The first part of this article addresses the fact that over-articulation, 5 dollar words & choppy speech doesn’t make you sound smart. I got a bit of negative feedback from that article! Some people took the title literally & told me just how much they love the Oxford comma! I want you to keep the love! …
I’ve just learned that my relaxation techniques are also used by Navy SEALs to remain calm & focused! I feel validated! If the Navy SEALs are doing it it must be highly effective! Here’s the deal: we need to stay calm & focused in most areas of our lives. And it’s becoming increasingly difficult to …
This 5 minute Trick from the Navy Seals Will Make You an Incredible Presenter Read More »
You want to start public speaking but don’t know where to start? We got you covered! Start by thinking about your strengths and weaknesses. What you want to highlight and what you need to improve. Can you very easily articulate your thoughts into words? Are you concise and get people to like you immediately? If …
Get Paid to Speak Publicly-Tips from the Experts Read More »
I’ve been training people to speak successfully for many years, and one thing I know is this: public speaking brings you success and tells the world that you’ve arrived. The world needs to hear your message, and you need to be successful! This is an introduction to a series of posts revealing the insider’s secrets …
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Do you cringe when you hear your voice on a recording? Do you avoid listening to it at all costs? What does your voice sound like? Is it squeaky and thin? Have you ever said, “I hate my voice”? Here’s the good news: Everybody hates their voice. The sound of your voice impacts every relationship …
Hate the Sound of Your Voice? Here’s How to Make it Gorgeous! Read More »
An amazing client of mine sent me an e-mail the other day while she was at a conference. “Ugh! These speakers are so boring!” I hear this a whole lot. Speakers have a hard time maintaining the audience’s attention, let alone getting them to follow their call to action. One is dependent on the other. You …
How many times have you met someone, had a bit of small talk for 2 awkward minutes & moved on never to speak with that person again? Every person you ever meet isn’t going to be your friend but we do need to build new relationships actively. We’re social animals and need to have relationships …
Did you ever notice it’s easier to talk to your friend at happy hour after work than it is to talk to someone on a first date? You’ve got all kinds of stories to share with your friend but sitting across the table from your date; your mind draws a blank. You know you need …
How to Be a Persuasive Speaker-Are You Failing When You Need it Most? Read More »
When people first contact me they often say, “I’d like to learn how to improve my diction.” They want to learn to pronounce their speech better. (Spoiler alert: The answer isn’t in over-articulation.) The first question I ask is, “Why?” They invariably tell me that they want people to listen to them, really hear them. …
Credit to Vampire Weekend for their song with the same line. And the same concept. It sounds like they’re saying that people who are more concerned about diction than their relationships may just be doing it wrong. People are very concerned about their speech. They want to sound precise and articulate. They want to improve …
