by Ibrahim BadhusaEffective communication is absolutely essential for business growth. When you speak your mind, you should pay special attention to your body language, diplomacy, style, pitch, vocabulary and tone modulations. You have to watch how you communicate with our customers and if you are not candid or give the impression you are not speaking […]
by Quintin CraigYou’ve got your engine running and you’re ready to get out there and find some professional speaking engagements. The only problem is that you haven’t got a clue as to where you can find jobs!
One of the first steps as you launch your professional speaking career is to get good at what you […]
by Ibrahim BadhusaIt is very essential to have goals in life. A goal is a target set before us to achieve what we want in life that needs us to act and satisfies our wants. Looking at the world around us, we can decide what we want to achieve and set goals. This could be […]
by Ibrahim BadhusaThe chief purpose of hiring a motivational speaker is to use his or her capability to inspire the key personnel in an organization to achieve maximum work output. It is but natural that a business team or other employees might, after a period of time become apathetic and cease to work optimally. They […]
by Gen WrightWedding ranks among the most memorable events in a person’s life. Apart from being the bride herself or the groom himself, nothing can be more exciting than being asked to be the best man to your friend’s wedding.
Standing as the best man to your friend’s wedding has its perks - planning the […]
by Ibrahim BadhusaTo be happy and successful in life, it is necessary to have a positive state of mind. It is necessary to feel that we can achieve anything we want. This is possible if we drive out negative thoughts and feelings and develop a positive state of mind.
Our thoughts are controlled by our […]
by Ken TanEmpowering Member’s Inner Force Using A-B-C
Introduction
Just slightly over a year and 9 months ago, our membership fell below charter strength and we were on the brink of deciding whether to return this Club to its former glory or let it crush into oblivion …..
Once the decision was made by members to revive the […]
by Shaun ParkerMost roles in business require good presentation skills. Not only is proficient communication essential to convey information, an exciting or entertaining delivery is an integral ingredient for keeping an audience’s attention and ultimately getting the response you want. A successful presentation will have energy from beginning to end, engage the audience, […]
by Theo SwanFor some people, knowing they have to give a speech at a party or wedding can ruin their night ¨C or even the whole week before the party. Taking a few minutes to prepare yourself can make a huge difference, both on your confidence and on your speech. A well prepared speech is […]
by Michelle BeaudryYou Can Make the Change Happen
Public speaking is the number one fear of humans; yet, since so many people do it so well, there must be an easy way for you to get up there on that podium just like the professionals: calm, relaxed, and giving the speech of your life. And that […]
by Lynda StuckyOne of the most frequently used words by amateur speakers is “um.” For some reason, silence while speaking is a scary place to be. But why? Are we afraid we’ll be interrupted? Do we think we’ll sound slow or uneducated? Or will our audience think we’re boring if […]
by Jim OliveroSelecting the right speaker for your event should be high on your list of priorities. A dynamic opening keynote speaker can set the tone for your entire event. It has been our experience that clients who put time, thought and effort into determining which speaker will be the best fit for their group […]
by Olivia StefaninoAs the old adage goes, “More people are scared of speaking in public than are afraid of dying!” If you’re one of those people, don’t worry, with these ten tips you’ll soon have them eating out of your hand, giving you a standing ovation and demanding an encore! Its true - standing […]
by Lynda StuckyImagine the devastating effects of waking up on the day of your big presentation and finding that your voice sounds scratchy, hoarse and weak. Worse yet, it has disappeared completely! Nearly all of us rely on a well-functioning voice at work every day. If we were to lose our voice on […]
by Sharon MannPublic speaking is one of the top fears for most people but it doesn’t have to be that way for you. This article is designed to provide you with speech ideas that will leave a lasting impression on your boss, co-workers or teacher. Specifics may vary from person to person; however, […]
by Jim OliveroWhether you have a business of your own, you are an employee, a high-ranking officer in a multinational company or simply someone needs more motivation, attending seminars, forums and trainings is a great way to become more motivated and stay motivated about your life and your work.
Company meetings and events are often forums […]
by Lynda StuckyWith sky high gas prices and a focus on fuel efficiency, we are all looking for ways to conserve. What about our speech? Can we speak more efficiently using fewer words but still convey our message clearly and with impact?
In American business, we value conciseness. Communicating succinctly is an effective and powerful tool […]
by Drew StevensPublic speaking is one of the largest fears that people face. Whether a toast at a wedding or as business meeting facilitator- public speaking can be a nuisance. Some balk at embarrassment while others fear hesitating. Even for the most learned or the professional speaker, public speaking is difficult.
Overcoming fear is similar to […]
by Sharon AlexanderWhen giving a presentation or speech, there is nothing more distracting than an unresponsive audience, a restless audience or an angry audience. But by remaining calm, you can speak to these types of audiences and still get your message across. Keep in mind that it’s probably not you - it may be the […]
by Lynda StuckyExecutives and professionals who speak with poor diction may be missing out on opportunities and promotions within their company. Any voice or speech habit that draws attention away from the message undermines the ability to reach listeners. Good diction and pronunciation are two elements of speech that can be easily changed […]