Five new fearless presenters from Denver, CO have something new to be thankful for. Against the backdrop of white-capped mountains and the early snowfall that blanketed Denver in November, they embarked on a journey to conquer their public speaking fear. As the snowflakes danced outside, the class unfolded within the cozy confines of the venue….
In the enigmatic shadows of Washington, D.C., ten souls convened for the Fearless Presentations® class. This haunted group was bold, though. The moon cast an eerie glow upon the historic city (the night before.) But during the 2-days, a tale unfolded, one that Edgar Allan Poe might have spun from his quill. Under the gaze…
Body language in public speaking is the nonverbal cues that your movements make during communication. Presenters often focus on what they are going to say and their visual aids. However, we often overlook an important part of the speech — body language. Non-verbal communication makes a lasting impression and makes a marked difference in your communication skills. And when it comes to public speaking, if you…
How much can you recall of the last speech you listened to? None? A few snippets? Not even an inspiring quote? Don’t you want to be able to design and deliver a memorable speech and have your audience want more? Several studies report the audience’s retention of a speech or lecture ranges from a measly…
As we approach the 100th podcast episode, I’m amazed at how my company and training program have changed. I’m shocked at how important continuous improvement methodologies have been to this process. By the way, if you are looking for a long series of academic continuous improvement methodologies, this isn’t it. However, if you can see…
Do you need a business presentation coach? Well… It depends… Last week, I gave several different reasons why presentation skills are important to business success. Great presentation skills can create opportunities for advancement and increase income. How exactly do you improve your presentation skills, though? In this post, we are going to cover the pros…