[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
Communication Style
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
What do you want in 2024?
[Image by Muneeb Khalid of Pixabay] Whether you want to start or want more from 2024, go and get it. You may want more… Networking opportunities In-person speaking engagements Virtual speaking engagements Clients Prospects Social media presence Presentation coaching Blog subjects Podcast topics Collaboration Webinars Website traffic Ways to engage your listeners Keynotes Sales leads … Read More
Reflect, Review…& (tune in next week for part 2)
[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] You may be a professional public speaker or perhaps aspire to become one. One of the key aspects that all of my public speaking clients know is the importance of two skills which are reflect and review. (Next week I’ll address the third “R” so please be sure to … Read More
Ready to Shift?
[Image by JaredfromSpace from Pixabay] Are you ready to shift? I’m talking about shifting from being an ordinary speaker to an extraordinary speaker. Most speakers want to make the shift but may not know how to do this. Here’s how… Ensure that your audience wants to hear about your topic. We’re talking about relevance. Sounds … Read More