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Managing Media Interview Requests & Building Journalist Relationships
Imagine this: you’ve just received an interview request from a journalist who wants to feature you or your organization in a story.
But there’s a catch-your calendar is packed.
Turning down this kind of opportunity can feel like a missed chance for valuable, free exposure.
The good news? You don’t have to miss out.
Here’s how you can still make that interview happen without reshuffling your entire day.
Here’s a list of tips you can forward to your team now:
✨ Reply ASAP
When a request comes in, quick acknowledgment goes a long way. A prompt response shows your interest and keeps the relationship strong, even if the timing isn’t perfect.
✨ Propose Options
Offer a few alternatives or suggest another time that works better for you. You’d be surprised-journalists are often flexible if they know you’re committed to the story.
✨ Suggest a Colleague
If rescheduling isn’t possible, consider offering another knowledgeable team member who can add value to the conversation. You still get the visibility, and they get their story.
Building media relationships is about showing reliability and keeping that door open for the future. Each conversation you make time for builds trust, credibility, and future opportunities. Even with a packed calendar, you can make those requests work to your advantage.
You can check out more tips on my new blog:
You got this!
ABOUT JANICEK PERFORMANCE GROUP
Janicek Performance Group helps leaders communicate more effectively when speaking with any audience. With media training services ranging from executive communication training and video production to public speaking coaching and the Have Your Voice Heard program, Janicek Performance Group offers something for everyone.
ABOUT KATHRYN JANICEK
Founder Kathryn Janicek is a three-time Emmy-winning media and public speaking trainer who helps leaders communicate more effectively to build trust with internal and external audiences and get the ROI from every media and public speaking opportunity.
Kathryn’s 20+ years of experience as a media executive and spokesperson means she brings expert perspective and guidance on shaping messaging and delivering with impact. Kathryn has trained and placed clients for GMA, CNN, CNBC, The Today Show, 60 Minutes, CBS Mornings, The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Forbes, Inc., The Chicago Tribune, and countless other media outlets.
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Handling Interview Requests
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Yes, you're busy! But that doesn't mean you should miss out on news opportunities.⁠ ⁠ What if a journalist reaches out with a great opportunity appointment request, and you already have something scheduled at that same time? ⁠ ⁠ There's a right and wrong way of handling interview scheduling conflicts. ⁠ ⁠ Instead of not responding or saying "I can't," there's a way to begin building a relations...
The Key To Stage Presence - How Authenticity Leads to Greater Leadership
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In a recent coaching session with 20 executives-all leaders in their industries-something stood out: many were still holding back. Despite their CVs and professional accolades, they weren’t speaking with their true voice. Instead, they were hiding parts of themselves-things they were told to suppress decades ago when they were young managers or starting out in their careers. And it didn’t make ...
Leverage Election Buzz: Boost Brand Visibility in the News
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As the presidential election draws closer, it's not just about who wins-it’s about the stories that will unfold in the days, weeks, and months to come. These stories will dominate the news cycle, presenting a massive opportunity for your organization to join the conversation. But here’s the key question: Will journalists be able to find you when they need an expert? The media is searching for v...
Meet Our Team: Stef Tovar, Executive Public Speaking & Performance Coach
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Meet Stef Tovar!⁠ Stef is an Executive Public Speaking & Performance Coach at Janicek Performance Group.⁠ Our clients love working with him.⁠ ⁠ Stef is an award-winning professional actor, author, and on-camera coach with over 25 years of experience in the industry.⁠ ⁠ Stef’s breakout on-screen role was Dr. Arrington in Steven Soderbergh’s Contagion. He’s worked with Matt Damon, Gwyneth Paltrow...
The Bar Test - How To Make Your Presentation Stand Out
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Do you have a presentation coming up? I have a secret for creating more impactful slide decks. It might sound odd, but I swear by it: the Bar Test. I learned this from my 25 years in TV. Your slides need to be clear enough that someone could understand them from across a noisy bar. No sound, no explanations-just instant clarity. Think about that the next time you're building your slide deck. As...
Mindset: The Stories You Tell Yourself & How They’re Stopping Success
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If you're a sales executive, I have a crucial tip for you! 🎤✨ I recently trained employees of a major corporation (watch my new video for a hint on who it is!) after two years of building that relationship. Yep, two years! The key? I refused to let self-doubt creep in. [embed video] I could have easily thought, “They found someone better” or “My price is too high.” But I didn’t. I stayed persis...
Media Interviews: The Trick to Getting Your Message Across with Impact
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Mistakes happen in an interview.⁠ Do you know how to quickly fix them?⁠ 🎤✨⁠ ⁠ A lot of people rush through their interviews, talking too fast or not being as clear as they’d like.⁠ ⁠ They're nervous.⁠ They just want it OVER.⁠ ⁠ The problem is:⁠ if you rush....⁠ ⁠ You won't make the impact you want to make.⁠ No one will understand you.⁠ You won't land your message.⁠ You won't connect with your a...
Mom Mission Impossible
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Can you relate to this?⁠ ⁠ A new parent here working with new school calendars...⁠ And if you're a parent balancing running a company - I see you. In the past few years, I just realized how much is on your plate. ⁠ As a business owner crisscrossing the country, sometimes several times a month, training Fortune 500 companies ...⁠ ⁠ It can be a struggle.⁠ ⁠ There were three days recently that I f...
Speaking at a Conference? Why You Need to Hire a Public Speaking Coach
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This conference season, it’s time for you and your organization to stand out! 🌟⁠ If you're a subject matter expert, spokesperson, CEO, CTO, or in sales, this is your time to make an impact.⁠ But here’s the thing… too many people spend all their energy perfecting their deck, fine-tuning what they will say...⁠ And they forget to work on: how they're going to deliver the message.⁠ Your performance...
How Professionals Should Leverage Personal Brands
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My husband broke his leg last week. In our search for a local orthopedic surgeon, it came down to who had the most credentials online. Who could I trust to fix him up? Just one local doc rose above the rest. Was he the best? He looked that way online, so we went with him. Someone who is definitely one of the best in her field reached out to us a few days ago, asking for help securing media inte...
The Secret to Attracting More Patients Online For Healthcare Professionals
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Here's one mistake we often find when we go online and look at people in medicine or healthcare in general.⁠ ⁠ We train presidents of medical associations and doctors all over the world.⁠ ⁠ We build their online brands so they can educate and help more people inside their hospital systems and private practices.⁠ ⁠ Our work helps them get more speaking engagements and they gain more attention.⁠ ...
We're Looking For You! Submit Your Pitch Today!
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⁠I train a lot of people each week. All of our coaches do.⁠ ⁠ Now, we're looking for YOU! How can we help you shine?⁠ ⁠ Are you getting ready to pitch your amazing idea? Or maybe you've been invited to share your expertise with a large audience on a national network. ⁠ ⁠ Whether it's public speaking, media training, or executive presence coaching, we're here to help. ⁠ ⁠ Send me your pitch vide...
How to Make Your Message More Relatable
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Have you ever wondered why your media interviews, presentations, speeches, investor pitches, or town halls aren’t resonating as well as you hoped? The answer might be simpler than you think. In a recent media training session, one of our clients repeatedly used the term "youths" in her sound bites. Instead of saying "young people" or "kids," she defaulted to a word that isn’t commonly used in e...
Your Story Completes Your Resume - #Shorts
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Is your Resume REALLY enough? 📄✨ If you think your credentials are enough to get you to your goal, think again. I recently spoke at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), where I led a media training workshop with over a dozen surgeons. These dedicated professionals, much like you, strive for excellence. That’s great, and it can be crippling when you need to ...
Bootleg From Public Speaking Client Training - Is Too Much Coffee Sabotaging Your Presentation?
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How to Set Up for a Professional Zoom Meeting or Presentation While Traveling
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Three Steps to Build Big Fans and Gain Loyal Customers When You Make a Mistake
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Steal Back Your Time: Creating Boundaries So You Can be More Present
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The Mistake You Could Be Making in Videos
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The Secret Weapon in Your House for Powerful Enunciation (It's Not What You Think!)
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Behind Every Great Speaker: Why Coaches Aren’t Just For Sports Teams
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Teleprompter Trap: Avoid Reading and Actually Connect with Audiences
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Slide Savvy: Avoid This Presentation Pitfall
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  • @SarahParks-e9y
    @SarahParks-e9y 21 день тому

    This makes presenting so much easier. If you know your content, this is all you need!!!

  • @hananharb2301
    @hananharb2301 Місяць тому

    Helpful. Thank you!

  • @mejustme71
    @mejustme71 2 місяці тому

    So this is abt you, mom. Big deal - we all do it. Don’t break your arm. Precious little girl.

  • @Yoga-Instructor-Shiva
    @Yoga-Instructor-Shiva 4 місяці тому

    Thank you for your tips

  • @JohnBorling-lv5kr
    @JohnBorling-lv5kr 5 місяців тому

    Kathryn is so right all the time on "killer communication" techniques. She can help make a big difference for you, your people, your passion.

  • @LVHmack
    @LVHmack 6 місяців тому

    I am a Continuous Improvement Specialist, I lead events weekly and have to report out on those events to groups of 200+ people in attendance. I am battling severe anxiety and nervousness while speaking. I practice the night before but in the moment I start the get so nervous that I begin to lose track of all thoughts. I am signed up for Impact training and hope it helps but desperate for any advice at this point!

  • @isocacss
    @isocacss 6 місяців тому

    Horton Hears A Who --- great tip and fun :)

  • @joycemarterlicensedtherapi7961
    @joycemarterlicensedtherapi7961 6 місяців тому

    My husband is working on his enunciation after realizing Siri and Alexa often interpret him incorrectly! That’s another good way to check if you are speaking clearly!

  • @professionalenglishlanguag7602
    @professionalenglishlanguag7602 7 місяців тому

    I got benifit from your video. I absolutely thank you 😊

    • @JanicekPerformanceGroup
      @JanicekPerformanceGroup 6 місяців тому

      I'm so glad to hear - you are very welcome! Are there other topics you would like to know more about?

    • @professionalenglishlanguag7602
      @professionalenglishlanguag7602 6 місяців тому

      @@JanicekPerformanceGroup Dear I am going to recommend topics that I am interested in and need them. I'm so thankful for your recommendation.

    • @JanicekPerformanceGroup
      @JanicekPerformanceGroup 6 місяців тому

      GREAT! I'm so happy to hear that.

    • @JanicekPerformanceGroup
      @JanicekPerformanceGroup 6 місяців тому

      @@professionalenglishlanguag7602 Definitely suggest a few topics and we can tackle them.

  • @JimManeri
    @JimManeri 7 місяців тому

    How can they possibly be winning business strategy?

  • @samaustin3579
    @samaustin3579 8 місяців тому

    I love this dude!! Your content deserves a service like S M Zeus!!!

  • @MG-hn4sb
    @MG-hn4sb 9 місяців тому

    Good video, thanks

  • @mashhoodali8240
    @mashhoodali8240 9 місяців тому

    Remember me I am the one who subscribed below 300

  • @michellehibbard3599
    @michellehibbard3599 9 місяців тому

    honesty communicates - loved your examples even for your toddler. thankyou...........

  • @SANTOSH_YADAV.
    @SANTOSH_YADAV. 9 місяців тому

    Please keep the volume of background music low.

  • @MoreCalmLessStress
    @MoreCalmLessStress 9 місяців тому

    "because they do care" >> we'd all like to think people want our ideas and work but you're right, Kathryn, how we show up and present ourselves matters.

    • @JanicekPerformanceGroup
      @JanicekPerformanceGroup 9 місяців тому

      Exactly! I'd love to not have to think about ALL these variables... but we do.

  • @Dietlin1
    @Dietlin1 10 місяців тому

    Good advice, Kathryn! Thanks...

  • @HopscotchInteractive
    @HopscotchInteractive 11 місяців тому

    Super pro Kathryn, I like that method too...tell them what you're going to tell them, tell them, and then tell them what you told them. Always a great way to build credibility!

    • @JanicekPerformanceGroup
      @JanicekPerformanceGroup 11 місяців тому

      Thank you! Great job on your channel!

    • @ravenclawsden2103
      @ravenclawsden2103 11 місяців тому

      ​@@JanicekPerformanceGrouptotally pro, so much I subscribed and shared it to my students through my listening practice playlist. Really clear and simple, interesting! Love from Argentina 🇦🇷

  • @erikgreer8678
    @erikgreer8678 Рік тому

    💦 promo sm

  • @ephndu
    @ephndu Рік тому

    How do I speak with you one on one? I need your assistance

  • @donthesheek
    @donthesheek Рік тому

    It's Meathead syndrome.

  • @Unchained_AdventuresX
    @Unchained_AdventuresX Рік тому

    I've decided to get into podcasting recently so I am doing many 10 minute recordings, off the cuff, to just practice my speaking and catch my flaws before I try to really put together episodes. I appreciate the video and subscribed! I notice in my case, likely because I'm speaking completely off the cuff, that there are certain fillers that are an issue more due to repetition. Too many times saying "See the thing is", "You know", "Look guys", "This is what I'm saying". I'm sure your response is, well duh, don't freestyle a deep thought podcast haha. I want to be very loose and natural sounding. Would you suggest scripting my shows, likely 15 minutes per episode is all, then reading it till it is mostly memorized and then having it out for reference to glance at? I do not want to be fully scripted but I also have a lot of issues I can tell with filler words and 2-3 second dead air gaps, which cause more fillers as you rush to begin a new thought. Does going unscripted with just a few bullet points become a skill one can master over time? Thanks for reading this, it is a long post, sorry lol!

  • @rohandesilva6053
    @rohandesilva6053 2 роки тому

    I'm annoyed at the new customer service filler words: "today," "at all," and maybe the problem is pleonasm as "next please," became "I'll help who's next in line please," and "thank you" became "have a nice rest of your day." But thanks for the advice, it will help me with the starting out sentences with, so. I'm in Wisconsin, pretty common here.

    • @JanicekPerformanceGroup
      @JanicekPerformanceGroup Рік тому

      Hi, Rohan. I noticed that in Minnesota too. I worked in the twin cities starting in 2003, and before that, I hadn't heard sentences starting with "so." It's hard not to absorb it when everyone around you speaks like that. I believe that we all have this subconscious need to belong - so we sometimes take on speaking habits and accents when we move somewhere new.

  • @walterrodriguez2051
    @walterrodriguez2051 2 роки тому

    Excellent video, thank you.

  • @martynagatkiewicz9059
    @martynagatkiewicz9059 2 роки тому

    I don’t think you need to spend so much time telling people who have an anxiety problem why their shaky voice is going to hold them back. They already realize this is not ideal and that’s why they’re looking at your video. You spend over two minutes speaking in very dramatic terms and it made me anxious just listening to you.

  • @newtalking3
    @newtalking3 2 роки тому

    Um even though i know the words in my head !?!?

    • @JanicekPerformanceGroup
      @JanicekPerformanceGroup 2 роки тому

      Hi! I don't understand your question. I want to be helpful. If you can clarify, I will answer. Thanks!

  • @marianrheinicke4875
    @marianrheinicke4875 2 роки тому

    Great video! Very useful. Uhm is my big crutch word, and these tips are so simple, I'm going to give it a go. I have also subscribed and I look forward to watching your channel grow.

    • @JanicekPerformanceGroup
      @JanicekPerformanceGroup 2 роки тому

      Awesome! Please let me know how it goes in the coming weeks and if you have any questions I can answer in one of my next podcasts.

  • @doreendsouza8862
    @doreendsouza8862 2 роки тому

    Liked the video ..I feel Like That mostly my voice shakes .Will try your ideas ...Thank you ..

  • @JCCowboysNetwork
    @JCCowboysNetwork 2 роки тому

    Keep up the good work! I see you! 🤞🏾💯

    • @JanicekPerformanceGroup
      @JanicekPerformanceGroup 2 роки тому

      Thank you! Keep sharing your knowledge and analysis!

    • @JCCowboysNetwork
      @JCCowboysNetwork 2 роки тому

      @@JanicekPerformanceGroup thank you! It's been a dynamic start for it to be my first 28 videos to say the least and I'll definitely will continue to support your channel. I learn a lot just by watching your videos for sure

  • @lynnoconnormd8462
    @lynnoconnormd8462 2 роки тому

    Thank you for the video !!!!

  • @joycemarterlicensedtherapi7961
    @joycemarterlicensedtherapi7961 2 роки тому

    Such valuable content!

  • @tommarshall772
    @tommarshall772 2 роки тому

    I love the personal stories in your productions! Nicely done!

  • @louis9137
    @louis9137 2 роки тому

    🎶 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘮𝘰𝘴𝘮

  • @ellane8441
    @ellane8441 2 роки тому

    Nice Work. Sharing on my Social Pages.

  • @JanicekPerformanceGroup
    @JanicekPerformanceGroup 2 роки тому

    Do you struggle with this? Please let me know here in the comments what filler word(s) you struggle with. Or is there something else you would like help with? Tell me, and I might do a podcast on it!

  • @aapp953
    @aapp953 3 роки тому

    Wow you guys are really cool for doing this im sure the family was touched

  • @achieving.excellence
    @achieving.excellence 3 роки тому

    Great tips - I found that the ones making the greatest impact are audio, lighting, the angle of the camera to one's face and looking into the lens when speaking. Brilliant explanation.

  • @GDKRichardson
    @GDKRichardson 3 роки тому

    Good tips. Great statues visual message!

  • @ibnramli9858
    @ibnramli9858 3 роки тому

    Thank you very much!

  • @syriesanica5988
    @syriesanica5988 3 роки тому

    Hi Kathrine, Thank you for the info, vey helpful. I want to mirro-flip powerpoint slides with this tool ua-cam.com/video/wknjNwuNLkY/v-deo.html for my iPad and immediate use in a teleprompter to lead me while speaking, would this option lead my speech to more natural and make my presentation conversational in front of the camera?

    • @JanicekPerformanceGroup
      @JanicekPerformanceGroup 3 роки тому

      Just include bullet points. Try not to script yourself out completely.

    • @syriesanica5988
      @syriesanica5988 3 роки тому

      @@JanicekPerformanceGroup Thank you for a quick responds, Yes I will use bullet points plan..did you ever experience working with powerpoint in a Teleprompter before, if yes , which tool you used to mirror-flip your slides and does it force you to read word for word? ,thanks in advance.

    • @JanicekPerformanceGroup
      @JanicekPerformanceGroup 3 роки тому

      @@syriesanica5988 Hi! It's best to have a confidence monitor with the slides so you can see the current and next slide. Smart to read the words on screen but to have very limited words on the slide. When the audience hears it said and reads it -- it enforces greater ability to remember the message. Use the bar test when it comes to writing the words on screen.

    • @syriesanica5988
      @syriesanica5988 3 роки тому

      @@JanicekPerformanceGroup Thank you for a go-ahead opportunity.

  • @samifaltas
    @samifaltas 3 роки тому

    Very good tips. Thanks. I do think your background is cluttered and distracting, which is what you advise against. Otherwise, you practise what you preach.

  • @jamesrideout123
    @jamesrideout123 3 роки тому

    WoW this was awesome.

  • @royalfolkspark
    @royalfolkspark 4 роки тому

    Do a video on split-screen, so the first party can view themselves (to make corrections) if needed.

  • @FullMoonHatch
    @FullMoonHatch 4 роки тому

    Thank you.

  • @Kaye_G
    @Kaye_G 4 роки тому

    Funny how you're giving tips for better video conference calls yet your video itself is a trash! What camera were you using here? I'm telling you don't use it again. Ever! All the qualifications you mentioned do not reflect/show on this video. Lol. You sound like a great scammer!

    • @samifaltas
      @samifaltas 3 роки тому

      Unfair and inaccurate in my opinion. While Katherine's webcam could be better, she does display good skills.

    • @JanicekPerformanceGroup
      @JanicekPerformanceGroup 3 роки тому

      @@samifaltas Thank you, Sami. I shot this really quickly when the pandemic first started to help more people. I was definitely not happy with the quality - but I wanted my message out there quickly. Got a logitech external web cam right away. Needed it immediately as all my clients moved to online.

  • @IamEddieLee
    @IamEddieLee 4 роки тому

    Her tips were on point, but the resolution on her camera could have been better

    • @eduardoamillan1686
      @eduardoamillan1686 4 роки тому

      I agree. Great guidelines. The background is a bit distracting, though.

    • @JanicekPerformanceGroup
      @JanicekPerformanceGroup 3 роки тому

      Thank you. You're right. I transitioned to a new camera as soon as I released this video. Tried to move quickly to help people - but it definitely wasn't perfect. Had the office professionally lit too by our director.

  • @thestevewood
    @thestevewood 4 роки тому

    Thank you very much for your video! There are so many things that I have never thought about! Keep up the good content :-)

  • @tjnnhljbjlb726
    @tjnnhljbjlb726 4 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing WFH tips. Can you share some ideas how men can dress, and look fresh and alert on Videos WFH please? Curious to find out what more we men can do to look our best without using makeup etc. Thanks Torbjorn “T-Bone”