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HOW TO NOT COMMENT
WITHOUT SAYING “NO COMMENT”
INTRODUCTION
Too often we have witnessed
the following exchanges play
out on our television…
INTRODUCTION
Reporter: What do you think happened?
Spokesperson: No comment.
Reporter: Who is at fault?
Spokesperson: No comment.
Reporter: What could have been done differently
to prevent this from happening?
Spokesperson: No comment.
Reporter: What size shoe do you wear?
Spokesperson: No comment.
INTRODUCTION
We’re not certain the last example has ever
occurred…but some spokespeople don’t want to
say anything about anything and their standard
escape is ‘no comment’. It’s a poor choice for a
response. Let’s dissect why and how to not
comment without saying ‘no comment’.
‘No Comment’
Meaning
‘No comment’ doesn’t mean:
• I don’t know
• I’m unable to provide that
information at this time
• We are looking into that
It means: ‘I don’t want to say’
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‘NO COMMENT’ MEANING
During a crisis - or anytime you must engage the
media - you do not want to give the
impression that you are withholding
information from the public. It’s irresponsible
and lacks transparency and accountability. It
erodes trust.
‘NO COMMENT’ MEANING
The worst outcome for your organization
during a crisis - or any event that elicits
media scrutiny - is dissolved trust. You must
demonstrate leadership anytime you engage the
media but particularly during a crisis.
The key is to provide a
comment without divulging
certain information.
You are still able to provide
understanding of the process
being followed or an
explanation of limitations
without appearing secretive.
We are continuing to collect information
and will provide additional insights as
soon as we are able.
There is an ongoing investigation and
additional details will be provided by
[appropriate entity] as soon as their
investigation allows.
We are unable to provide information
related to personnel issues.
We are aware that there are many
unknowns at this point and questions exist.
We will provide information [add platform where
information will be provided] as soon as it is
available.
Informing the public is our top priority during
this event and we will be sure to
communicate with our stakeholders and
community as soon as we have information
that may be shared.
CONCLUSION
The reality is that if you don’t comment, someone will.
Though you may not be able to provide the
details being sought, it doesn’t mean you can’t
say anything.
CONCLUSION
 Focus on the process you are following.
 Focus on your collaboration with responding agencies.
 Focus on the professionalism of your organization.
CONCLUSION
Generally, people can accept that there is information
which can’t be provided as long as they understand why.
Be sure that ‘no comment’ is not included in any
talking points or responses when engaging
media or stakeholders in any capacity.
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How to Not Comment Without Saying ‘No Comment’

  • 1. HOW TO NOT COMMENT WITHOUT SAYING “NO COMMENT”
  • 2. INTRODUCTION Too often we have witnessed the following exchanges play out on our television…
  • 3. INTRODUCTION Reporter: What do you think happened? Spokesperson: No comment. Reporter: Who is at fault? Spokesperson: No comment. Reporter: What could have been done differently to prevent this from happening? Spokesperson: No comment. Reporter: What size shoe do you wear? Spokesperson: No comment.
  • 4. INTRODUCTION We’re not certain the last example has ever occurred…but some spokespeople don’t want to say anything about anything and their standard escape is ‘no comment’. It’s a poor choice for a response. Let’s dissect why and how to not comment without saying ‘no comment’.
  • 5. ‘No Comment’ Meaning ‘No comment’ doesn’t mean: • I don’t know • I’m unable to provide that information at this time • We are looking into that It means: ‘I don’t want to say’
  • 6. TCWacademy.com Online Training Communication Guides Free Resources Over 5 Decades of Experience! Take Me There! For the Full Story visit TCWacademy.com
  • 7. ‘NO COMMENT’ MEANING During a crisis - or anytime you must engage the media - you do not want to give the impression that you are withholding information from the public. It’s irresponsible and lacks transparency and accountability. It erodes trust.
  • 8. ‘NO COMMENT’ MEANING The worst outcome for your organization during a crisis - or any event that elicits media scrutiny - is dissolved trust. You must demonstrate leadership anytime you engage the media but particularly during a crisis.
  • 9. The key is to provide a comment without divulging certain information. You are still able to provide understanding of the process being followed or an explanation of limitations without appearing secretive.
  • 10. We are continuing to collect information and will provide additional insights as soon as we are able.
  • 11. There is an ongoing investigation and additional details will be provided by [appropriate entity] as soon as their investigation allows.
  • 12. We are unable to provide information related to personnel issues.
  • 13. We are aware that there are many unknowns at this point and questions exist. We will provide information [add platform where information will be provided] as soon as it is available.
  • 14. Informing the public is our top priority during this event and we will be sure to communicate with our stakeholders and community as soon as we have information that may be shared.
  • 15. CONCLUSION The reality is that if you don’t comment, someone will. Though you may not be able to provide the details being sought, it doesn’t mean you can’t say anything.
  • 16. CONCLUSION  Focus on the process you are following.  Focus on your collaboration with responding agencies.  Focus on the professionalism of your organization.
  • 17. CONCLUSION Generally, people can accept that there is information which can’t be provided as long as they understand why. Be sure that ‘no comment’ is not included in any talking points or responses when engaging media or stakeholders in any capacity.
  • 18. TCWacademy.com Online Training Communication Guides Free Resources Over 5 Decades of Experience!