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How to Avoid Using Jargon in Media Interviews and Communications
ByLisa Elia May 20, 2015August 19, 2026
There is a reason you may be seeing lots of articles about the overuse of jargon. It’s especially important to avoid using jargon in media interviews. What would you think or feel if you heard this statement from a company spokesperson? “We’re incentivizing our brand evangelists to virally spread our high-level content by gifting them…
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I'm Just a… And Other Undermining Language to Avoid
ByLisa Elia February 24, 2015August 19, 2026
Our word choices in interviews, speeches, presentations, and even casual conversations, say more about us than most people may realize. Many people undermine themselves without even knowing it. Have you ever heard the owner of a small business say, “We’re just a small…” or an entrepreneur say, “I’m just a…”? The words “just a” immediately…
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What Are We Saving It For? Committing to the Moment
ByLisa Elia July 26, 2014August 19, 2026
Sometimes we “save it.” I’m not talking about money. I’m talking about the way we sometimes hold back on giving our all or going all out, in our day-to-day interactions, rather than committing to the moment. But, what if this is it? Every moment could be our last. Not to be a downer, but that’s…
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Authenticity and Your Message
ByLisa Elia June 20, 2014August 19, 2026
When I see women posting videos and announcing that they’re not wearing any make-up because they want to be authentic, I feel that is inauthentic. The presence or absence of cosmetics is not what determines the authenticity of one’s message; the truthfulness and honesty of the message is what makes it authentic. Pretending you are…
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Body Language Do’s and Don’ts for Interviews and Meetings
ByLisa Elia June 10, 2014August 19, 2026
The immediate feedback that you can receive with live media training is the best way to gain awareness of your body language, but the following tips will get you started. Whether you’re meeting with a potential new client or a big decision maker who could change your life with a major deal, like an endorsement…
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How to Commit to Your Word and Yourself
ByLisa Elia May 29, 2014August 19, 2026
Much is said about committing to your word in business. It’s always been important and has become increasingly so in today’s transparent world. While most of us want to keep our word every day, we sometimes set ourselves up for failure by promising too much, too soon. When working with the media, your team, or…
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Acronyms and Abbreviations in Media Interviews and Speeches
ByLisa Elia October 18, 2013August 19, 2026
The use of acronyms and abbreviations seems to have increased significantly over the past decade, primarily due to the growth of texting and the shrinking of sentences to fit within Twitter’s character limits. The use of acronyms and abbreviations in media interviews or speeches can often create confusion, turn people off and, possibly, make you…
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How to Communicate with Maturity
ByLisa Elia September 5, 2013August 19, 2026
We hear so much about authenticity and transparency and accountability. All of these are felt by others through our communication. What it really comes down to is maturity. Communicating with maturity is very simple. Here are some tips on how to communicate with maturity: It includes taking responsibility for one’s actions and for the promises…
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Humor, Hubris, and Hiccups – Thoughts on Wording
ByLisa Elia February 15, 2013August 19, 2026
In an age where photos and graphics are used to tell stories, it’s interesting how words, and wording, are no less important than they were in the past. Consider how a quote can make its way around the Internet, crossing time zones and continents. Make it funny and people can’t wait to share it. Your…
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Message Delivery Lessons Inspired by Martin Luther King, Jr.
ByLisa Elia January 21, 2013August 19, 2026
Tips on How to Deliver a Powerful Message from a Media Trainer Martin Luther King, Jr. changed the course of history, not only in the U.S., but around the world. His words of inspiration and powerful speeches are still shared on a daily basis, quite often by people who were not even around when he…
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