Help Handling Hecklers
[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] When I first thought of this topic about 10 years ago, heckler was the term I used. Today, the most well-known label is bullying. Essentially, they’re the same. Whatever you call this person, the behavior that’s demonstrated can be distracting at best and intimidating at worst. Hecklers or difficult audience … Read More
Communicate to Demonstrate Diversity
[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] As you’ve discovered, diversity abounds. Clearly, it’s everywhere but sometimes public speakers overlook the skill of how to communicate to demonstrate diversity. Let’s revisit this important aspect as I offer several guidelines for consideration. Research the countries as well as the people attending your speech. It’s easy to assume … Read More
Are you Inclusive?
[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] As a public speaker it’s always about the other person (or people). We know that—but the trick is to be inclusive when we’re conducting our presentation. Sometimes we think we’re doing just that but in fact we’re not. Before I present recommendations for speaking inclusively let’s revisit the value … Read More