Monthly Archives: July 2021

What Does Your Audience See in You?

July 27, 2021 · by · in Communications research, News from Ed, Nonverbal communications

I‘ve devoted time these many months of pandemic-forced isolation reviewing and updating previous research reports and position papers. Next in line is a brush up of “How Important Are Nonverbal Signals?” (see below for details on how you can get your copy of the new edition). One obvious update need — and a question I […]

Bad Public Speaking Instruction

July 20, 2021 · by · in Preparation, Public speaking

I came across an old 2004 article from the Toronto Star that I flagged some time ago. The lesson remains pertinent for all of us who speak in public. See if you agree, and share your thoughts in the “Leave a Reply” box below. When working with my clients, my aim is not to put […]

The Ed-itorial Lineup

July 13, 2021 · by · in Communications strategy, Ed-itorials, News from Ed

New today: Another in the Ed-itorial series, this one titled “Off the Record Is for Real.” Too many times, I’ve heard supposed experts in media relations express the belief that there is no such thing as off the record. If only they knew. Off the record is a useful tactic when used by communicators who […]

Happy Birthday, Reporters Don’t Hate You

July 7, 2021 · by · in Ed's books, Media training, News from Ed

Exactly one year ago today, I published my third book, Reporters Don’t Hate You: 100+ Amazing Media Relations Strategies. While time has tempered the exhilaration, I still find its existence rewarding. And I’m pleased to see that communications leaders still find it beneficial in sharpening their companies’ media outreach plans. Taking a look back, here […]