Back to School

September 1, 2025By Dale KleinFear, Feedback|Job Success|Presentation Skills, Goal-Setting, Job Success|Leadership|Media|Professionalism|Public Speaking, Labor Day, Presentation Skills

[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Now that it’s September, many of us hear the popular slogan “back to school.”  For some, that may be thought of as merely kid stuff.  For others, it signals that we never stop learning…particularly when it comes to public speaking. Public speaking is an activity we engage in everyday … Read More

Strategies to Improve Your Digital Communication

August 25, 2025By Dale KleinCommunication Style|Job Success, Feedback, Goal-Setting, Habits, Job Success, Public Speaking

[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Most of us know that communication can be digital.  This form of communication works well because it’s fast, efficient, and cost-effective.  Naturally, there are multiple options for digital communication including emails, text, and social media. So what’s the problem? Maybe nothing…but consider your strategies.   Here are five to get … Read More

Adding Structure to Presentations

July 7, 2025By Dale KleinCredibilty, Goal-Setting, Habits, Job Success

[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Is structure really necessary in my presentation?  The answer is YES.  Research indicates that audiences remember, retain, and recall information that is structured within a presentation. Here are seven easy ways to add structure to your presentation: Chronological Topical Spatial Problem-Solution Cause-Effect Storytelling Problem-Cause-Solution So how do you choose … Read More

Getting the Right Job

June 23, 2025By Dale KleinBreathing|Job Success|Professionalism|Public Speaking, Business Etiquette|Interviewing|Job Success, Communication Style|Goal-Setting, Goal-Setting, Job Success, Networking

[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Recently, while coaching one of my clients, I learned that my client was exploring other career options.  That led into a discussion regarding informational interviews, which is of course tied to public speaking. You may be wondering what the connection is so I’ll tell you what my client and … Read More

Is a Dress Rehearsal necessary?

June 16, 2025By Dale KleinCredibilty, Fear, Goal-Setting, Job Success

[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Over the years many of my clients have asked “Is a dress rehearsal necessary?” My response is always the same: Absolutely. If you’re like most of my clients you’ve likely either thought or said: “I don’t have enough time.” Or you possibly said: “I know my subject like the … Read More