[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] What are your thoughts about becoming a leader? What if I told you that you already have the makings of a leader and now it’s time to implement what you know? Here are some considerations to ponder: Do you prefer to be succinct to discuss difficult concepts? Using shorter … Read More
[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Who negotiates? The real question is who doesn’t negotiate? Most of us negotiate frequently in our personal and professional lives, but may not even realize it. All too often we approach “negotiating” as either a win or lose encounter but that’s not what truly counts. The main aspect and … Read More
Are you a lifelong learner? This can apply to your personal or professional life but this post is intended for professional use. We may not realize it but we’re always learning. That may range from conversations, books, seminars, webinars, online classes, to in-person classes. Maybe it’s a combination of these options. You may need to … Read More
[Image by Engin_Akyurt of Pixabay] So you have a press conference to prepare for…good for you! What do you need to know? First, let’s agree on the purpose of a press conference. A press conference is a method of communication with the media and is an effective way to advance the cause of your organization. … Read More
[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
[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
[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