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To see a list of pages for a particular tag, click on the tag in the tag cloud in the right hand margin. Click on any listed page to see the full contents of that page.  Advocacy and Public EngagementThis workshop is designed to help Senior Councillors hone their skills on Advocacy and Public Engagement.  Be Your Own PR Guru!This workshop condenses all you need to know to become proactive with the media as well as handle the tougher issues that can affect any organisation.  Proactive PR in the Public Sector WorkshopThe course is designed specifically for Housing and Public Sector Press Officers. The workshop is ideal for members of the Press Office, Marketing Managers and Communications Champions, and anyone who Video CentreOur video centre has introductory and explanatory videos to help you get started with media training and the other things we do.  Secrets of Media TrainingThis video explains how to handle interviews when you have a crisis or a success and you need to convey your message.  Proactive Communication SecretsThis video explains the importance of having three clear and concise points prepared before an interview.  How to Prepare For Media InterviewsThis video gives valuable advice on handling a journalist and then how to prepare for the questions that may come when you are interviewed.  Effective TV Interview TechniqueThis video shows very simple tips for TV interviews to make you come across as honest, confident and relaxed while being interviewed on TV.  Business Success Secrets - Half Day SessionDr Jane Lelean will be sharing more of her secrets for business success in a special coaching/training half day session. Ten Essential Habits for Business SuccessThis month international Business Coach, Dr Jane Lelean, will be sharing her Ten Essential Habits for Business Success.  Media Training for AcademicsThis media training course is designed specifically for senior academics, research staff, Deans and Associate Deans in small groups across all the schools.  An Introduction to Social MediaThis one day training course is designed specifically for Elected Members, to help them understand the impact of social media .  Marketing on a Shoestring - Free SeminarFree seminar on marketing on a shoestring at Cedar House Training Centre in the heart of Marlow.  Why should actors have all the fun?The nerves you can feel before making a presentation are similar to the ones any actor experiences before performing a lengthy monologue.  Public Consultations Communications SkillsWith increasing public skepticism in the consultation process, key spokesmen need to get the message across clearly and be able to handle difficult questions.  Public Sector Cuts in Communications BudgetsMatt Tee, the Permanent Secretary for Communications at the Cabinet Office, said that the Public Sector should expect cuts of 10-20% in communications budgets.  Media Law - How Confident are you?This course covers issues such as election law, use of photos, use of CCTV footage, naming and shaming for non-journalists.  £500+ from Train to GainDon't let lack of funding stop you from getting the training you need. Train to Gain offers businesses grants for staff training.  We're Ready to Help NHS on Swine FluHaving already trained sixty NHS Pan Flu leads, Media Friendly is ready to provide training now to help you communicate the NHS response both internally and externally.  Media Tips For Non Media ProsPromoting yourself and your business doesn't come naturally to everyone and using the media to work for you can be daunting.  NHS Media Training Most AffordableRecently, many of our clients have told us that they have been surprised how affordable our Media Training is.  Getting the Job That Suits You BestNow the kids are at school and you’re thinking of going back to work. But things have moved on and you’ve changed too...  Boost Your Child's ConfidenceWest End actress Lucy Morgans and writer Steve Hemsley share some simple drama-based games and techniques they can try at home to boost their children?s self-esteem.  Media Interview Skills WorkshopMedia Interview Skills Workshop is designed specifically to prepare spokespeople with the skills necessary to conduct successful media interviews  Website Optimisation WorkshopLearn how to make your website an effective marketing tool for your business and be easily found by the search engines.  Boost Your Child's ConfidenceThis parent's workshop demonstrates how drama is one of the best ways to help children become more confident.  Performance Coaching Boosts SkillsPerformance Coaching can result in improved performance, positive behaviour change, and more effective leadership.  Andrew Carapiet - Media Relations DirectorAndrew Carapiet is a former BBC Health and Local Government Correspondent. He has covered most health, NHS, political, Local Government and Social Affairs issues for BBC News, as well as being a media  Moya Fillmore - Communications DirectorMoya Fillmore has been a Communications and Marketing professional for fifteen years, working with the Public Sector and the Healthcare Industry.  Tim Grout-Smith - Media TrainerTim Grout-Smith is a graduate of Oxford University with 26 years' BBC experience and has reported for the BBC from more than thirty countries.  Lily Poberezhska - Media TrainerLily Poberezhska is a London-based graduate of Kiev State University, a teacher, journalist, media trainer and consultant and worked for nine years for the BBC World Service.  Tony Park - Leadership and Change ManagementTony Park has extensive experience of providing leadership and management training within large organisations, in retail, medical and other fields.  Media Friendly Reaches New HighsMedia Friendly has opened its new headquarters in Marlow Buckinghamshire and is dramatically expanding its range and number of courses.  Annie Mulady - Management Skills TrainerAnnie brings her extensive experience of hands-on team management to her service and management skills training and development courses.  Handling Difficult SituationsThis half day course explains how to handle angry or aggressive people using assertiveness and confident communications.  Assertiveness SkillsAssertiveness is not to be confused with aggressiveness, it is simply standing up for your individual rights while respecting the position of others.  Proactive Problem SolvingAs problems become more complex or involve systems we need better ways to identify and then resolve the problems.  Building Top TeamsGood leadership can make all the difference in a team. Balancing the needs of individuals with providing group goals can get the best out of and for everyone.  Managing Your TimeYour time is your most valuable resource both personally and at work. Make the most of your time by managing it and removing time wasting things.  Management in Service EnvironmentManaging in a service environment requires special skills to effectively monitor performance and feedback effectively to the team members.  Introduction to ManagementManaging effectively requires a number of organisational and interpersonal skills. This course gives delegates a good grounding in this skills.  Effective Service SkillsThis course gives delegates an understanding of what constitutes effective service and the tools to deliver it.  Handling Difficult CustomersEven when you do your best some customers will have problems or complaints. Dealing with them effectively can make them loyal customers and save you headaches.  Proactive Service SkillsBy exploring customer needs more deeply and building on existing relationships both profitability and satisfaction can be increased.  Leading with a Coaching StyleAn essential leadership role and skill must be the ability to empower, develop and motivate ones team to ensure peak performance.  Link Up with Health Attitudes DirectWe understand that good NHS service commissioning is a complex and demanding task that presents new challenges and requires new skills.   Managed OfficesOur building is just so lovely that we wanted to share it. Get in touch if you need managed offices in a great location.  Police Forces Proactive PR WorkshopThis is a one day training workshop designed specifically for Communications Leads and Media Assistants within Police Forces.  Teenage Pregnancy Media ProgrammeMedia is one of the most effective ways of reaching teenagers under the age of 18, who are at risk of getting pregnant.  Proactive PR For Drug Action TeamsThis is a one day workshop designed specifically for the Drug Action Teams aimed at providing the skills to deliver key messages.  Fire Services Proactive PR WorkshopThis is a one day training workshop designed specifically for Communications Leads and Media Assistants within the Fire Service.  Emergency Services Media TrainingWe have tailored a number of our standard courses to the needs of the ambulance, fire and police emergency services.  Drug Action Teams Media CoursesDrug Action Teams do important work for their communities and it is vital that they have all possible tools to get their message across.  Fire Services Crisis Media TrainingWe want to prepare your command team and spokespeople for a speedy, but considered media response to any crisis you may encounter.  George DearsleyGeorge has a long and wide experience of the media industry. He is a regular writer for papers and magazines and lectures at Manchester University.  Introduction to What We DoThe leading UK Media Training and PR Consultancy for the Public Sector, offering a full range of media and business courses.  Media TrainingEven our standard cources are tailored to your individual requirements. For your convenience, our workshops are run at your own offices, or in a TV Studio, if you prefer.  Crisis ManagementEveryone does their best to avoid crises, but they do happen. We can help you be more prepared and can also help when they arise.  Contact UsEvery organisation has different requirements and circumstances. Talk to us (we really are friendly, as the name suggests) and lets see if there is any way we can help.  Headteachers Crisis Media SeminarThis seminar is designed to act as a "firewall" or "firescreen" for both the council and schools to help avoid potential media crises.  Headteachers Crisis ManagementThis course covers a range of skills and is designed specifically for Headteachers, Deputy Headteachers and School Governors.  Public Relations OverviewAre you getting the most from the media? Is your message getting to your target audience? Learn to maximise the potential.  Ambulance Staff Media WorkshopThis is a one day course specifically for ambulance staff and paramedics - addressing a diverse range of needs and skills.  Public RelationsWe know how to spread your key messages as widely and effectively as possible, while taking care of your reputation and image in times of crisis.  Media Awareness Seminar For School Governors and HeadteachersThese seminars empower School Governors with the skills to handle media enquiries confidently and avoid preventable media crises.  Crisis Media ManagementHow you respond to the media is critical to your reputation. Will your organisation appear professional or like hopeless bodgers?  Planning a Successful PR CampaignWe will give you a structured plan on how to do this, as well as enthuse you with some original ideas for exciting PR campaigns.  Achieving PR Goal - Media CoverageThe bottom line is that editorial is free and usually credible, while advertising and similar can be very expensive.  Police Spokesperson Media WorkshopWe will help you with those tricky live interviews radio, television and local newspapers, at the scene of a major incident.  Internal Communications PR TrainingOne of the biggest sections of your target audience is your own people. Get your message spreading by word of mouth.  Fire & Rescue Services Media WorkshopThis Workshop is tailored for the Area Command Team and other key spokespeople within Fire and Rescue Services.  Police Media Awareness SeminarThis seminar is aimed at non spokespeople within Police Forces as anyone employed by the Police may have contact with the media.  Private SectorWe have experience in various sectors including Banking and Finance, Insurance, Accountancy, Pharmaceuticals, Telecoms, IT and Consumer.  ReferencesWe're blushing now, but have a look at some of the nice things our clients have said about us.   About UsMedia Friendly was founded in 1998 and has expanded over the years to extend the range of high quality open and bespoke training courses. EducationCourses and information for schools, headmasters and other organisations involved with education.  Public Sector OverviewMedia Friendly is the leading Media Training and PR Consultancy for the Public Sector, specialising within the NHS, Local Government and Housing Associations.  Tom Phillips - Marketing TrainerWith 20 years private (pharmaceutical) and public (NHS) sector experience, Tom has extensive experience in sales, marketing and training. Helen Hill - Leadership Development SpecialistHelen is a learning and development specialist with 15 years experience who began her career in sales in a large blue chip pharmaceutical company.  Loraine Kennedy - Trainer and CoachWith her strong background in business as well as experience working within local authorities, Loraine has an impressive understanding of the range of business and service issues to be addressed.  Post Election New Members TrainingWith new members starting you'll want to support their enthusiasm with training programmes designed to meet their needs.  North East Councils Simply The BestThe councils in the North East are the best performing in the country and we're delighted to be working with them.  MF Wins NE Councils Media TrainingMedia Friendly has been awarded the tender for media training the twenty five councils in the North East of England.  Media Friendly 10 Successful YearsNormally our business is about helping our clients promote themselves but this time we are blowing our own trumpet.  Crisis Communication for SuperbugAll the headlines surrounding the Superbug crisis highlights show how important it is to communicate properly in a crisis.  Communicate, Communicate, CommunicateThe single biggest communication challenge facing housing right now is not raising the profile of housing.  Double Success At NHS ConferenceMedia Friendly delivered two, well-received, sessions at the NHS South Central Communications Conference at Basingstoke last week.  May Local Elections Are Almost HereAre you thinking about New Member Training? The Local Government Elections in May are almost upon us which bring new members.  Be Prepared For Smoke Free EnglandMedia Friendly are offering a tailored, one-day, Media Training course designed specifically for Smoke Free healthcare professionals.  Media Friendly's 10 New Year TipsStart the New Year with a resolution to handle the media better! Here are ten top tips to having a better year with the media.  Academics In Demand On TV And RadioWith the increasing number of news outlets proliferating, there is a growing demand for "Media Friendly" academics.  PR "Premium" As NHS Begins MarketingPR skills are key as NHS Hospitals begin to market their services for the first time to compete against private providers.  Probation Service Gets Rough RideWhether it's a Panorama Special going undercover at a Probation Hostel in Avon and Somerset, or a local paper criticising Probation Officers for "being responsible" for a crime wave by persistent  Free Media Clinic at ConferenceAre you attending the Healthcare Communicators Conference? Media Friendly is offering a free Media Clinic.  Media Friendly Win NHF "Best StandMedia Friendly has just won the "Best Stand" award at the 2006, National Housing Federation Conference in Birmingham. 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Media Friendly | Cedar House | Glade Road | Marlow | Bucks | SL7 1DQ
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