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Back to School

[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

What is your Super Power?

[Image by John Hain of Pixabay] As a public speaker, what is your super power? Lots of skills are a possibility but what really counts is having the super power of public speaking. It’s imperative that your listeners view you as a “hero” in public speaking, kind of like this image. Ask yourself if you … Read More

What If?

May 19, 2025By Dale KleinAccommodations, Communication Style, Feedback, Habits, Practice, Preparation, Presentation Skills

[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Two of the most important words a public speaker has are…what if. I imagine you’ve said those two words before as have most speakers. It shows one is anticipating possibilities. Here are several examples of “what ifs” that you may have encountered already or will encounter sometime in your … Read More

Get MORE mileage

March 31, 2025By Dale KleinCommunication Style|Goal-Setting|Presentation Skills, Credibilty, Goal-Setting, Presentation Skills

[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] To repurpose is to use in a new way. Most of the clients I’ve had the privilege of assisting to sound their best when they communicate, believe their work is done once they give their presentation. While it may feel that way to some, the reality is that when … Read More

Keep the Conversation Going

March 24, 2025By Dale KleinMeetings|Professionalism, Networking|Presentation Skills|Public Speaking, Presentation Skills

[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Your big day has arrived and you’ve just presented. Many speakers think once they present they’re done…not quite. The follow-up starts right now and here are fourteen effective ways you can accomplish this. You definitely want the conversation to continue and you want to do so in a timely … Read More

UGH…What can I do about BRAIN FREEZE?

March 10, 2025By Dale KleinBreathing, Communication Style|Goal-Setting|Presentation Skills, Distractions, Fear, Presentation Skills, Relaxation

[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] When you hear the term “brain freeze” you may think of the all too common experience of eating or drinking something very cold…too fast. As an example, consider ice cream. Been there, done that. Although sometimes painful, it’s also quite temporary. The solution is ingesting or drinking more slowly. … Read More

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