[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Last week I posted part 1 of information on handling hecklers. Now, as promised, here is part 2 for your use and information. In my last post, I offered four strategies to incorporate when responding to hecklers. Now I want to share seven specific tips you and other public … Read More
Communication Style
Time for Time Out (part 1)
[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Taking a time out is a good strategy, especially when it comes to handling hecklers. As a public speaker, there are many challenges with which we’re all familiar. One of those challenges is knowing how to handle hecklers. My hope is that you don’t encounter this but if you … Read More
Become a Professional Influencer
[Image by Diggity Marketing of Pixabay] As a speaker, are you a professional influencer…do you want to become one? Each of us has the capacity to become a professional influencer when our voices are heard. First, let’s understand that as an influencer we have two essential roles which are being a speaker and being a … Read More
Your Smile is a Huge Plus
[Image by skjarvis of Pixabay] My clients know that a smile is one aspect of nonverbal language which is essential for all public speakers. What they may not know is that a smile has many benefits. According to a posting in Verywell mind, the expertise of Mark Stibich, PhD tells us ten benefits of smiling … Read More
Avoiding the Oops Factor
[Image by cripi of Pixabay] Everyone makes mistakes; after all, it’s part of the human condition. In fact, we often learn from our mistakes. Some mistakes or errors are more common than others and should be avoided. If we anticipate potential errors we can usually work around them. Let me give you five examples which … Read More
Time to Talk about our Earth
[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] In the words of Khalil Gibran…“Trees are the poems that the earth writes upon the sky.” Today is internationally known as Earth Day. That means we have the opportunity to do our part to save our planet. Actually, I believe every day is Earth Day. So what can you … Read More
Business Person vs. Business Leader
[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] What is the difference between a business person vs. a business leader? The secret to the difference is one important distinction—how one communicates. Let’s reveal what some others may think about how we come across. I don’t have a clue what the point is! Always ensure you have a … Read More
Time to Test Drive
[Image by bobtheskater of Pixabay] Most of us understand the value of taking a test drive…but what about taking time to test drive your presentation? If this either is a new concept for you or one you haven’t used in some time, it’s definitely a form of practice. You may practice whatever you wish, however … Read More
Communication Style: Right or Wrong?
[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] If you’re one of my readers, you already know that we can communicate in a variety of ways. Different situations warrant different communication styles. Sometimes a direct style is indicated while at times a more indirect style may be more suitable. Did you know that there is room for … Read More
Your Communication Check-Up
[Image by QurratulAyin from Pixabay] Most likely all of us have had a health check-up…or at least we try to. My guess is that very few of us have taken the time for a Communication Check-Up. Good news is that is about to change. Here are the details you need to know: WHAT: Your Communication … Read More