There are a number of myths about public speaking out there. Well, it’s time to set the record straight. ANYONE can be a fantastic, world-class speaker. It just takes a little bit of training, a little bit of coaching, and a little bit of practice. By the way, it doesn’t take years of study and…
Stories and Examples Reduce Public Speaking Fear The fastest and easiest way to eliminate public speaking fear is to insert more examples and stories into your formal presentations or PowerPoint Slideshows. When participants in public speaking classes are first introduced to this technique, many of them will often resist the advice thinking, “My presentations are […]
There’s something really special about group presentations. I spent years and years (the better part of a decade, really) studying everything I could about presentation skills and how to deliver powerful speeches. Years later, that studying led me to becoming a presentation coach. I had been coaching speakers for a few years before, but one…
Do you want to strengthen your leadership presence and motivate your team to higher performance? One of the fastest ways to make a big difference in the workplace is to deliver inspiring speeches that energize, engage, and align your team. But how do you turn a standard business update into an inspirational speech or a…
Picture this: Your team just spent weeks preparing for a major shortlist interview. You’ve got impressive credentials, deep expertise, and a slick PowerPoint deck. But halfway through your presentation, you can see the selection committee’s eyes glazing over. What went wrong? More often than not, the culprit isn’t your team’s qualifications or even your delivery—it’s…
Picture this: Your company just spent months preparing the perfect proposal for a multi-million dollar contract. The client has chosen to shortlist your team along with a handful of your competitors. Now comes the moment of truth—the presentation. But there’s a catch that catches many firms off guard: the client doesn’t want to hear from…