by Drew StevensOne of the most daunting experiences for business professionals is facilitating a business meeting. Many would rather fake death rather than give a presentation. In recent conversations with clients I took note that meetings increased by over 40%. To that end, there is a compelling need to discover your strengths so that you […]
by Lynda StuckyCreating engaged and captivated listeners in every day interactions takes hard work because there are many small things we can do to improve the way we speak. Here are ten areas of concern people struggle with on a regular basis.
1. You hear yourself on tape and you refuse to […]
by Joan CurtisWhether you run a small business or are a CEO in a major corporation, if you don’t speak up, you will not reach your full potential. Susan RoAne, in her landmark book, How to Work the Room tells us that 93 percent of people report that they are shy. This number […]
by Paula BrettThose who say it cannot be done should not interrupt the person doing it - Chinese Proverb
Success is not something that just happens; not even to the gurus who seem to have cash gushing out of their very pores. Successful people follow a pattern of habitual positive attitudes and actions that includes positive […]
by Bob SommersSo, you’ve been asked to give an acceptance speech on behalf of your organization and you don’t know what to say. You do know however, that you want to leave your audience with a presentation that is funny, emotionally moving and memorable. But where do you start? Here are a few tips that […]
by Jim OliveroWhat’s the cost to put together a strategic corporate meeting or retreat? Regardless of the specifics - hotel expenses, payroll, lost opportunities, lost management time planning the agenda, the cost of guest speakers, food, and supplies - you expect the returns to far outweigh the $3000 or $150,000 bill.
Unfortunately, too many meetings […]
by Sheila MulrennanThink of the last really memorable talk or presentation that you attended. Now, was that easy to do, or did you really have to rack your brains to remember one? Sadly, too many presentations are easy to forget. And that’s a big problem because the only reason the presenter gave the talk was […]
by Alvin LohPublic speaking skills are often overlooked by people as being unimportant or they may think that they will never be called to speak in public, that’s why they do not bother to get themselves acquainted with any public speaking skills. Truth is, more often then not, it is these people that often get […]
by Alvin LohMany people have the idea that public speaking is just talking, albeit to a large group of people. If only it was that simple ! Public speaking is actually a relatively difficult skill and people actually register themselves for expensive lessons to learn how to speak effectively in public. Does that mean that […]
by Philip YaffeHave you ever heard the adage that communication is only 7% verbal and 93% non-verbal, i.e. body language and vocal variety? You probably have, and if you have any sense at all, you have ignored it.
There are certain “truths” that are prima face false. And this is one of them. Asserting that what […]
by Bonita L RichterOne of the fastest ways to grow your list of contacts and leads is to give a speech with an audience brimming full of people in your market niche.
How many speeches did you attend in the last year? How many of them do you remember? How many of the presenters’ names do […]
by Jim OliveroMeetings are as diverse in their purpose and structure as the speakers who are on the platform at these meetings. They can be international, national, regional. They can be internal meetings, external meetings, sales meetings, client conferences, user conferences, annual conferences or leadership retreats.
Once you have determined the purpose, theme […]
by Meryl RunionAs a manager, by definition you are in the middle. You’re the glue. A manager who doesn’t manage is worse than no manager at all. Your employees need you to lead and manage or get out of their way.
Did you know that exceptional managers are the main reason good employees stay where […]
by Sharon AlexanderHave you ever wondered why presentations given by co-workers were better than yours? Did they use more sophisticated visual aids? Have more interesting topics? Or was it the way they presented the information? The secrets to giving a persuasive presentation aren’t known only to a select group of people. You can easily improve […]
by John MalesThe next time you’re tasked with giving a presentation, forget getting it right! Think about it. You do your best to prepare for a presentation you must deliver internally or externally. You’ve created a myriad of Power Point slides and have practiced each and every word over and over. You get up in […]
by Jim OliveroExciting new technologies like interactive computer use, live video enhancement of speakers and teleconferencing can be utilized but the associated cost of these new technologies can be steep. The type of AV support you will need for your meeting or event may be simple or more complex. Be sure to review all your […]
by Sharon AlexanderIf you have a fear of speaking in public, you’re not alone. Many times even the most secure, successful people have trouble speaking to small or large groups of people.
But if your job depends on your ability to give presentations, speak during meetings and host events, coping with this fear is necessary for […]
by Vincent StevensonFor those faced with the awful spectre of delivering a
As long as the message has been delivered and reinforced (usually by distracting and overloaded PowerPoint slides) that’s the job done. Thinking about how to win over the audience is the last thing on people’s mind but it is absolutely crucial.
Remember to grab your […]
by Roger BourneEveryone hears about being nervous when speaking, and when you overcome it, you
become confident and very successful.
What you don’t hear from successful speakers is about the journey itself.
For example, when I started in the field of speaking, I was a corporate employee.
As a project engineer, I had to develop concepts and designs […]
by Tony HallDo you think that if you knew that you looked and sounded just right, that your confidence to get up and make a speech would be boosted? Would your public speaking fears be banished by having the knowledge that the way you present yourself reflects a confident and assured speaker to all those […]