I was on Twitter today and read some great media tips from the American Farm Bureau Federation (@FarmBureau). Whether you are partaking in an interview with traditional media platforms (e.g., radio, newspaper, television) or social media platforms (e.g., Twitterview), it is good to keep the following media tips in mind:
Tip #1: “Determine your interview goal in advance.”
Tip #2: “Practice what you plan to say and how to say it.”
Tip #3: “Focus on and repeat your key messages.”
Tip #4: “Think and speak in headlines.”
Tip #5: “Keep your answers brief.”
Tip #6: “Say what you want to say, then stop.”
Tip #7: “Avoid industry jargon and acronyms.”
Tip #8: “Remember who your audience is.”
Tip #9: “Never go off the record.”
Tip #10: “Be respectful of reporters & meet their deadlines.”
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