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Some of the news media coverage of Donald Trump has been shameful, but one thing is for sure - he is good for business.

A survey on where Albertans get their political news from had some interesting, but not totally surprising results. Maybe traditional media isn't dead?

In the last year I have written 50 blogs. Here is my Top 10, based on the number of readers each week.

I would be willing to bet more than 75% of companies are simply not ready to cope with a nasty pr problem that could lead to a social media meltdown.

Blogging can be fun, but it is also a lot of work. Here is what you need to know about writing a blog before you start one.

It has become clear one of the most important considerations of how big any news story will become is whether it has been caught on video.

If there's one quick tip to make you a better communicator, try listening more often. Becoming a better listener will make you a better communicator.

There's a positive side to the pr fiasco involving United Airlines. Other corporate executives can make changes to their operations to make sure the same thing never happens to them.

Bizarre allegations involving Edmonton Oilers owner Daryl Katz made most media outlets in Edmonton run for cover. Here's why.

If you want to go to the top of the Media Spokesperson Class, learn how to effectively use bridges when you do interviews. Here's how to do it.

After doing media training for close to a decade, I have put together my Top 5 tips for doing a great media interview.

If you want to improve your communication skills, start by changing the first words you speak. It can make a huge difference.

Finding a media trainer isn't always easy, but if you follow these steps you'll increase your chances of being successful.

The most important part of any recorded media interview are the sound bites that come out of it. Here is how to make sure the media picks up what you are laying down.

Being a great spokesperson in the media is not always easy, but these tips will help.

Shows like TSN's Sportcentre and Rogers' Sportsnet Central have become masters at stretching their programs to 60 minutes and here's how they do it.

Whether you are speaking to a reporter, or somebody at work, it is always best to know what you are going to say before you say it. You will be amazed how much better you say it.

The role of a spokesperson is not an easy one. There is pressure from above, the public and the media. I learned a technique that makes the life of a spokesperson a lot easier.

Most people have some big misconceptions about dealing with the news media. Grant Ainsley tries to set the record straight.

You may not realize it, but when you watch sports programming in Canada, which team wins and loses is not the most important thing to the networks.

Media Training Coach Cam is up and running and it will be a great way for me to connect online with future clients.

It is a real battle for the news media to fill newscasts and newspaper space over the holiday season, but it has made a nice living off year end reviews of all sorts.

As the year comes to a close, here are your favourite blogs of mine from 2016, counted down.

I have noticed Alberta politicians reading prepared statements a lot lately. They should be talking to reporters, not reading to them.