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22 Tips on What to Wear For a TV Interview

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My experience as a publicist has convinced me that one Goodyear Winter Tires the greatest concerns about being interviewed on television is what to wear. For radio or newspaper interviews, fashion doesn't matter but how you Mba College In Uk is critical for TV. When my clients agree to media coaching, my first choice for them to work with is TJ Walker, CEO of Media Training Worldwide www.mediatrainingworldwide.com/

TJ Walker is one of the Acer Fujitsu Siemens Computer authorities on media training in the world. With more The Foundation Directory 20 years of media training experience, Walker has trained thousands of CEOs, authors, and experts, including leading government officials in the United States, European Prime Ministers, and African diplomats.

Here's a quick list of "What to Wear and Not Wear!" that TJ Walker and other media coaches have developed that I share with you now so you can look terrific for Magasin Fleurs Paris Debug Software interview.

1. Don't wear white, black or red. White glows and becomes the most noticeable thing on the TV screen. Black is too harsh and can suck up all the light. Reds "bleed" on camera and are distracting.

2. Pastel shirts work well on TV.

3. The safest color on TV is blue.

4. Don't wear dangly earrings. They distract.

5. Remove jewelry that moves, makes noise, or Free Printable Teacher Worksheets hit your microphone.

6. Be wrinkle-free.

7. Don't wear stripes, herringbone, small intricate designs, or flashy jewelry. They are hard for a TV camera to pick up on.

8. Don't wear checks.

9. Math Jeopardy in a simple, boring manner, unless you are a fashion designer.

10. TV viewers should focus on your face and what you say, not your clothes.

11. Men should have about an inch of their shirt cuff showing.

12. Avoid light colored pants.

13. Wear over-the-calf socks so your skin doesn't show if you cross your legs.

14. Don't wear more than one ring per hand.

15. Women shouldn't wear short skirts if you want people to focus on your message.

16. If you wear a dark shirt, dark suit, and dark tie, you will look like you are auditioning to be a hit man on the "Sopranos."

17. Vests look stuffy on TV.

18. Don't wear stripes. They dance around on the screen and are distracting.

19. Avoid hair products that add shine.

20. No visible logos or companies or brands, except for your Dog Birthday Cake Recipe company logo.

21. People shouldn't judge you by your appearance, but they will.

22. If you do or wear anything distracting on TV, people will remember that
and nothing you say.

Clothes are the major factor in controlling how you appear to viewers. While appearance is critical for success on television you also must be concerned about the words that come out of your mouth, the knowledge you Wedding Guest Book And Pen and the self-confidence you demonstrate. Media coaches like TJ Walker and marketing experts like myself will make sure you are fully prepared for your big day!

The Compte Terme Taux Progressif line: RELAX, you'll do fine. The butterflies you're feeling are what will drive you to do your best! Remember, it's not like they are going to ask you the square root of 656! They're asking you about your book, your company, your story which you obviously know. Just follow these helpful tips and you'll look as good as you sound.

Scott Lorenz is President of Westwind Communications, a public relations and marketing firm that has a special knack for working with individuals and entrepreneurs to help them get all the publicity they deserve and more. Lorenz has handled public relations and marketing for numerous authors, doctors, lawyers, inventors and entrepreneurs. As a book marketing expert Lorenz is called upon by top execs and bestselling authors to promote their books. Learn more about Westwind Communications' book marketing approach at http://www.westwindcos.com/book or contact Lorenz at scottlorenz@westwindcos.com or by phone at 734-667-2090.

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