The results are from our recent poll: “Have you ever had to proactively correct a statement during a media interview?”
The top response was “Yes, it went well,” showing that many have successfully navigated this challenge. However, some respondents shared that it caused some damage, while others have yet to experience this situation.
To support those who may need guidance, we’d love to share tips on how to effectively correct a statement during an interview while maintaining credibility and control.
If you realise you’ve misspoken or need to correct a statement during a media interview, address it immediately with confidence.
You can say:
“To my previous point, just to clarify what I wanted to say was…” or “Let me correct that to ensure accuracy…”
This approach keeps you in control, reinforces transparency, and helps maintain credibility with both the reporter and the audience.
Congratulations to those who handled it with confidence! Stay tuned for expert insights on managing media interviews with ease.
