Given the recent news about a relaxed dress code for Senators on the Senate floor, we at DMG thought it might be helpful to offer a counterpoint — why dressing for success matters. #1 — It helps YOU, by boosting your confidence. You can’t help but feel good about yourself and your abilities when you choose […]
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There are very few times when we recommend you respond to a reporter’s question with “no comment.” But it’s especially poor form when you’re the President of the United States and your citizens are experiencing a total loss of life and livelihood. Instead of “no comment,” here are a few compassionate ways to respond to […]
When we help clients prepare for a big speech, we often get asked whether it’s a good idea to start with a joke. The client wants to capture the audience’s attention, maybe put himself/herself at ease, appear likable from the start, etc. But we often encourage clients to let go of the joke. From our […]
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The motto “Keep It Simple, Stupid” is helpful to remember as you’re asked to break down complex issues to a broad audience. But as Vice President Kamala Harris frequently reminds us, you can be too simple and compromise your message. Or worse, insult your audience. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Here’s how […]
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Given the chaotic news cycle, placing an effective op-ed is more challenging than ever. DMG has three quick tips to improve the chances of getting your work published at your desired outlet. #1 — Before putting pen to paper, ask yourself: Is my voice credible on the topic? If you’re reading this newsletter, chances are […]
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Dress for the Job You Have
Given the recent news about a relaxed dress code for Senators on the Senate floor, we at DMG thought it might be helpful to offer a counterpoint — why dressing for success matters. #1 — It helps YOU, by boosting your confidence. You can’t help but feel good about yourself and your abilities when you choose […]
“No comment.”
There are very few times when we recommend you respond to a reporter’s question with “no comment.” But it’s especially poor form when you’re the President of the United States and your citizens are experiencing a total loss of life and livelihood. Instead of “no comment,” here are a few compassionate ways to respond to […]
Should I start with a joke?
When we help clients prepare for a big speech, we often get asked whether it’s a good idea to start with a joke. The client wants to capture the audience’s attention, maybe put himself/herself at ease, appear likable from the start, etc. But we often encourage clients to let go of the joke. From our […]
How to Not Be Like Kamala
The motto “Keep It Simple, Stupid” is helpful to remember as you’re asked to break down complex issues to a broad audience. But as Vice President Kamala Harris frequently reminds us, you can be too simple and compromise your message. Or worse, insult your audience. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Here’s how […]
Top 3 Tips for Placing Op-Eds
Given the chaotic news cycle, placing an effective op-ed is more challenging than ever. DMG has three quick tips to improve the chances of getting your work published at your desired outlet. #1 — Before putting pen to paper, ask yourself: Is my voice credible on the topic? If you’re reading this newsletter, chances are […]