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Fred E. Miller
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Jan 52 min read
Speakers: Take Questions Before Closing Your Talk!

Taking questions before your closing allows you to maintain control over your presentation’s final impression.
Dec 22, 20243 min read
NOT a Presenter? - Read THIS!
Why Presentation Skills Are Life Skills
Dec 8, 20243 min read
Without a great, compelling Elevator Speech . . .
Without a great, compelling Elevator Speech You risk blending into the crowd instead of standing out as someone others want to connect with.
Nov 24, 20242 min read
Speakers: Tips for delivering a POWERFUL OPENING.
The OPENING and the CLOSING are the bookends of a presentation.
Nov 10, 20243 min read
Learn to Lessen the Fear of Public Speaking Because . . .
“Speaking Opportunities are Business, Career, and Leadership Opportunities!"
Oct 5, 20243 min read
Why Speakers DON'T Need to Be Perfect
Speakers should be Embracing Mistakes
Sep 22, 20243 min read
The Goals of a Great Elevator Speech
A great Elevator Speech has several key goals, each designed to make a strong and lasting impression in a short amount of time.
Sep 8, 20243 min read
What Are Vocal Cues and Why Use Them in Your Presentations
Vocal cues refer to non-verbal elements in speech that convey information beyond the literal meaning of the words spoken.
Aug 11, 20242 min read
The Art of a BAD Elevator Speech
Crafting a good Elevator Speech is crucial, but knowing what makes a bad one can help you avoid common pitfalls.
Jul 28, 20242 min read
Little Things You Can Do To Overcome The Fear of Public Speaking
First of all, you don’t want to completely eliminate the Fear of Public Speaking.
Jun 16, 20242 min read
Speakers and Aspiring Speakers: WHY Hire a Presentation Coach?
Here are some compelling reasons
to think about working with a presentation coach:
Jun 1, 20242 min read
WHY Should I Improve My Presentation Skills?
Improving your presentation skills is beneficial for personal and professional reasons.
May 19, 20242 min read
SPEAKERS: THIS is Important for your Topics.

We will do more to avoid pain than seek pleasure. The Research Shows: Avoiding pain often takes precedence over seeking pleasure due to...
Apr 21, 20243 min read
Who Needs a Public Speaking Coach Anyway?
LISTEN! Are you tired of all the hype around public speaking coaches? Do you find yourself rolling your eyes at the mere mention of...
Apr 8, 20243 min read
The Importance of Audience Engagement and How to Achieve It
In person or on-line, your audience has a short attention span. In the realm of public speaking, the magic often lies in the connection...
Mar 15, 20242 min read
Opening Your Presentation
The Opening of your talk sets the stage for the rest of your presentation. LISTEN! I'll use myself and one of my talks in the following...
Mar 3, 20242 min read
From Awkward to Awesome: Overcoming Common Challenges in Elevator Speeches
LISTEN! Whether one-on-one or in front of a group, a great Elevator Speech is your ticket to making a memorable first impression....
Feb 3, 20242 min read
Crafting the Perfect Elevator Speech: How to Be Prepared for Any Opportunity
In today's networking environment, you need a great Elevator Speech; that short, personal infomercial that can open doors to...
Jan 7, 20242 min read
The Art of Q&A: WHEN?
LISTEN! A great Q&AÂ session can add value to your presentation. This part of presenting, if it goes awry, can also ruin an otherwise...
Dec 16, 20232 min read
WHY Many Have The Fear of Public Speaking
The Fear of Public Speaking is incredibly common and holds many back from becoming a good speaker.
WHY this fear? Here are some reasons:
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