a lifetime interview with the reporter being eternally grateful for the favor. If it is the spokesperson who has to back out due to an emergency, you get your #2 person who is media trained and ready to go (always have them!)

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