Hong Bao Media

12 March 2018 10:26

Nine pointers for women executives appearing in the media

Some practical pointers for women executives apprehensive about appearing in the media

Each week until April 30, 2018, we are shortlisting a local corporate figure who has demonstrated excellence in a media appearance, in the Hong Bao Media Savvy Awards 2018.

12 March 2018 08:21

How to win at interviews, even if English isn't your first language

APAC Realty's Jack Chua didn't let anything get in his way to demonstrate his expertise.

This is often the response when interview guests are asked questions which weren't sent to them beforehand. Source: iStockPhoto

8 March 2018 09:43

It's time to end the charade of pre-supplied questions

Spokespeople should throw away the crutches of pre-submitted questions, and everyone will benefit.

5 March 2018 16:45

Candice Ong: the whys and hows of strong new media interviews

Candice Ong communicates her points credibly, substantively and clearly, making her a worthy shortlisted candidate for the Hong Bao Media Savvy Awards 2018.

5 March 2018 16:44

Elim Chew displays a high Sensitivity Quotient in her TEDxNTU presentation

Elim Chew's TEDx talk on Sensitivity Quotient (SQ) was not just well-delivered, and a worthy shortlisted candidate for the Hong Bao Media Savvy Awards 2018. The SQ concept itself underscores the need for strive for better communication.

28 February 2018 08:54

Personal questions of business leaders in TV interviews: If you can't stand the heat, learn to cook

There were two controversies surrounding public figures being asked personal questions on camera this week, which provide hugely valuable lessons for senior business leaders. It is a natural consequence that audiences want to know more about the person behind the headlines. Handled right, this can add to your personal brand.

26 February 2018 08:15

Henry Chu: BreadTalk CEO on a roll in CNBC interview

BreadTalk Group CEO Henry Chu serves up strong responses to difficult questions on live TV

26 February 2018 08:15

Kurt Wee: you don't need to be big to be media savvy

Small & Medium Enterprises are by definition small, but ASME President Kurt Wee demonstrates in a TV interview that that shouldn't stop you from appearing competently in media interviews. As a role model for the 214,000 SMEs in Singapore, his post-budget interview is a very worthwhile shortlisted candidate for the Hong Bao Media Savvy Awards 2018.