Why Influencer Training is now a necessity … In today’s fast-moving communications landscape, the media and presentation skills courses we have delivered for more than 25 years are no longer enough on their own. For organisations across Scotland – from private and public sectors, and charities to public bodies – influencer training is increasingly becoming […]
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Every year brings a raft of new enquiries but one area we’ve seen a lot of interest in is podcast training. The similarities with ‘traditional’ media training are obvious, but many of the basics are different – i.e., look at the camera, not the journalist and so on. Effective preparation is increasingly important as podcasts
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It’s 2026 – and that means that Scottish Media Training is officially celebrating its 25th anniversary!! Afraid no big party, but we love what we do so we’re marking this milestone with an offer straight from the archives. To thank clients old and new, the first FIVE enquiries confirmed in 2026 will be charged at
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Happy 2026 from the team at Scottish Media Training, especially Devin, Kevin and Hannah. As the last mince pies disappear and the Christmas Cards head for recycling, the start of a new year naturally invites reflection, goal-setting, and fresh momentum, making it an ideal moment to invest in training. Media, presentation and increasingly ‘influencing/lobbying’ should
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‘In short, media training isn’t a luxury—it’s a strategic necessity!’ As our founding duo (Devin Scobie and Kevin Dorrian) near our 30th anniversary, we’ve been reflecting that the charity sector, above all, has been our most regular media and presentation/influencing. Just this past weekend, we were delighted to sponsor the table gift pens at the
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Now that we have two former MPs working with us at Scottish Media Training, I thought it would be a good opportunity to touch on that most ethereal of subjects -The Politicians’ Answer. Now, I’m not suggesting for one minute that our two erstwhile and former Westminster colleagues – Hannah Bardell and Martin Docherty-Hughes –
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After nearly three decades in the media/comms training world, Scottish Media Training’s Devin Scobie is struck by the changing landscape of coaching needs. Although our core business remains media training, this year has seen a huge spike in demand for bespoke presentation and influencing training. Our team includes some experienced influencers – including two former
INFLUENCING SKILLS NEED IMPROVING ….. NOW READ ON.. Read More »
(written by Martin Docherty-Hughes) Artificial intelligence can draft your speech, write your press release and book your train, but it can’t replace the power of showing up in person. A firm handshake, steady eye contact and the tone of someone saying “hello” matter more now than ever. I have spent years in politics and public
Edinburgh – Tuesday 1st July 2025: Two former MPs – Hannah Bardell and Martin Docherty-Hughes have joined Scottish Media Training as Associates to provide the ‘coalface’ expertise to witnesses requiring intensive training prior to a potentially business critical parliamentary committee appearance – at Holyrood and/or Westminster. Scottish Media Training was launched in 2011 by Public
Scottish Media Training offers specialist training in appearing before Holyrood and Westminster committees. Clients tell us that training before appearing in front of parliamentary committees is essential for ensuring clarity, confidence, and credibility. Parliamentary hearings can be intense, with rigorous questioning from often senior elected Members seeking precise and well-supported answers. Without preparation, witnesses may
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