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Good stories and anecdotes bring interviews to life and help spokespeople connect with the audience by humanising the content. But they don't always go right.

How can you create a press release that grabs attention? We look at a high-profile example and the lessons you can learn from it.

It was billed as a “world exclusive interview”. But having watched Piers Morgan’s interview with the beleaguered family of Captain Tom, you wonder whether it was a good idea.

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What media training and comms lessons can you learn from the curious tale of the runaway car? Find out in this blog.

What happens when spokespeople offer personal opinions in media interviews? Discover the risks in this article.

How can you newsjack successfully? And how can you reduce the risk of it backfiring? Find the answers in the article

What’s in your crisis communication plan? Most crisis plans include workplace accidents, data breaches, product recalls, supply chain issues, natural disasters and court cases. But is there something missing? Could your next crisis – and threat to your reputation – be fuelled by the organisation’s culture, behaviour of its leaders or its governance – just like BP?

Could your next crisis be fuelled by the organisation’s culture, behaviour of its leaders or its governance? Read this blog to find out what happened to one organisation.

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The infamous clips that remind us all about the importance of being careful around microphones.

How can you put your concerns behind you and become a better public speaker? Read the lessons from our presentation skills webinar.

Is it too risky for charities to be brave on social media? Find out what happened when one charity called out the Government and the lessons you can learn.

What crisis communication lessons can you learn from the school 'crumbling concrete' storm? Read our thoughts in this blog.

Media First's media interview preparation checklist guides you to deliver with authority and professionalism. Craft clear responses and handle crisis situations with ease.

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Unlock the secrets of becoming a media spokesperson with expert tips from Media First. Learn the skills, build relationships, and leverage media opportunities for success in any industry.

What can you learn about leadership communication from a memorable scene in a hit TV show? Read our blog to find the answer.

What happened when triathletes were were struck down with sickness and diarrhoea following an event in Sunderland? And how was the fallout handled?

How can you write an attention grabbing op-ed that brings a return on your investment in time and effort? Find the answers in this article.

What crisis communication lessons can you learn from a viral cake scandal and the way it was handled?

What happens when a spokesperson starts to ask a journalist questions? And what are the risks? Get our expert advice in this article.

Does your brand wants to use its profile to raise awareness of subjects it believes are important? Read this blog first.

Read this blog for the steps comms teams and public relations professionals can take to ensure spokespeople feel fully supported in media interviews.

What media training lessons can you learn from this interview that went badly wrong? Read this blog to find out.

How do you become an effective communicator? What does good communication look like in the workplace? Find the answers in this article.