There are a lot of voice coaches out there who will eagerly take your money to give you hours of training on how to speak and use your voice. The good news is that’s not necessary for most people – and in fact, learning how to use your voice effectively is much easier than you may think.

As long as you speak clearly and conversationally while doing your best to minimize any mannerisms that could distract the listener or viewer, you’ll likely do fine.

This edition of MediaSmart offers several tips on how to remain conversational while also effectively conveying your message when you’re being interviewed on radio or TV. We also address how to navigate issues such as colds and allergies, speech impediments and thick accents.

Click the ‘Play’ button to hear more in this episode of MediaSmart!