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Public Speaking
Yes, Emotional Intelligence matters when it comes to public speaking
Public Speaking tips – Yes Emotional Intelligence matters when it comes to speaking up
Pitch Perfect – The Imperfect Science
20 principles to help you nail your next pitch. In my experience, there really is no such thing as the perfect pitch. Pitching is an imperfect science. Even if your presentation seems flawless — your slides are sharp, your delivery is smooth, and your message is crystal clear — that doesn’t guarantee you’ll win the … Read more
How to Influence
How to influence others, get what you want and maintain the relationship I have noticed a huge increase this year with clients asking for sessions on Influential Communication. And it’s not surprising with so much unwelcomed noise, uncertainty and fake news everywhere we look, both business owners and executives are finding it increasingly difficult to … Read more
Presentation Intelligence ® and Multiple Intelligences
Over the past few years, I have been researching, studying, writing about and working with many organisations sharing my work around Presentation Intelligence ® – which is the art, science and practice of powerful presenting. Leadership from the front of the room. I trademarked Presentation Intelligence ® in 2018. It has been a wonderful project to share … Read more
Who decides who is an expert?
I have always been a little addicted to learning, honing my skills and attending professional development events so I can be of better service to my clients. Even after 30 years in my area of expertise I still look for opportunities to grow my knowledge and skill base. Over the past few years I have … Read more
The Science of Memory – how to remember your presentation
Last blog post I shared some tips on how to help your audience to remember your presentation, your words and your critical key messages. If you missed it, you can re-visit it here. I received a few emails from clients thanking me for those tips but also asking for some tips to help them … Read more
Chunk and Repeat – another tip for presenting with the brain in mind
Have you ever been to a presentation you thought was inspirational or motivational and you left the event feeling on top of the world? Then you get home or return to work, and someone asks, ‘what was the presentation all about?’ and you struggle to communicate the main point of the presentation or any of … Read more
Technology for public speaking can be a dangerous decision
Using technology for designing or crafting a powerful presentation can be a dangerous decision. There is nothing new about Virtual Reality (VR) for public speaking or presentation skills training, it’s been around for many years and its effectiveness for overcoming the fear of speaking through exposure therapy techniques seems to work at some level. And … Read more
7 Presentation Skill Myths That Need to Die
Presentation Skills – 7 Myths that have not been serving you well You may have been to many public speaking courses over the years and received some great advice. Getting tips and advice from other professionals is a fantastic way to grow your knowledge and skill base but what about all the advice that doesn’t … Read more
