Think about the last talk or presentation that really stuck with you. Was that easy, or did you really have to think hard to come up with one? Too many presentations are easy to forget, which is a shame. And that's a huge problem, since the only...
How does a good speaker do it?
People often ask me who the best speakers are and why when they hear that I ran a national professional speakers bureau for 13 years. Here are some things that a very successful speaker, who...
Do you use the "rule of three" when putting together flower bouquets, balloon bouquets, or business presentations? We like the way flowers and balloons look when they are arranged in odd numbers or in ways that are not symmetrical. Make a balloon...
When my new husband told me that he was going to be teleprompting, I had no idea what he meant. He said that it was like cue cards, but on a computer screen, and that it was used a lot not only by the media but also by corporations for...
Here we are! You've been asked to give your first speech in public. You have planned and practised. You're all set to give the best presentation you've ever given.
As soon as you start your presentation, you have exactly three minutes to...
If you type "public speaking tips" into Google, you'll get about 2.6 million results. That seems like a lot, but when you have to be the one in front of the group, there isn't enough information in the world to help you get over that...
Do you want to know how to talk to that new guy in your life? Or maybe you just want to know who the next man in your life will be. It's never too late for anyone to learn how to speak the language of love.
You may have seen the girl who...
Four Different Ways People Take in What You Say
There are four different ways for people to understand what is being said. They are: seeing, hearing, digital hearing, and touching. Even though each audience member will use...
Talk with your body and mind at ease.
The biggest fear is of speaking in public. Death is fourth. So most people would rather get a root canal and pay their taxes than speak in front of a group.
1. You...
Almost every event, like conventions, alumni homecomings, graduations, fund-raising events, or award ceremonies, has a guest speaker to highlight the event.
Guest speakers are chosen for a reason, such as their popularity or past...