Thursday, 31 October 2013

How To Compare Media Consulting Companies

By Allyson Burke


The media is something that most businesses will have to deal with at some point. Even if you are an independent trader or a small company there is still the possibility you could get filmed by local television at an event or interviewed by a website. If you want to convey a positive message then it helps to choose the right media consulting company.

It is worth remembering that how perceive you will often extend to how people perceive your business. Therefore when someone has an interview with you are in effect telling people your brand message. The danger is that if people do not appreciate how you communicate then you can end up harming your company.

The media can apply to a lot of things. It does not matter if it is a multi million advertising campaign or a interview with the local paper. Ultimately it is about how you want people to see your brand. Most of the time you only get a limited amount of time to give your message so it can often be misquoted.

A good example of how a consultant could handle with this is with a role play. Learning the possible questions an interviewer can make it a lot easier when the time comes to do it for read. In this instance the consultant would play the part of the interviewer and show you what to expect.

In order to see this it is worth going on the website of the consultant themselves. This is usually a good indicator of the kind of target audience they are going for and how they can communicate their own message. Equally it gives you an idea of whether or not they are appropriate for you. If someone is going to teach you how to deal with the media they ought to be able to as well.

You should then look at the kind of services they emphasize. Some may focus more on broadcast technology such as television or radio. Others may focus more on interviews with the press. While they may claim to do a range of services the chances are there will be one aspect they have the most experience in.

Social media is also becoming a crucial part of promoting businesses regardless of whether they are large or small. Knowing how to handle it correctly takes time and it helps to talk with someone who can show you how it works. This is especially important if you are relatively new to it. The problem with social media is that a quick message can be misinterpreted and the damage can be done almost instantly. Even private messages can potentially be leaked so it is vital to have someone guide you and make sure that you post properly, promoting yourself without going over the top.

There are a number of media consulting firms that you can contact. It is worth talking with at least three as this will make it easier to decide who offers the appropriate service to suit the needs of you and your business. With a smart approach you will find the ideal consultant to help you get your message across.




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