Melissa Agnes

AUGUST 15, 2016

So if your leadership is feeling stressed – which let’s face it, if they aren’t feeling stressed in a crisis, it’s probably not a very big crisis – and isn’t able to adequately control that stress, then your crisis communications risks not being very effective.

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Landis PR

MARCH 18, 2024

By Andie Davis Photo courtesy of Pixabay There are many great benefits that come from media training, and not just for media interviews. If you get media interview requests, you will want experienced media trainers to guide you through the ins and outs (and the dos and don’ts) of being a great interviewee.

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Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

PR professionals should create thoughtful, data-backed pitches, engage with reporters on social media, send swag (when appropriate), maintain relevant media lists, and manage all follow-through with reporters and journalists. PR professionals are now responsible for training a growing number of executives.

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Prohibition

JANUARY 24, 2022

Having a crisis communication plan in place ahead of time reduces confusion, ensures an effective communication flow, and improves messaging timeliness during or after a crisis. The basics of good crisis communications are the same for every company. For a free consultation, please call 0113 430 4160 now.

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PRSay

MARCH 19, 2020

Below are my tips on how to ace these interviews; most of which also apply to online meetings and conferences. Ken Scudder has provided media training, presentation training, crisis communications training and consulting, as well as writing and editing, to business leaders, celebrities and politicians for more than 20 years.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 8, 2018

Check out this post to find out how to tell a client they’re wrong. ” The glare of media attention can burn if you’re not careful. Going into an interview with no knowledge of the reporter or outlet can end in disaster, especially in a corporate crisis. For a deep dive on media training , see our earlier post.

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Melissa Agnes

JANUARY 18, 2015

Welcome to episode #033 of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast, with Melissa Agnes and Brad Phillips. When it comes to crisis media training, there are so many questions that people (whether it be spokespersons or the communication and leadership teams) seek answers to. A must read!

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 16, 2018

Agency teams should take the time to explain, based on personal experience and expertise, why a story will or won’t work and where possible, how to take a bland or unworkable pitch and improve it. Lack of preparation for a media interview. Some CEOs and others in leadership positions shun the idea of media training.

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Rock the Status Quo

FEBRUARY 19, 2015

The February #PRprochat was lucky enough to have Gerard Braud as a special guest, author of “ Don’t Speak to the Media Until… ” and he shared some fantastic tips. He has specialized in media training and crisis communication planning since for the last twenty years, and is a wonderful source of expertise.

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Presspage

AUGUST 5, 2024

In this article, well provide 3 practical tips on how to handle media inquiries and protect your reputation during a PR crisis. Building relationships with journalists We could hardly provide tips about fielding your media inquiries without getting into the importance of building good relationships with journalists.

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Presspage

AUGUST 5, 2024

In this article, we’ll provide 3 practical tips on how to handle media inquiries and protect your reputation during a PR crisis. Building relationships with journalists We could hardly provide tips about fielding your media inquiries without getting into the importance of building good relationships with journalists.

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Konnect Agency

JUNE 22, 2023

That’s why it’s essential for businesses to have a crisis communications plan in place and a seasoned PR agency partner to can help streamline that process and create a dependable strategy. The goal of a crisis PR plan is to minimize the impact of a crisis on a business’s reputation, operations, and finances.

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Shift Communications

JULY 26, 2017

The media and the public already have an established narrative around sharks and Shark Week is only feeding into it. There’s a crisis communications mantra: tell it all, tell it early and tell it yourself. Luckily, with a pre-approved crisis communications plan already in place, G.W. Shark and his vegan donuts.

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Presspage

JANUARY 21, 2025

In this blog, well explore why press releases are still a must-have in 2025, how to write them like a pro, and how to tailor them for any situation. Plus, weve got tips from PR experts, a customizable press release template, and a look at how Presspage can help you take your press releases to the next level.

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Waxing UnLyrical

APRIL 11, 2012

Invest in getting your spokesperson(s) media trained. Getting media trained helps you stay on message and bridge back to you talking points without sounding like a robot or some disingenuous suit – a *big* problem to avoid when you’re in crisis mode. Take the time to develop a crisis communications plan.

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Cision

NOVEMBER 3, 2016

Of course, PR professionals have long been trained to be mindful of the consequences of unintended recipients of critical information, and they know how to counsel clients not to engage in the worn out ‘off the record’ argument. That’s media training 101.

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Communications Conversations

AUGUST 21, 2018

We’re also a fairly small team (about 12 on the external communications side), so we have exposure to a lot of different experiences – including crises. Whether it’s how to work with a reporter, or asking the right questions in meetings, it all has helped mold me.

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5W PR

JANUARY 31, 2024

How to use Tech PR to reach your target audience The most effective PR strategies begin with a deep understanding of a company’s target audience, who they are, how they consume information, their challenges and their motivations. How should you do PR for a tech company?

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PRSay

MARCH 29, 2021

Oprah Winfrey’s prime-time television interview with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on March 7 provided a reminder of the principles PR professionals should follow to prepare clients for media interviews that create positive coverage and help manage crises. Research reporters, anticipate questions. Will it likely be friendly or combative?

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