A couple of years ago, I taught a public speaking workshop in Detroit. Three of the students in that class were job placement coaches. I noticed a couple of interesting things as that class went on. First, the three kept mentioning how the lessons I covered in the public speaking class were similar to the…
According to The Book of Lists, public speaking has ranked higher than the fear of death for decades. “That doesn’t seem right” you might be thinking “there’s no way that’s true”. But the anxiety is real. As the old Seinfeld joke goes, “If you’re at a funeral, you’d rather be in the casket than giving…
Even great content can fall flat if it’s delivered poorly. One awkward phrase, one outdated cliché, or one moment of uncertainty can derail your entire presentation. That’s why knowing what to avoid in a speech is just as important as knowing what to include. You might have years of experience or the perfect PowerPoint presentation,…
It’s happened to everyone. You deliver a well thought out speech. Well rehearsed, well received, well done, everything is looking up. All that practicing and writing and drafting is finally paying off and you’re ready to walk off stage to thunderous applause. That’s when, out of the corner of your eye, as you’re beginning to…
Most people feel nervous when they have to speak in front of others. But that fear can be overcome. Public speaking is a skill. Anyone can get better at it. And with the right coaching, anyone can become a world-class presenter! Fearless Presentations® offers presentation skills classes that help professionals eliminate stage fright and deliver…
Your technical expertise means nothing if the selection committee doesn’t believe in your team. It’s crucial to build credibility in shortlist presentations to ensure your team stands out. When it comes to winning multi-million dollar contracts, most technical professionals make the same critical mistake: they try to establish credibility by overwhelming selection committees with their…