[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
Goal-Setting
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
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
You’re Worth It
[Image from John Hain of Pixabay] Do you know your worth? For many of us, particularly public speakers, this is the million dollar question! Sometimes as an attendee, we feel disappointed because the speaker: Talks too long. Provides few if any examples. Gives little in the way of statistics. Is mundane at best. Offers no … Read More
Write Right
[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] My clients associate me with verbal business communication…however that’s part of what I offer. Much of business communication is also written and that’s what this post is about. How often have you or someone you know thought or maybe even said “Please help me!” Good news…help is closer than … Read More
Debate Debacle
[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Have you ever considered a debate? If you have, there are certain speaking behaviors to avoid so you don’t end up in a debacle. Here they are: Per an article by Thomas Hicks on LinkedIn, the following should be avoided– Don’t attack another person. Don’t generalize or exaggerate. Don’t … 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
Present the Unexpected
[Image by johnhain of Pixabay] As a speaker, it would be great if listeners said or thought to themselves… “That was beyond belief. Truly amazing.” What they would be referring to is the speaker who presents the unexpected vs. the expected. In fact, the expected is quite common and often is the downfall for many … 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