Media Training for Finance Professionals
A 27-part course with TJ Walker
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TJ Walker is the founder of Media Training Worldwide and has been conducting media training workshops and seminars since 1984. Walker has trained Presidents of countries, Prime Ministers, Nobel Peace Prize winners, Super Bowl winners, U.S. Senators,... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 1 hr, 33 min
- Lessons 27
- Attachment 1
- Exercises 60
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62 CQ
27 Lessons in This Course
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2 minFREECareer Growth lesson 1Free2 CQ
As a financial services professional, it has never been easier to get into the media. But there is a catch: you need to be talking to the media regularly!
with TJ WalkerAs a financial services professional, it has never been easier to get into the media. But there is a catch: you need to be talking to the media regularly!
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4 minPublic Speaking lesson 23 CQ
What does it take to get into the media as a financial services professional? Learn why it is most important to simplify concepts for a wider audience.
with TJ WalkerWhat does it take to get into the media as a financial services professional? Learn why it is most important to simplify concepts for a wider audience.
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3 minPublic Speaking lesson 32 CQ
In this lesson for men and women, presentation coach TJ Walker shares important TV interview makeup tips that will help you look your best on camera.
with TJ WalkerIn this lesson for men and women, presentation coach TJ Walker shares important TV interview makeup tips that will help you look your best on camera.
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2 minPublic Speaking lesson 42 CQ
Come across with confidence and poise while speaking on camera by learning TV interview posture do's and don'ts for seated and standing interviews.
with TJ WalkerCome across with confidence and poise while speaking on camera by learning TV interview posture do's and don'ts for seated and standing interviews.
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5 minBody Language lesson 53 CQ
In this public speaking lesson, become a better presenter by learning how to make eye contact and adjust your speech according to your audience's body language.
with TJ WalkerIn this public speaking lesson, become a better presenter by learning how to make eye contact and adjust your speech according to your audience's body language.
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2 minBody Language lesson 62 CQ
In this public speaking lesson with TJ Walker, learn how to move your head to appear natural and confident while on TV or in front of a camera.
with TJ WalkerIn this public speaking lesson with TJ Walker, learn how to move your head to appear natural and confident while on TV or in front of a camera.
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4 minPublic Speaking lesson 73 CQ
Presentation coach TJ Walker discusses the importance of gesturing while on camera and gives expert tips for communicating well using movement.
with TJ WalkerPresentation coach TJ Walker discusses the importance of gesturing while on camera and gives expert tips for communicating well using movement.
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2 minPublic Speaking lesson 82 CQ
Facial expressions are an essential component of your unspoken communication while on camera. In this lesson, learn how to come across well while on TV.
with TJ WalkerFacial expressions are an essential component of your unspoken communication while on camera. In this lesson, learn how to come across well while on TV.
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2 minPublic Speaking lesson 92 CQ
Presentation coach TJ Walker shares tips for how to sit for video interviews in order to look confident, authoritative, and even thinner on TV.
with TJ WalkerPresentation coach TJ Walker shares tips for how to sit for video interviews in order to look confident, authoritative, and even thinner on TV.
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2 minPublic Speaking lesson 102 CQ
If you want to have a great TV interview and come across well on camera, you need to dress for success! Get expert clothing and accessory advice in this lesson.
with TJ WalkerIf you want to have a great TV interview and come across well on camera, you need to dress for success! Get expert clothing and accessory advice in this lesson.
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2 minBudgeting lesson 112 CQ
A media message is everything that you need to communicate on a subject in 3 points. Sounds simple, right? It is, but only if you plan your message in advance.
with TJ WalkerA media message is everything that you need to communicate on a subject in 3 points. Sounds simple, right? It is, but only if you plan your message in advance.
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5 minPersonal Growth lesson 123 CQ
Learn how to maintain positivity in your message by discussing real results and illustrate the problems you are tackling in each of your message points.
with TJ WalkerLearn how to maintain positivity in your message by discussing real results and illustrate the problems you are tackling in each of your message points.
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2 minCareer Growth lesson 132 CQ
Fine tune your media message! Since you are familiar with an issue before talking to a reporter, you should expect certain questions and prepare beforehand.
with TJ WalkerFine tune your media message! Since you are familiar with an issue before talking to a reporter, you should expect certain questions and prepare beforehand.
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3 minCareer Growth lesson 142 CQ
What makes a message resonate with an audience? Discover why a message that is interesting to you and the reporter may not be best for viewers or readers.
with TJ WalkerWhat makes a message resonate with an audience? Discover why a message that is interesting to you and the reporter may not be best for viewers or readers.
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3 minCareer Growth lesson 152 CQ
After writing down your proposed messages, you need to prioritize! In this lesson learn how to define your top three messages and critique them for relevance.
with TJ WalkerAfter writing down your proposed messages, you need to prioritize! In this lesson learn how to define your top three messages and critique them for relevance.
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3 minPersonal Growth lesson 162 CQ
Discover the best way to remain focused during an interview and how to get your message points out no matter the nature of the questions or interviews.
with TJ WalkerDiscover the best way to remain focused during an interview and how to get your message points out no matter the nature of the questions or interviews.
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3 minPersonal Growth lesson 172 CQ
Learn why it is okay to answer a question with "I don't know," when to use it, and how to avoid negativity in media interviews and appearances.
with TJ WalkerLearn why it is okay to answer a question with "I don't know," when to use it, and how to avoid negativity in media interviews and appearances.
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2 minCareer Growth lesson 182 CQ
During an interview, do you know how to redirect questions back to your key message points? Discover pro strategies that are effective and easy to implement.
with TJ WalkerDuring an interview, do you know how to redirect questions back to your key message points? Discover pro strategies that are effective and easy to implement.
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4 minCareer Growth lesson 193 CQ
Want to make sure your message gets into the final story? Learn how to build engaging messages that effectively repeat your three message points at every turn.
with TJ WalkerWant to make sure your message gets into the final story? Learn how to build engaging messages that effectively repeat your three message points at every turn.
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3 minCareer Growth lesson 202 CQ
Do negative interview questions make you want to tuck your tail and run? In this lesson, learn how to listen carefully and answer tough questions strategically.
with TJ WalkerDo negative interview questions make you want to tuck your tail and run? In this lesson, learn how to listen carefully and answer tough questions strategically.
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3 minCareer Growth lesson 212 CQ
In this lesson, learn how to control your responses to the media, along with how to avoid closing question pitfalls. Stay on message from start to finish!
with TJ WalkerIn this lesson, learn how to control your responses to the media, along with how to avoid closing question pitfalls. Stay on message from start to finish!
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3 minCareer Growth lesson 222 CQ
Did you know that what gets quoted is remarkably consistent around the world? Discover what this commonality is and how it determines what becomes a sound bite.
with TJ WalkerDid you know that what gets quoted is remarkably consistent around the world? Discover what this commonality is and how it determines what becomes a sound bite.
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3 minCareer Growth lesson 232 CQ
If you want your message heard, learn how to expertly craft sound bites that are irresistible to the media. It's easier than you think. Discover the secrets!
with TJ WalkerIf you want your message heard, learn how to expertly craft sound bites that are irresistible to the media. It's easier than you think. Discover the secrets!
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4 minPersonal Growth lesson 243 CQ
Learn the strengths and weaknesses of attacks, absolutes, rhetorical questions, and humor as interviewing tactics for memorable sound bites quoted by the media.
with TJ WalkerLearn the strengths and weaknesses of attacks, absolutes, rhetorical questions, and humor as interviewing tactics for memorable sound bites quoted by the media.
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4 minCareer Growth lesson 253 CQ
Looking for easy and effective sound bite tools? Take a look at a host of techniques you can use including analogies, pop culture references, and more.
with TJ WalkerLooking for easy and effective sound bite tools? Take a look at a host of techniques you can use including analogies, pop culture references, and more.
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4 minPersonal Growth lesson 263 CQ
Discover the possible outcomes of an interview with the media and why knowing and practicing your sound bites on camera will help get them noticed by reporters.
with TJ WalkerDiscover the possible outcomes of an interview with the media and why knowing and practicing your sound bites on camera will help get them noticed by reporters.
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2 minCareer Growth lesson 272 CQ
As this course comes to a close, review the importance of practicing interviews in advance on video, along with the necessity of asking for valuable feedback.
with TJ WalkerAs this course comes to a close, review the importance of practicing interviews in advance on video, along with the necessity of asking for valuable feedback.
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636 min6-part Marketing course22 CQ
In this course, develop essential podcast presentation skills from leading media trainer TJ Walker. Get expert advice on picking a topic, formatting a podcast, improving your speaking style, and more!
with TJ WalkerIn this course, develop essential podcast presentation skills from leading media trainer TJ Walker. Get expert advice on picking a topic, formatting a podcast, improving your speaking style, and more!
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533 min5-part Public Speaking course19 CQ
Have you ever lost your train of thought mid-speech? Or had PowerPoint technological issues? In this course, learn how to recover from public speaking mistakes and deliver with confidence.
with TJ WalkerHave you ever lost your train of thought mid-speech? Or had PowerPoint technological issues? In this course, learn how to recover from public speaking mistakes and deliver with confidence.
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726 min7-part Public Speaking course16 CQ
From giving great sound bites, to exemplifying proper radio interview etiquette, learn how to deliver a great radio interview in this advice-filled media course.
with TJ WalkerFrom giving great sound bites, to exemplifying proper radio interview etiquette, learn how to deliver a great radio interview in this advice-filled media course.
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1035 min10-part Communication course24 CQ
In this series of lessons, media presentation expert TJ Walker presents tips and guidelines for sounding professional on the phone, from using technology effectively to avoiding verbal tics.
with TJ WalkerIn this series of lessons, media presentation expert TJ Walker presents tips and guidelines for sounding professional on the phone, from using technology effectively to avoiding verbal tics.
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635 min6-part Sales course21 CQ
Giving a killer sales presentation is more than just reading facts off a Powerpoint. Learn how to give persuasive and meaningful business presentations with this course from media coach TJ Walker.
with TJ WalkerGiving a killer sales presentation is more than just reading facts off a Powerpoint. Learn how to give persuasive and meaningful business presentations with this course from media coach TJ Walker.
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734 min7-part Negotiating course21 CQ
Asking for a raise is intimidating, but TJ Walker's preparation strategy increases the odds of success! Follow the steps outlined in this course to prepare the strongest possible case for a raise.
with TJ WalkerAsking for a raise is intimidating, but TJ Walker's preparation strategy increases the odds of success! Follow the steps outlined in this course to prepare the strongest possible case for a raise.
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758 min7-part Management course32 CQ
In this business course, review seven effective engagement habits for managers to increase the level of team engagement and motivation, leading to sustainably high business performance.
with LeaderonomicsIn this business course, review seven effective engagement habits for managers to increase the level of team engagement and motivation, leading to sustainably high business performance.
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1084 min10-part Management course47 CQ
Want to breathe new life into your company? In this course, count down the top ten unresolved organizational issues in most businesses and organizations that affect their sustainable performance.
with LeaderonomicsWant to breathe new life into your company? In this course, count down the top ten unresolved organizational issues in most businesses and organizations that affect their sustainable performance.
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953 min9-part Marketing course32 CQ
In this introductory course on marketing, learn professional marketing concepts that will help you come across as knowledgeable and insightful as you seek your first marketing role.
with MeanThatIn this introductory course on marketing, learn professional marketing concepts that will help you come across as knowledgeable and insightful as you seek your first marketing role.
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13 minFREECareer Growth courseFree7 CQ
In this Conversation, Aaron Skonnard, co-founder and CEO of Pluralsight, explains how and why he started Pluralsight, and shares some of his secrets to success.
with Aaron SkonnardIn this Conversation, Aaron Skonnard, co-founder and CEO of Pluralsight, explains how and why he started Pluralsight, and shares some of his secrets to success.
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961 min9-part Public Relations course34 CQ
With proper crisis strategy and artful communication, executives in the oil and gas industry can reduce or prevent bad press from an oil spill or other disaster. Learn how in this course.
with TJ WalkerWith proper crisis strategy and artful communication, executives in the oil and gas industry can reduce or prevent bad press from an oil spill or other disaster. Learn how in this course.
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754 min7-part Public Relations course30 CQ
Whether a plane crashes, or a jet goes missing, this course for airline executives helps those responsible for interfacing with the media prepare a crisis communications plan and handle disasters.
with TJ WalkerWhether a plane crashes, or a jet goes missing, this course for airline executives helps those responsible for interfacing with the media prepare a crisis communications plan and handle disasters.
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965 min9-part Public Relations course37 CQ
In this course from media training expert TJ Walker, learn how you and your ideas can get picked up by mainstream media outlets by you producing consistent, online content with PR hooks.
with TJ WalkerIn this course from media training expert TJ Walker, learn how you and your ideas can get picked up by mainstream media outlets by you producing consistent, online content with PR hooks.
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1190 min11-part Public Relations course50 CQ
Winning a beauty pageant takes more than good looks—successful contestants learn how to engage with the media. This course covers the basic media skills you need to stay on message and project poise.
with TJ WalkerWinning a beauty pageant takes more than good looks—successful contestants learn how to engage with the media. This course covers the basic media skills you need to stay on message and project poise.
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2796 min27-part Career Growth course66 CQ
In this media training course for healthcare professionals, you'll learn how to look your best on camera, stay on message, create useful sound bites, and use tough questions to your advantage.
with TJ WalkerIn this media training course for healthcare professionals, you'll learn how to look your best on camera, stay on message, create useful sound bites, and use tough questions to your advantage.