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Surviving the Hot Seat: How to Media Train Your Executive Team

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48 minutes May 21, 2025

In today's high-speed media environment, strong communication skills can protect and elevate your organization’s reputation. This hot seat workshop combines expert media training with team-building exercises focused on personal coaching, equipping you with the methods to train and teach others how to handle media interactions confidently and cohesively. Through hands-on activities and real-world scenarios, you'll learn to coach your execs and spokespersons to deliver clear,…

In today's high-speed media environment, strong communication skills can protect and elevate your organization’s reputation. This hot seat workshop combines expert media training with team-building exercises focused on personal coaching, equipping you with the methods to train and teach others how to handle media interactions confidently and cohesively. Through hands-on activities and real-world scenarios, you'll learn to coach your execs and spokespersons to deliver clear, consistent messages.

  • Interactive role-play: Discuss challenges to executive training with peers and learn tips to respond effectively under pressure.
  • Bridging strategies: Discover methods to steer conversations back to your key messages, even when faced with challenging questions.
  • Non-verbal communication: Understand the impact of body language and vocal tone in media interactions to enhance your overall presence.
  • Hands-on feedback loops: Best practices for debriefing trainees – pinpointing strengths, addressing missteps, and setting clear goals for continuous improvement.
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