The ultimate guide to news media in Wales in 2026
The ultimate guide to the Welsh media in 2026, with tips for communicators on getting coverage.
Category: tips
Common media interview mistakes – and how to avoid them (CharityComms blog)
An update about my guest blogpost for CharityComms, a guide to doing media interviews for charity spokespeople.
‘Is my Welsh good enough?’ – 3 tips to help with your next media interview
Tips for building your confidence doing media interviews in the Welsh language.
It’s time to end the ‘UK=England’ mentality in charity communications
It was great to have the chance to write a blogpost for CharityComms recently, explaining how and why UK charities should ‘think devolved’ in their communications. My aim was to offer tips around the main themes that came out of conversations with charity communicators (thanks to all of you who shared your thoughts for the … Continue reading It’s time to end the ‘UK=England’ mentality in charity communications
Media training: six common TV interview mistakes every spokesperson should avoid
Six common TV interview mistakes I share in my media training sessions in Cardiff and around Wales.
‘How can I improve my charity’s comms?’ Start by asking a different question.
Many managers in the charity world worry that their comms ‘aren’t good enough’. Here’s how to start taking action.
How to nail a great TV news interview – by thinking like a reporter
One of the techniques I’ve used in media training is using my TV news experience to help learners ‘think like a reporter’. Here are some tips on making it work for you.
How to secure TV news coverage for your report or campaign
In a previous blog, I looked at why TV news coverage is still a vital tool for communicators and campaigners in 2021, related to the training I’ve developed for NUJ Training Wales. But how do you go about securing that precious airtime for your charity or non-profit organisation? While no approach is guaranteed to get … Continue reading How to secure TV news coverage for your report or campaign
Going solo – what I’ve learned from a year of freelancing
A year ago I left my charity communications job to go freelance. Here are some tips for anyone thinking of going solo.
How to make your first podcast: 10 things you need to know
Podcasts are a brilliant communication channel. We love them for their convenience, their ability to tap into our niche interests, and the fact that we can enjoy them without screen time. They’re a great way for charities and non-profit groups to share stories and make connections too – so how do you start? In the … Continue reading How to make your first podcast: 10 things you need to know