2016 Presidential Debates: Talent Performance History in the Making
The debates between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump promise to draw a Super Bowl-sized audience. No doubt the candidates will get plenty of coaching to prepare for moments that could make or break a presidential campaign. Here’s a little free advice.
Read more...When News Breaks, They Respond
“Breaking News!” We hear it so often that the phrase can lose its meaning. While taking part in a training exercise with LA County Fire, I was reminded of what it means to those who must respond to bring order …
Read more...Attack of the Bobbleheads!
Terry comments on a recent RTNDA column about “bobbleheads” and “hand-wavers” on TV news, and explains how talent coaching can help.
Read more...Does More News Mean Better News?
If your station has expanded morning news on one or more stations, you need to read this post!
Read more...How to Hire Great On-Camera Talent
One of my network clients was in the process of launching new programming. “Can you give us some guidelines for selecting great hosts?” That’s a brilliant question, and one that a talent coach doesn’t hear very often. The usual procedure is …
Read more...TV Tuneup at APTRA in Palm Springs
Terry discussed talent performance in toasty Palm Springs at an APTRA seminar on TV storytelling. Where to click to find out about future seminars and networking opportunities.
Read more...Got a New Set? You Need Talent Coaching
You spent big bucks on a new set and suddenly your talent look… lost. Terry explains how coaching can help deal with the unintended consequences.
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