Interview Techniques

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Backing it Up
Rothstein, Al
Article
1999
If you say something in a media interview, make sure you can back it up.
Dressing for TV
Zwicker, Barrie
Article
1997
What to wear when you're going to be interviewed on TV.
Dressing for TV
Zwicker, Barrie
Article
Advice for what to wear when you are going to be interviewed on television.
Getting the Most from Interviews
Hilder, Yvonne
Article
1997
Tips from a pro for getting the most from media interviews.
Guidelines for successful interviews
Article
1998
Things to keep in mind when going into a media interview.
The Intangible Benefits of Media Training
LaVigne, Mark
Article
2002
One of the greatest frustrations of media relations specialists, and news media, is the slow response to interview or information requests. Many times I've noticed that executives don't understand the...
Interview conducting guide: Tips and advice on carrying out interviews with people for articles, publications, books, etc.
Article
2006
Interviews can be a useful tool to aid publishing and media efforts. Think of them as an opportunity to get information you don't already know. It is a particularly useful way of relieving the pressu...
Involve Your Audience During TV Interviews
Rothstein, Al
Article
2000
People who are watching the news are usually doing something else as well, like washing clothes, eating dinner or helping the kids with homework. It's up to you to get their attention.
Meeting the Media
Article
Dealing with the media can be a less than thrilling experience, but it's a necessary one.
Sources media training
Article
2009
Media training to ensure that you are ready to handle media interviews. Topics include Message making, Staying newsworthy, Safe spokesperson techniques, Preparation and relaxation techniques, Media et...

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The Sources HotLink is a newsletter, published by Sources, featuring articles, practical ideas and tips for getting positive media coverage. The Sources HotLink is sent free to companies...
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SOURCES SELECT Resources, published by Sources, features articles about and reviews of information resources, research techniques, and other issues of interest to journalists and researchers. SOURCES ...

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How to Interview
The Art of the Media Interview
McLaughlin, Paul
1986
A guide to good interviewing.
PR Awards
News Release
1997
Sources gives you powerful tools to help you stand out from the crowd
2009
An overview of how you can use SOURCES to amplify your message. SOURCES is a media service that connects journalists, editors, writers, producers and researchers with the sources they need for their ...

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The Sources HotLink
Website
1996
A website and newsletter dealing with media relations strategies.