How to Handle Q&A Sessions like a Pro
You’ve probably seen it more than once, a speaker getting bogged-down or careening hopelessly off-track during a Question and Answer or... Read More
Why you might not get to be a TEDx Speaker
Magaret Watts Romney, experienced TEDx coach and organizing committee member for several TEDx events, shares some critical insights on what might... Read More
Do you use dishonest gestures?
Posted on06 Jun 2019
Tagsauthenticity, Body Language, communication, gestures, nonverbal cues, Public speaking, speaking, speaking style
Comments0
If you want to be more charismatic as a speaker, use more authentic gestures. But be careful! Inauthentic, emphatic gestures can make... Read More
Have a strong accent? Start your next talk this way
Have a strong accent? Here’s a quick tip that will help your audience very quickly get used to your accent and enjoy... Read More
Getting Back to the Basics
Source: Walkerstone
Houston’s Mayor Sylvester Turner on Connecting with an Audience
A couple of months ago, I sat down with Mayor Sylvester Turner and asked how he is able to connect so well... Read More
3 Keys to Practicing a Talk
Betty has a big talk coming up this week and asked, “What is the best way to practice?” These three quick tips... Read More
Understanding and Overcoming Anxiety
Posted on18 Apr 2016
Comments0
Fear gives us a physiological advantage when we need it most, but it can easily spiral out of control, sabotaging our best efforts. Get... Read More
How to demonstrate value in less than 2 minutes
Use client success stories to demonstrate high value, overcome common objections, and build rapport at business meetings and presentations.
Four Habits that Kill Public Speaking Anxiety
Posted on04 Jun 2015
Tagsanxiety, Body Language, breathing, confidence, poise, presenting, Public speaking, self-talk, speaking, stage fright
Comments0
By Ryan Foley The first time I had to speak in front of an audience of more than 2,000 people couldn’t have... Read More