Misc. 12/12

Dec 10, 20094 min read

Non-Verbal Communication Element #1 – Eye Contact

Eyes are the ‘Windows to the Soul’.

Nov 19, 20093 min read

Buzz Words

NO Buzz Words! Buzz Words are composed of jargon that is usually specific to a particular industry. Often we think of the tech industry...

Nov 14, 20094 min read

Toastmasters – A great place to learn!

Join Toastmasters! Toastmasters is an international organization. The latest figures I found show they have a membership approaching...

Oct 29, 20092 min read

Handouts – Hand them out Later!

If you ‘hand out’ Handouts as the audience is getting seated, they’ll be looking at your brochure, fact sheet, contact information, etc.,...

Oct 16, 20092 min read

WHY Speak?

Why in the world would you want to get up in front of strangers, or for that matter, in front of people you know, and risk embarrassing...

Oct 9, 20092 min read

When Presenting, We Want Them to GET IT!

The Ultimate Goal of All Communication: Written, Spoken or Visual, is that all audience, as quickly as possible, – "GET IT!" If they...

Sep 28, 20093 min read

Speech Content – Part #3 – Speech Opening Make it Powerful!

This is it! The Opening of Your Speech is your first impression to your audience. It literally, ‘sets the stage’ for your presentation....

Sep 22, 20092 min read

Taking Questions

Usually, this is not the best time to do this because the audience doesn’t leave having the impact of your closing on the their minds. In...

Sep 21, 20091 min read

Using Props in a Presentation

Since people learn in many ways, the more senses your speech can combine in your presentation, the more likely your audience will “Get”...

Sep 20, 20092 min read

I Want Them To Remember My Speech!

Proven ways to get your points across and for the audience to remember your message. Primacy and Recency People will better remember the...

Sep 19, 20091 min read

“Meet and Greet” To Ease the “Fear of Public Speaking!”

You’re much more at ease speaking to people you know and friends. Arrive at your speaking event early. Wear a Name Tag – It’s important!...

Sep 14, 20092 min read

Speech Content – Part #2 - Why Write Your Own Introduction

The Introduction is an integral part of your speech!