Don’t Practice in Front of the Mirror!

Summary: When preparing for a media appearance, it’s better to practice in front of a camera instead of a mirror so you’re not fixated on how you look. This allows you to focus on your internal thoughts, feelings, and the message you want to convey to your audience. By practicing in front of a camera,…

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How Your Presence Inspires Clients to Love & Buy from You!

Summary: Presence is often underrated, especially for introverts who feel they have to be big to be seen. Your presence is the most important thing, and it inspires clients to love and buy from you. Making yourself a light will attract people and opportunities. Make of yourself a light In our culture, I think that…

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The 5 Media Appearance Mistakes Men Make

Summary; The 5 Media Appearance Mistakes Men Make are being too factual, being too defended, overly obvious about credentials, not smiling enough, and being too loud. Find out how to come across as engaging to the audience without being overbearing. Learn how varying your voice’s pacing, pausing, pitch, rhythm, tone, and volume, including lowering the…

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Should You Read from a Script OR Speak from The Heart?

Summary: When it comes to speaking, should you use a script or speak from the heart? The advantage of scripting is that it helps you stay on track and focused, while still allowing you to speak from your heart. However, being too tied to a script can limit your flexibility. On the other hand, speaking…

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Make Mistakes – Media Training Tips

Summary: Research shows that people actually like you more when you make mistakes because it makes you relatable. While it may feel embarrassing, these moments create excitement and spontaneity. Embracing imperfections allows others to connect with you on a human level, creating memorable experiences. Make Mistakes Hi everyone! Susan Harrow, media coach, marketing strategist, author…

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Be Yourself – Everyone Else is Already Taken!

Summary: People often believe they need to be like someone else in a media situation, but this is not true. Oscar Wilde said, “Be yourself, everyone else is already taken.” Embrace your unique knowledge, personality, and quirks. We want to see the authentic you. Be Yourself Hi everyone! Susan Harrow, media coach, marketing strategist. author…

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