Category: Media Skills
Steve Jobs – 5 Lessons He Taught Us From the Stage
Steve Jobs – 5 Lessons He Taught Us From the Stage The Web is alive with Steve Job tributes this week after his announcement to step down from his role as CEO. This tribute is dedicated to remembering the lessons Mr. Jobs taught us from the stage. The ultimate showman, Steve Jobs reminded us that [...]
Dear Oscar Winners: Can We Be More Prepared Next Time?
There is quite a lot I could say about the Oscars last night, but I’ll spare you my commentary except to say that the bright spots were the Leena Horne quote (“It’s not the load that breaks you, it’s the way you carry it.”) and Jude Law + Robert Downey Jr as co-presenters. Enough said. [...]
Jobs Playing Defense
From watching Gizmodo’s live blogging coverage from today’s event at Apple’s HQs, it seems that things went a little sideways. No, there were no technical glitches, or streakers across the stage, but somehow, the usually invincible presenter Steve Jobs struck a sour note with many of the folks in the room. From the get-go, things [...]
From Cardboard to Flesh and Blood: the New Art of Spokesperson Prep
Last week I had the pleasure of interviewing Chris O’Brien, business and technology columnist for the San Jose Mercury News. Initially, I wanted to discuss the art of “listening” during an interview – not the reporter’s ability to listen, but rather the spokesperson’s ability to listen. Chris and I had a great discussion, but I [...]
For over 15 years, Bronwyn Saglimbeni has worked with clients to improve their public speaking and media relations skills, challenging them to bring out more of themselves in their communications. Bronwyn is known for her playful, irreverent approach to coaching, combined with her knack for delivering "tough love" in a way that allows executives to achieve true breakthroughs.