Guarding Security Amid Political Media Sensationalism
When security information is disclosed carelessly or for political advantage and sensationalism, it can weaken public trust and pose safety risks to our governments, residents and employees.
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Guarding Security Amid Political Media Sensationalism
Navigating the delicate balance between ensuring security and upholding transparency in government is crucial for fostering public confidence and safeguarding the principals of democracy. Here’s why.
Give and Receive Feedback Like a Writer to Win
Constructive feedback at key points in any work project is critical to success. For the best results, be open to expert voices and mimic the methods used in the storytelling world.
Controlling a Media Interview
Preparation is key for making sure that everything you say is fair game for the news reporter to include in their broadcast or article.
Use ‘Sound Bites’ and ‘Bridging’ in Media Interviews
By using these media techniques, a good spokesperson will know how to answer a difficult reporter question with a prepared, key message.
How You Can Best Communicate and Connect with the Public
Those working in the public sector may at some point find themselves having to deal with public scrutiny. Take a long-term, proactive relationship-building approach, rather than waiting until issues explode and you are caught fighting fires.
5 Things Reporters Want You to Know
Over the course of your career in government, you may well field news media requests. For some, that’s not a pleasant task. Here’s what you need to know to ensure your news interview is a great opportunity rather than a career crimper.
Would Lincoln Tweet?
It is worth noting that none of us were forced into reducing our myriad thoughts, emotions and complexities of the human experience into 140 characters. We hopped on this bandwagon voluntarily.
7 Ways Government Can Tell Better (Tech) Stories
Maybe you don’t know where to start, or what to share. Maybe you don’t have a robust communications department. Whatever the reason, I’ve compiled these quick tips to help you tell better stories. I focus on tech, but these tips apply to all of government.
IT’S TIME TO ABOLISH THE EXCLAMATION POINT!!!
It is the most wildly over-used mark of punctuation in the English language and is dragging all of us down with its haphazard excitement and indiscriminate emphasis!