Public Speaking

how to keep your new year's resolutions

How to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions

Have you ever made New Year’s resolutions and found yourself abandoning them by April? And then you beat yourself up over it, feeling like a huge disappointment? Maybe you set a goal to lose weight, so you committed to eating smaller portions or cutting out carbs. But come March, you find yourself at an Italian …

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how to be a better presenter

How to Be a Better Presenter in 9 Easy Steps

How did that TED Talker do it? How did she entertain me and change my ideas so quickly and easily? I was swept off my feet by her charisma and easy style. The time passed so fast, and I was hanging on to her every word. Now I’m a believer in what she’s selling! What …

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How to Report to the CEO Like a Genius

There are some silver-tongued people out there. They can speak clearly and persuasively to anyone. They are clear & concise, even when speaking to their boss and in other high-stakes situations. And they’re highly influential while they’re doing it. But how did they get that way? Were they born with the gift of gab?  Sure …

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How to Speak Up in Meetings–9 Systematic Steps

It’s happened to you, hasn’t it? You’re in a meeting, with brilliant ideas floating around your mind, and they don’t come out. Maybe you didn’t say anything at all. Or perhaps you did, and it didn’t come out the way it sounded in your head. Being able to speak up in meetings, sharing your brilliant …

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This 5 minute Trick from the Navy Seals Will Make You an Incredible Presenter

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 …

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how to not be nervous before a presentation

How to Not Be Nervous Before a Presentation

Do you have a presentation coming up? Are you feeling a bit nervous? Well, you’re not alone. At least 77% of people report that public speaking is at “phobia level” for them. And likely those are just the people telling the truth.  The folks who aren’t nervous about a speech have learned the techniques to …

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How to Become a Paid Speaker–An Insider’s Guide from the Experts

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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how to make your voice gorgeous

Hate the Sound of Your Voice? Here’s How to Make it Gorgeous!

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 …

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