The Great Communicator Blog

How to Sound Like Morgan Freeman–In 4 Steps
“I learned in school that most people speak in a higher register than normal because of tension. So the trick is to relieve the tension.”–Morgan

Online Speech Training Makes You Clear & Persuasive
Yes, we’re working from home suddenly. Well, actually I’ve been working from home for quite a while mostly. It’s not so bad if you like

Being a Great Communicator can be Rocket Science and It’s Okay
It’s crazy how many people think they’re unique when it comes to their communication skills. Granted, each individual is unique in millions of ways. But

No One Was Born a Perfect Communicator
No one. Not nobody. Everyone you know who’s an incredible communicator has worked on it. Anyone who you come across who’s an impressive public speaker

How to Slow Down Your Speech
Do you speak a mile a minute? Do people tell you you talk too fast? Are people advising you to slow down your speech? Do

How to Stop UpSpeak
Upspeak or uptalk (2 terms for the same thing) are getting lots of press lately. Some people are being “criticized” for using it. Some people

Why Do I Get Nervous When I Talk?
Ever find yourself chatting away with your close friend, telling her how great you’re doing on a work project? And she says, “Wow, you’re a

How to Improve Your Communication Skills at Work
What is the most critical skill you can have to get ahead at work? Hands down, it’s your communication skills. Your communication skills impact everything

How to Answer Difficult Questions Like a Genius
Difficult questions come at us all the time. Sometimes we struggle to find an answer on the spot. Sometimes we rush to give an answer