My first Gutsy interview
For the past week, I’ve been preparing for my first TV interview on the “Write Now” show.
It’s not for ABC, NBC, CBS, or CNN; it’s for local Public Access channels in seven cities.
I was asked to talk about blogging and my book, which I always seem to enjoy promoting without having a copy to show, give away, or sell to my audience. Hopefully that will change one day soon.
Surrounded by two men and a nice lady at the round table above, my first question was, “Why did your family move to Belize? For the next five minutes, which seemed more like one, I was asked about our adventures in Belize and whether we succeeded in accomplishing our goals. We then switched to blogging and “How do you grow your audience?” I had to think quickly about all the notes, books and blog posts I’ve read over the last three years on:
Darren Rowse, Problogger.net,
Brian Clark, Copyblogger.com
Annabel Candy, SuccessfulBlogging,and so many other blogs.I’m fortunate to enjoy marketing and promotion, so it seemed natural to speak about the importance of branding yourself, and how new writers need to focus on growing their platform, three years before publication.Prior to the show, I studied women on TV. What do they wear?
Annabel Candy, SuccessfulBlogging,and so many other blogs.I’m fortunate to enjoy marketing and promotion, so it seemed natural to speak about the importance of branding yourself, and how new writers need to focus on growing their platform, three years before publication.Prior to the show, I studied women on TV. What do they wear?
- Solid colors or prints?
- Bright or subdued?
- Long-sleeves or short?
- Jewelry or not?
After a week of paying attention, I came up with:Solid colors, bright is in, short sleeves are in, necklaces are out, big earrings are in. Even Oprah, follows this color scheme, except she wears sleeves.I have learned many helpful tips from publicity expert, Marsha Friedman’s book, Celebritize Yourself. She has a chapter on, “How to be a great radio or TV guest (and be quoted in the news!)” I also read about the importance of “authenticity” in Women Seen and Heard by Lois Phillips and Anita Perez Ferguson.
I hope to be able to show you the interview on my blog, once the editing is done, and if I get permission.
Have you been interviewed on radio or TV? If so, what was your experience like?
Wow! Good luck with the appearance. Nope, never been interviewed for radio or TV. But I'm sure it's nerve-wracking!
@Jessica
Actually, I found it exciting, however, this was not for a national show. That would be different, I'm sure, unless you know your stuff and are feel confident. Something that comes with training and practice, as with anything else in life.
You look fabulous so you don't have to worry about that.
I'm sure you did a great job. Looking forward to seeing it.
Congratulations! I was one of the March guests. FYI you were (will be) offered a copy of the entire show. I had a friend separate out my section and put it in Windows Media format so it can be loaded on YouTube and on my webpage. If this is of interest to you, contact me. If you have frgotten my contact info it is all on my website http://www.deefitzgerald.com .
Get your book published! BTW I got my first royalty check from Amazon yesterday.
@Barbara
Have you been on radio or TV for your previous career as a model?
@Doctor Eclectic
Thanks for the information. I'd like to see your interview. Is it on your website? I am coming over now to visit. Congratulations on your first royalty check.
Congratulations! Can't wait to see your interview.
When I was interviewing people on radio (something I did for a lot of years) I tried to make them feel comfortable, and gave them opportunities to tell their stories.
It was pretty easy for me, and most of them did pretty well.
Wonderful, Sonia! You are perfect for TV–look great!
I'd love to see the interview.
This is fantastic publicity!! Now if you can get a spot on Oprah, you won't know what to do with all money your book nets. Congratulations.
@Ladyfi
Hope to upload it.
@Rob-bear
How do you like your new place? I came over to visit and no news yet. I wish you could interview me since you have all this experience on the radio.
@GulfGal
Not sure about "perfect for TV" but perhaps I can get more practice.
@Robert the Skeptic
I am listening to Oprah's story written by Kitty Kelley. Some interesting stuff about how the manner in which she holds the book affects the outcome of its sales.
I am living vicariously through you!! 🙂 What a great adventure!!
@Kelli
Thanks for that. You also have exciting trips all the time. Would love to come along.