[Image by Shutterbug75 of Pixabay] As a public speaker, are you a mover and a shaker? If not, you may want to ask yourself these ten questions: What do I want to accomplish? Don’t try to fly by the seat of your pants or attempt to be impromptu. What does my audience expect, think or … Read More
Month: August 2024
Make a Positive Impression
[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Who doesn’t want to make a positive impression? The goal in all communication is to make a positive impression because that’s what is most remembered. Think about a job interview, a presentation, or a meeting. In each instance, it’s imperative to make a positive impression…but how is that done? … Read More
Speakers Must Take Care of their Voices
[Image by Tiny Tribes of Pixabay] Do you take self-care…especially of your voice? I hope so. Your voice is a muscle meant to last you a lifetime. Most of us know someone who misused or abused his or her voice and as a result the voice is no longer in use or certainly not what … Read More
Slides: Mistakes to Avoid
[Image by Pexels of Pixabay] Most public speakers use slides…but are they necessary and if so are they used correctly? Here are five common slide mistakes to avoid: Assuming you need slides in your presentation. This is an important distinction to make. I’ve both used and not used slides. I make that decision based on whether … Read More