Journalists are often very busy and have little (or no) time, so being concise and informative is a positive for them. This article aims to provide you with a clear guide on how to respond to a media query.
Before we go any further, it is important to remember that Singapore journalists and in fact any journalist, is a person like you and me. Don’t feel intimidated and do not feel that they owe you anything because you are a potential advertiser. Treat them with respect and they will treat you with respect as well.
Always remember that Singapore journalists are always on the lookout for interesting stories, so if you’ve got an interesting company or story to tell, they might reach out to you.
Here’s how you can make sure you handle the situation well and build a good relationship with the journalist.
There you have it, a short and simple guide on how to respond to a media query. If you’re looking at what makes a story newsworthy, read our earlier post here.
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This article was edited on 2 June 2020
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Great article! yes we should definitely treat all journalist with respect!