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***Public Speaking is a Great Form of Free Advertising- ***The Right Way to Increase Your Volume Without Shouting - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Nancy DanielsOne of the difficulties many people have is to the ability to increase their volume without hurting their throat or their listeners’ ears. The right way to do this is known as projection and is only possible if you are powering your voice from your chest cavity. There is a right way to ...
Views: 6917(2 votes) - ***The Value of Listeniing in Good Public Speaking - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2009 from Nancy DanielsYou talk; they listen. You move; they watch. You make a joke; they laugh. You say something profound; they muse or applaud or frown. My question to you is whether you ‘listen’ to your audience or not. As much as you are the center of attention when addressing an audience, are you aware of ...
Views: 2239(2 votes) - ***Those Who Teach Voice and Those Who Think They Teach Voice - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Nancy DanielsI recently read an article by a man who teaches presentation skills. He was discussing the fact that most people hate their voice on recording equipment because it is unfamiliar to their ear. What 'floored me' about his message was that he was suggesting you accept it and live with it. ...
Views: 2935(2 votes) - ***Want More Color and Life in Your Voice? - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2011 from Nancy DanielsWhen I teach my clients or my students how to speak with emotion, I emphasize that there is no right or wrong answer with color. Color is the life, the emotion, the animation you express in speaking. Color is determined by your topic as well as your mood or attitude. The only thing that would ...
Views: 2886(2 votes) - ***What Are Your Options If You Forget While Public Speakiing? - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Nancy DanielsAdmittedly, part of the difficulty for many in presenting is just this fear. It happens to lots of speakers; it has certainly happened to me. Even with notes or some form of visual aid upon which to refer, however, you may find yourself at a total loss as to how to continue. What is the ...
Views: 2379(1 vote) - ***What Image Do You Project When Approaching the Lectern? - by Submitted on May 21, 2010 from Nancy DanielsOften we are so consumed by our speech or presentation, our delivery, or our nervousness, that we fail to recognize the value of composure in approaching the lectern or the head of the boardroom table. You are judged not only when you begin to speak but also during your walk to the front of the ...
Views: 3097(1 vote) - ***What Is the Best Speed for Speaking? - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Nancy DanielsSome people talk fast, some talk too slowly, and some are moderate. In public speaking, those who speak at a moderate rate are the easiest to follow over any given length of time. I knew of a speaker in Toronto who believed that talking as fast as you can was ideal. I beg to differ. ...
Views: 8146(1 vote) - ***What Is Your Voicemail Message Saying About You? - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from Nancy DanielsYou are probably not comfortable hearing your voice on your voicemail or your answering machine and yet you may not realize that if you hear your voice that way, so does everyone else. Because the manner in which you hear yourself is vastly different than what the recording equipment is telling ...
Views: 3751(2 votes) - ***What Shapes Your Voice -- Environment or Genes? - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2009 from Nancy DanielsSurprisingly, the answer to that question is actually your environment. While the innate quality of the speaking voice is something you inherit, there are numerous environmental factors that play a viable role in how you sound and speak. If you were raised in one of the southern states, it is ...
Views: 7622(1 vote) - ***What Should You Do With Your Hands When Public Speaking? - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2009 from Nancy DanielsOne of the most common questions I hear from my clients when they are practicing their presentation skills, is what should they do with their hands? That is a good question, so let me answer that question with a question to you? What do you do with your hands when you are in conversation? ...
Views: 2942(1 vote) - ***What You Can Learn from Clint Eastwood for Improving Your Presentation Skills - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2009 from Nancy DanielsActors wow us, amaze us, and inspire us but one, in particular, displays a level of confidence that I would wish for all in public speaking. The actor I am referring to is Clint Eastwood. In all the roles he plays, he never doubts himself. It is that level of belief in yourself and your ...
Views: 2930(1 vote) - ***What You Need to Do in Public Speaking That You Probably Don't Do - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2010 from Nancy DanielsDo you know the #1 thing most novice speakers never think to do when delivering a presentation? It never crosses their mind and yet it is the one thing they are in desperate need of throughout their talk. And, once they lose it, they are in a constant race to catch up on it. No, I am not ...
Views: 3071(1 vote) - ***Which World-Renowned Motivational Speaker Is Suffering from Severe Vocal Abuse? - by Submitted on May 21, 2010 from Nancy DanielsThe other day I heard a commercial with 2 motivational speakers and was appalled at how bad one of the voices sounded. Having not heard this particular man in several years, I was stunned by the amount of hoarseness with which he is afflicted. Considering that his voice is his meal-ticket, I ...
Views: 9509(1 vote) - ***Without Practice, Your Presentation is Doomed! - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Nancy DanielsWhen it comes to public speaking, so much attention is given to the preparation and ensuing delivery of your material that the practice of your speech or presentation is often overlooked. I am amazed at how many people go over their script or their outline in their head and never say their ...
Views: 2226(1 vote) - ***Your Speaking Voice and the Image It Projects - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2011 from Nancy DanielsThe other day a woman phoned me and her volume was so loud that I had to move the phone away from my ear. My immediate opinion of the caller was that she was overbearing. Her loud volume was making a statement about her that may or may not have been true. Another recent voice was by a ‘man’ ...
Views: 2552(2 votes) - 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Using Gestures - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2012 from Gilda BonannoNon-verbal communication, or body language, is an important part of presentation skills and how you gesture is an essential component of that body language. At the very least, your gestures should match your words and not distract the audience. And with a little practice, they can help you ...
Views: 1840(2 votes) - 10 Tips for How to Use Notecards Effectively When Presenting - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from Gilda BonannoIt's okay to use notes when presenting, especially if you're speaking on a new topic or to a new audience. The key to using notes effectively is what is included in your notes and how you use them. The following ten tips will help you use notes effectively to remember the key points of your ...
Views: 2447(2 votes) - 10 Tips to Improve Your Public Speaking Skills - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from Gilda BonannoHere are 10 tips to improve your public speaking skills, whether you are presenting at work, giving a toast at a wedding or receiving an award. 1. Have a Message What is the one thing that you want the audience to remember from your presentation? Put it into one sentence and you have your ...
Views: 1602(2 votes) - 3 Techniques Guaranteed to Engage Your Audience - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Stephanie ScottiWhile visiting a friend recently in Chapel Hill, NC, we attended a lecture on the University of North Carolina campus. When the speaker started presenting, I noticed that the audience — which ranged in age from 6 to well over 60 — was completely enthralled (including me!) from start to ...
Views: 1345(1 vote) - 3 Ways to Calm the Wedding Speech Nerves - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Alyse AddisAny wedding speech is nerve wrecking. Making a speech in front of all your loved ones can be an extremely nervous experience and often this is the reason why so many people screw it up. The simple truth is that even a bad speech that's delivered well will do the job just fine. Unfortunately even ...
Views: 2868(1 vote) - 3 Ways to Identify the Benefits Most Pertinent to Your Audience - by Submitted on May 19, 2010 from Jenny HambyTo persuade prospects to register for your seminars, your marketing copy must adequately explain the value of your training. One critical way you can do this is by accurately describing the benefits of attending your seminar. Many seminar promoters and trainers believe that it's enough to ...
Views: 3696(1 vote) - 4 Presenter Mistakes to Avoid, Or Please Don't "Vomit" on Your Audience - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2012 from Gilda BonannoAt the end of my session at a conference, one of the audience members came up to tell me about a bad session she had attended. She said, "The presenter vomited his content on the audience. It was awful. I would have walked out if I wasn't sitting in the front row." That's pretty strong ...
Views: 1318(2 votes) - 4 Reasons Not to Start Your Presentation With a Joke - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2012 from Gilda BonannoIn my presentation skills training programs, people often ask me, "Should I start my presentation with a joke?" My immediate response is "No!" Now I'm a fan of humor as much as anyone – and in fact, probably more than most people, since I've been performing onstage with an improv comedy ...
Views: 1503(4 votes) - 5 Reasons Why Presenters Won't Use a Micrphone - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2012 from Gilda BonannoOften, I have seen people refuse to use a microphone when they're presenting, whether at an office meeting, community event or industry conference. Yet, using a microphone correctly can make it easier for the audience to hear you and understand your message - which is the whole point of your ...
Views: 1354(2 votes) - 7 Steps to Successful Storytelling in Your Presentations - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from Gilda BonannoRelevant and engaging stories can be a compelling part of your presentation – whether you are presenting at a board meeting, an industry conference or an awards banquet. Here are 7 steps to follow to make your storytelling successful: 1. Pick a relevant story. Think about the story from ...
Views: 1414(2 votes) - 8 Mistakes Trainers Make - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2011 from Saritza ZambranaBeing talented is a great responsibility as well having a big vision. When we lose focus as leaders, it's normal to misplace our purpose and get distracted and superficial with the empowering tools of leadership. To build our leadership is to build our presence and calibrate our talents and ways ...
Views: 2792(2 votes) - 8 Tips for Handling Radio Interviews Like a Pro - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2014 from Gilda BonannoA presentation skills coaching client recently landed a radio interview. She was excited because it would help her build her business, but also nervous because she had never been interviewed on the radio. After we got done celebrating, here are the 8 tips that I shared that will help her ...
Views: 1748(2 votes) - 9 Tips for How to Present While Seated - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from Gilda Bonanno"You can't start a fire sitting down" is an old cliché that I used in graduate school to explain to the supervising professor why I taught my American history class section standing up. (I also thought to myself, "it's harder for them to shoot a moving target.") The professor preferred that I ...
Views: 1362(2 votes) - A Speaker's Lesson Learned - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2004 from Mike MooreNo matter how long you have been speaking there are still lessons to be learned and I learned a huge one earlier this month in the province of Manitoba. I was booked to do two, one hour presentations to the Eastern Manitoba Dairy Farmers annual conference in the beautiful little town of ...
Views: 1559(1 vote) - A.U.D.I.E.N.C.E. Analysis - It's Your Key to Success - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2003 from Lenny Laskowski© 1996 LJL Seminars (tm) http://www.ljlseminars.com --------------------------------------------------------- As speakers we all know the importance of properly preparing our material far enough in advance so we may have sufficient time to rehearse and "fine-tune" our speeches. Unfortunately, ...
Views: 2781(1 vote) - ARM Yourself and Knockout Stage Fright for Good - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Stephanie ScottiTrembling hands. Dry mouth. Weak legs. Your mind is racing and so is your heart. Sound familiar? Welcome to the very popular “glossophobia” club, more commonly known as stage fright. If you suffer from speaker’s anxiety, you’re in excellent company. Fear of speaking in public still ranks ...
Views: 2120(1 vote) - Artificial Intelligence and Mobile Phones are Inseparable. - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2019 from Rishi ShahArtificial Intelligence is enhancing both the hardware and software within mobile phones, with implications for both marketers and consumers. On an average, an individual looks at their phone for more than 2.5 hours and makes about 35,000 decisions, in a single day. The funny thing is we often ...
Views: 1057(1 vote) - Building a Relationship with your Audience - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2003 from William ArrudaBuild a Relationship with Your Audience. And Deliver a Successful Presentation. With public speaking, success is determined by your audience, not by you. That means you need to engage your audience - to build a relationship with them - often in less than an hour. You need to focus on ...
Views: 3686(1 vote) - Can You Speak As Well As 10 Year old Dalton Sherman? - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Antonia HarrisonAt 10, Dalton Sherman is a speech-making pro. Since winning a big oratory competition in Dallas, he has spoken at numerous churches and events all over Dallas. He was keynote speaker at an educational conference for 20,000 people on 25 August 2008. “He has the ‘it’ factor,” said Dawn ...
Views: 4533(2 votes) - Cut Out Your Sloppy Language When Presenting - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from Gilda BonannoLanguage is a tool that helps you communicate your message to your audience. Sloppy and imprecise language, however, can interfere with your communication. Here are six tips for eliminating sloppy language: 1. Mind your grammar You don't have to be a grammarian to follow basic grammar ...
Views: 1417(2 votes) - Do You Dread Public Speaking? 3 Steps to Presenting With Confidence - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Ann HalloranDo you dread public speaking? Do you avoid situations where you might have to stand up in front of others? You are not alone. Research once found that people feared public speaking even more than death! If like many people, you are filled with apprehension about presenting to groups, you can ...
Views: 4216(2 votes) - Eleven Secrets From An Experienced Interviewer - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2007 from Catherine FranzOne of the unwritten rules of writing a book, an article, or any sort of material that requires the writer to interview experts or people "in the know" is to record the conversation. Whether the recording occurs via phone or in person is irrelevant. This rule is a good one. This leads to the ...
Views: 1748(1 vote) - Forgot What to Say? Help is on the Way! - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Sheri JeavonsHave you ever been in the middle of a presentation when all of a sudden your mind goes completely blank? You’re delivering your content and next thing you know, you’re at a total loss for what to say next. When this happens, you may start to ramble or you may begin using non words like “um” or ...
Views: 814(2 votes) - Hiring Professional Keynote Speakers - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2009 from Sarah JoseIn any meeting the keynote address forms the most important part of the agenda. The keynote can definitely add to the overall effect of a meeting. The address should be interesting, entertaining and should cover all the important points that are going to be a part of the whole meting. If it is ...
Views: 1387(2 votes) - How a ‘Free’ Seminar Generated Over $6000 in Sales...in 1 Hour - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from Alex CoulsonI have a system for generating sales before the seminar is even over with. I used this technique in a seminar I had in Sydney and had a 66% sales rate and made over $6000 in sales. It was so simple and easy and yet so powerful. You can use this technique just as easily in your next seminar ...
Views: 671(1 vote) - How not to start your presentation: 10 Roads to Disaster - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2009 from George TorokPreparing a speech can be like sculpting. You keep removing the excess clay until you have your work of art. If you want to start your presentation with a bang instead of a bust avoid these ten mistakes. These tips will show you how not to start your speech. 1. You like me, you really like ...
Views: 2089(2 votes) - How to Add Humor to Your Presentations - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2004 from Doug StevensonWhere did we learn that we have to be serious all the time to be taken seriously? In my experience, it’s just not true. As a speaker and trainer, I know that when people laugh, they learn. After coaching over 500 students on their stories and presentations in my two and a half-day Story ...
Views: 2595(1 vote) - How to be a Fantastic Leader - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Karen ReismanHow to be a Fantastic Leader Karen Cortell Reisman, MS The other day my friend Robin talked to me about becoming president of a large nonprofit organization. She felt excited and challenged by this opportunity. As we discussed her leadership strengths, I realized that the qualities ...
Views: 935(3 votes) - How to Give a Winning Presentation – 6 Great Tips - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Diane CraigBiina Feldman joined our team this year and we are thrilled to be working with her. Bina just wrote a fabulous article on How To Give Presentations which I am certain you will find great golden nuggets in. Enjoy and thank you Bina! Children in grade school are giving presentations. High ...
Views: 1641(2 votes) - How to Introduce Yourself Quickly - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2012 from Gilda BonannoSometimes you have to introduce yourself in 60 seconds or less. This type of introduction is not your "elevator speech" – it's a brief introduction only long enough to outline the basics. For example, at some networking events, everyone sits around a large table and then each person stands ...
Views: 1628(2 votes) - How to overcome your fear of Public Speaking As You Read This! - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2009 from Dominic Knight"According to most studies, people's number one fear is public speaking. Number two is death. Death is number two. Does that sound right? This means to the average person, if you go to a funeral, you're better off in the casket than doing the eulogy." -Jerry Seinfeld This morning I had a ...
Views: 2129(1 vote) - How to Survive Giving a "Tech Talk" - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2003 from Julia PoulosAs William Shakespeare said, “All the worlds a stage and all the men and women are merely players.” Though spoken long ago, this thought is at the forefront of presentations in today corporate environment. Trying to communicate technical data and/or ideas is often a complicated process. As ...
Views: 1571(1 vote) - HOW TO TALK TO ANYBODY, ANYTIME - by You know the situation: There you are at a business or social function and you end up with someone who you have never met before. Some people get amazingly uncomfortable with this situation because they simply don't know how to start or carry on a conversation. Yet successful people are always ...
Views: 1598(1 vote) - How To Use Transitions In Your Presentations - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2003 from Paul CummingsMany people don't realize how important transitions are when speaking. They are what makes good conversation flow and what make many speakers seem eloquent. Plan your transitions and vary them so you don't put an audience to sleep or in to a pattern by always using the same transitions. Here ...
Views: 1860(1 vote) - How to Win the Crowd with Charisma - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Andre ThunaWhether in a business meeting, or a group of singles, you can win the crowd with charisma. Charisma is that certain appeal that just seems to come naturally to some individuals while others must practice to develop charisma. Charismatic individuals have the power to capture and captivate those ...
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