[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Questions are an essential aspect for every presenter (in my opinion). The question (pun intended) is when to invite attendees to ask them! In the past, I encouraged my clients to have a Q&A towards the end of their presentation but that’s changed. Now I urge folks to ask … Read More
Author: Dale Klein
Enumeration Makes a Difference
[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Many of the professional clients I assist with public speaking make multiple points but do not use enumeration. Let’s begin by understanding what is meant by enumeration. When a speaker uses enumeration the speaker will say something like “To fully grasp this concept, consider the following three points…” Enumeration may … Read More
Head to Toe
[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] We say so much and may not even realize it. Communication occurs both verbally and non-verbally which is why I coach my clients about using head to toe communication as much as possible. The key to effective communication is the use of variation. Without variation, speakers may be too … Read More
Does it make Cents?
[Image by Brett Hondow of Pixabay] Some things don’t make good business cents…and some do. Take for instance the benefits and risks to a company regarding effective or ineffective communication. First, let’s examine the potential company risks which include: Inability to attract qualified job applicants. Poor hiring decisions. Miscommunication of key information resulting in either … Read More
Relationship Building takes Time
[Image by Kai Pilger of Pixabay] So many prospects…so little time! Not if you don’t make these mistakes. Try avoiding these 14 common mistakes: I’m too busy to network. I’ll let the prospect take the lead. … Read More
Purposeful Practice
[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Most of us had heard or said “practice makes perfect.” But is there truth in this statement? I advise my clients to not believe this but rather that purposeful practice makes perfect. You may be wondering what the difference is between these two phrases…a lot. When one says practice … Read More
Choices, Choices, and more Choices
[Image by Gino Crescoli of Pixabay] Some of us think we don’t have choices…but in reality we always have a choice. As public speakers, it’s imperative to make choices that fit the intention of the speech or presentation and that ensure your outcome. Here are several examples of public speaking choices: If you’re part of … Read More
To Read is not To Speak
[Image by Alexa from Pixabay] News flash—we don’t write the way we speak! Maybe that’s news for some of you but the reality is that the way we write an essay or an article is not the way we would talk about that essay or article. Many of my clients don’t realize this so I … Read More
Do you paint your words?
[Image by ulleo of Pixabay] We may not think of ourselves as “painters” or even “artists” and yet as public speakers, it’s imperative to paint our words. Best way to do so is to say something that evokes the senses in our listeners. For example, a speaker can state facts about the beach or…a speaker … Read More
Mover and Shaker
[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