Missing the NHF Comms Event
We’ve really missed exhibiting at the NHF Comms Event this year. It’s the first time since 2006 that we haven’t been able to attend, which is a strong testament to how worthwhile we find it. It’s not just about networking with Marcomms...
Meghan Markle Bullying Claims – A Right Royal War Of Words
Bullying claims against Meghan Markle – stemming from Buckingham Palace are attracting headlines like “worst Royal crisis since the Abdication” from a certain section of the tabloid press. A tad OTT – we think. In case you missed it,...
Budget Day 2021
On Budget Day there is a mad scramble for 'experts'. It has always been an opportunity for top financial organisations such as the “Big 4” Accountancy houses to place “an expert in the TV Studio” to comment on whatever the Chancellor, Rishi...
Prince Harry backlash over timing of Oprah interview
Call for ITV to postpone Royal Interview while Prince Philip Remains in Hospital https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9315659/ITV-air-bombshell-Oprah-Winfrey-interview-Harry-Meghan-Monday.html Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are suffering a...
Powerful Key Messages and Successful Media Interviews
Media experts know that authentic key messages, that are communicated clearly and succinctly, are invaluable. Your messages should be backed up with examples; human interest stories, numbers and research based evidence. You should have plenty of...
Is Zoom Fatigue Real?
The latest research on “Zoom Fatigue” from Stamford University in the US claims looking at yourself on screen is one of 4 reasons why people seem to get exhausted on Zoom calls and video conferences. The other 3 reasons, according to Professor...
Boris Johnson’s Bad Hair Day – Appearance counts for media and on ZOOM
How important is your Appearance when doing Television Interviews, or Presentations? Boris Johnson’s hair is getting column inches again – with the usual “Bad Hair Day Boris?” type headlines. This time it’s whether Carrie Symonds should have...
What we can learn from Zoom meetings that go wrong
The pandemic has gone on much longer than any of us anticipated and most of us, despite our initial qualms, are now comfortable with Zoom and Teams. However for some senior leaders online presentations, media interviews and webinars can still...
Could it finally be over ?
2020 has been a challenging year in more ways than anyone could have expected. As we approached the second lockdown, national moral was hitting an all time low. But finally, the end is in sight. You wait (what seems to be) ages for a vaccine...
Car Crash Interviews or Competent Leader?
Getting senior management “buy-in” for media training can be challenging. There is nothing quite like a pandemic to highlight the importance and power of the media. Understanding the modern media landscape and how to prepare effectively for...