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MOVE WITH HEART, Episode 74
In this fascinating episode of “Move with Heart”, Melissa sits down with Bill McGowan, Founder and CEO of Clarity Media Group, to explore the art of communication. Bill breaks down how the way we speak in everyday situations profoundly impacts those we interact with.
When going off message is the message
Reneé Rapp has been going off-script on the press circuit for “Mean Girls.” Maybe she lacks media training — and maybe that’s the point. Bill McGowan weighs in.
Overcome Your Fear of Public Speaking With Tips From Clarity
How can one overcome the common dread of public speaking and become a compelling communicator?
THE BIG SHIFT, Episode 15
What makes an excellent presentation? Is simplicity that important? Bill McGowan joins Jim Paymar on THE BIG SHIFT to discuss the key to successful business - Communication.
DIFFICULT ZOOM CONVERSATIONS FOR EXECUTIVES
Bill McGowan comments on viral criticism of leaked speeches that highlight how tough it is to light a fire under employees in the hybrid workplace
THREE TAKEAWAYS FROM THE BOOK, ‘PITCH PERFECT'
When you think of the interviews you have genuinely enjoyed listening to, what kinds of communicators come to mind? They probably captured your attention early on, got to the point, included interesting anecdotes or stories, and spoke with confidence.
10 questions with Karen Koh
Women in Media recently sat down with media specialist Karen Koh to discuss her current role, achievements and perfect day at work. She will be speaking at the 2022 Women in Media National Conference.
HOW THESE NORTH BAY BUSINESSES GOT TOUGH LESSONS IN BEING PREPARED FOR A PR CRISIS
Clarity’s Ken Fuhr joins “Lessons learned post-crisis” panel at the Impact Sonoma conference, July 2022.
The perfect optics on Inauguration Day
Youth poet laureate recites her stunning poem at Biden inauguration
Biden’s secret body language weapon
The fact that Tuesday night's debate in Cleveland was more of a crash than a clash will no doubt dominate the media coverage and people's memory of the event.
Nail that Skype Interview
Learn how to excel on a Skype Interview from lighting to warming the tone of any room.
What has happened to Trump's messaging mojo
Back in 2016, a Donald Trump rally speech was like a triple espresso for his adoring audiences.
NY Post Page Six - Stephen Colbert Roasts Bill McGowan
Did Stephen Colbert’s invitation to Clarity Media Group’s party get lost in the mail?
The Last Kardashian Episode of the Year Had One Incredible Scene
On last night’s mid-season finale of Keeping Up With the Kardashians, our A-plot was family media training (or the art of keeping your cool in interviews).
The Art Of The Celebrity Interview, According To The Kardashians' Coaches
The Kardashians-Jenners are pros, quite literally, when it comes to publicity. ..That's why it was so riveting to see them turn to some other pros for media training…
5 Public Speaking Secrets You Can Learn From Kim Kardashian’s Media Coach
Bill McGowan's book provides tips and tricks to anyone who wants to improve their public speaking skills. Maybe an A-List celebrity. Maybe you.
Hillary’s New Go-To Gesture: Hand to the Heart
When Hillary Clinton told her audience at a rally in Las Vegas on Thursday “Here’s what I believe,” she punctuated those words with not just a vocal flourish but a physical one. Up went her hand, placed over her heart.
6 Ways to Be a Better Speaker in 2016
The next time you have to speak in front of a group, give some thought ahead of time to “what success would look like,” says Bill McGowan.
A brush with confrontation
A Current Affair — Bill McGowan deals with a confrontational Nebraska state representative accused of embezzling.
Bill McGowan Works to Make Authors Pitch-Perfect
In the early 2000s, while working as a producer at ABC’s 20/20, Bill McGowan put together a branding video for a dot-com entrepreneur.