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The media landscape is now a hybrid of TV, radio, online platforms and social media. A single tweet can become a headline. If you are a well-known company, then there is no doubt that you will need to deal with the media. Media training is not for the media; it’s for you or any of your company’s spokespeople who communicate with the media. In this workshop you will understand how journalists operate. The journalist is not your enemy!

A media interview is a critical opportunity to land your key message with external audiences and in the workplace. It’s important to turn media interactions into opportunities. It’s essential to train spokespeople to speak with confidence and authority whilst preparing for TV and radio interviews and press conferences. Only then can you land your desired messages with clarity and skill.

Learning Outcomes:
• Tweaking your vocal toolbox to immediately improve pitch, tone and delivery to land your point. Use your voice as an instrument!
• Building good listening habits when being interviewed and increasing your emotional intelligence.
• Handling tricky questions.
• Manage pressure and nerves effectively before being on camera or in front of a microphone.
• What to ask beforehand.
• The use of sound bites and how impactful these can be to relay that all important messages.

Target audience:
The learning from this session is appropriate to anyone who deals with the media or who would like to utilise “media hacks” in the workplace to elevate their communication.
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DISCLAIMER
Speakers' presentations at this event are intended for educational purposes only and do not replace independent professional judgment. Statements of fact and opinions expressed during this event are those of the speakers and participants and, unless expressly stated to the contrary, are not the opinion or position of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce, its members, or its committees. The Chamber does not endorse or approve, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, accuracy or completeness of the information presented. Attendees should note that, with the approval of speakers, this event may be recorded, and possibly published on the Chamber's website in audio and/or video formats without further notice.

Recording, duplication or distribution of the contents of the online event is prohibited without prior written permission from the Chamber.

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Speaker(s)

Rebekah James, Executive Consultant, Connect Communication

Rebekah James is a Hong Kong based ICF Transformative Coach and Freelance Broadcaster. As an ex-BBC Radio and Television Presenter, Beks has married both her passions to become a presentation and confidence coach specialising in media training. She is passionate about instilling solid self-confidence in people who are fearful about presenting, speaking in public or exposing themselves to new social circumstances. Beks’ areas of expertise also include amplifying your voice, microphone training and engaging fully with the camera and your audience. She will be broadcasting for BBC Wales in August 2025 and coaching one of this year’s TEDxTinHau women speakers. Beks also has a passion for running marathons – New York, London, Berlin, Boston, Hong Kong and Tokyo in are done. She will complete the Abbott Worls Majors in Chicago this October.

Language

English

Date and Time

2025/09/04 09:30 to 11:30

Venue

Chamber Theatre, 22/F United Centre

Media

Closed to media

Enquiries

Sam So
Tel: 28231213
Email: sso@chamber.org.hk

Fee

Members @ HK$700 / Non-Members @ HK$900
+$50 for booking offline
Members enjoy 30% discount with BOC HKGCC VISA Card

Notes

- Bookings are only confirmed upon receipt of payment, on a first come first served basis.
- Booking transfer is allowed for corporate members with advanced notice, walk-ins are normally not accepted.
- The Chamber reserves the right to decline any booking or cancel the event. In such case, a full refund of the participation fee will be issued.
- No refund will be made for last minute cancellations or no-shows. If the booking is cancelled at least 7 days before the event, and in such cases the refund will be subjected to a 10% administration fee, or HK$100 deduction, whichever is higher.
- Members paying with their BOC HKGCC Visa Card will enjoy a 30% discount on their reservation. The discount is only applicable to the card holder, and does not extend to their guests. The discount cannot be used in conjunction with Chamber Coupons.
- A $50 handling fee per person will be charged for all offline bookings (e.g. fax, e-mail, post) for all Chamber events. Go online today by downloading our app or registering on the HKGCC website to save the environment and money.
- Priority is given to corporate members. The decision to accept or decline any booking shall be at sole discretion of the Chamber.
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