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Tips for Professional Video Chat Interviews and Meetings

PRSay

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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Best PR Tips For Media Interviews

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

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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How To Take Control Of A Media Interview

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Mr. Sackur interviewed Mr. Ali about his country’s vast oil reserves and their impact on both the country and the climate. The full exchange is well worth a look, but the two-minute portion that has gone viral is a must-watch example of how to turn the tables in an adversarial media interview.

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When a Client Turns Down That Juicy Media Interview…

Rock the Status Quo

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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Why B2B Tech Companies Need Public Relations to Stand Out in a Competitive Market

5W PR

Generating media coverage in industry publications, trade journals, and general news outlets allows companies to reach a broader audience and position themselves as thought leaders. Media Relations Securing interviews, press releases, and feature articles in relevant publications helps B2B tech companies gain exposure.

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When To Turn Down A Media Interview

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

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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Media Interview Skills: Why Silence Is Not Always Golden

Polaris

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.