VIDEO: Could Calling The Media Backfire?

Keith Yaskin of The Flip Side Communications LLC in Scottsdale, AZ explains why businesses should not assume a friendly reporter will ask softball questions.

Social Media Attorney On Fired Alabama TV Reporter

The Flip Side interviews social media attorney Ruth Carter about the Alabama TV reporter who says she was fired for writing a blog.

Will Steak And Candy Ensure The Media Quote You?

You do not want to sound necessarily like a politician or create the same environment of cynicism. But politicians remind us that journalists almost always prefer a witty soundbite that [...]

Crisis Communications Tips For Booz Allen

Our 11 recommendations for crisis communications

We Applaud Internet Companies’ Statements, But …

Media and public relations is often a long-term strategy. Starting off well does not promise a happy ending. e approach, this is only the first step in media and public relations.

Media Training In British Columbia: 14 Questions For Businesses Before Bracing For Breaking News

One of the first issues I discussed with the audience was bracing for breaking news. I explained how I once covered an accidental shooting at a gun show. That story raises the following questions [...]

Media Training In British Columbia: You Got Served

The whole trip happened very fast and Erandi was part of the blur.

Media Training: Man In Black

At a Scottsdale resort, we conduct media training with an national organization.

Media Training: The Big Bag Theory

When appearing on camera, clear your background of distractions.

Media Training: How To Lose A Reporter In 10 Minutes

Explain yourself in such complicated terms that reporters feel like they're trying to unravel Watergate.