Mrs. Bush and Mrs. McCain at the RNC

Cindy McCain and Laura Bush’s appearance at the Republic National Convention proved a couple of things. First, the Bush Administration learned something from Katrina about how to react in a national disaster crisis. Second, it was good public relations for the possible next occupants of the White House. But there are enough political pundits weighing [...]

Written on September 3, 2008 | Posted in Judy's Take, Media Training Tips, Politicians, Presentation Persuasion | Leave a comment

The Media Will Make Me A Star: Realities of Public Relations and Media Myths

You’ve just written your first book. Congratulations! Your family and friends love it. “It will be a bestseller,” they proclaim. Call Oprah. She will want first dibs on interviewing you. You start planning your rise to fame. What will you say to Oprah? And what will you wear? You envision your book signings, your autograph sessions and your new bank account! This is it! Maybe you’ve created an exciting over-the-top-seminar

Written on August 8, 2008 | Posted in Media Training Tips, Speaking Success Tips | 1 Comment