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***Public Speaking is a Great Form of Free Advertising- ***If Your Accent Interferes with Your Diction, You Need Voice Training - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2012 from Nancy DanielsMany years ago when I first started my business, my husband commented on the ‘before & after’ video clips of my clients, remarking that he could understand everyone in the ‘after’ takes but none of the speakers in the ‘before’ takes. All the speakers were Canadians in which English was their ...
Views: 2489(1 vote) - ***Learn to Breathe Correctly: It Will Make Your Voice and Your Presentations Stand Out! - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Nancy DanielsAs a voice coach, the first thing I teach my clients is how to breathe with the support of the diaphragm. The reason is because you cannot discover your ‘real’ voice until you learn this simple technique. When I discuss your ‘real’ voice, I am not talking about using different words or ...
Views: 2487(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: 2485(2 votes) - Presentation Tips: 8 Methods to Grab the Attention of Your Audience - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2012 from Stephanie ScottiIn this age of information overload, the window of opportunity to keep your audience’s attention gets smaller by the tweet. How bad is it? It has been reported that we are bombarded by the equivalent of 174 newspapers of data a day. No doubt about it; we constantly battle a tidal wave of ...
Views: 2483(1 vote) - A Public Speaking Technique That Will Have a Lasting Effect on Your Audience - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2017 from Steven StasczakContrary to what many may think, repetition is an essential public speaking technique that you need to master if you want your audience to remember your presentation. Usually any presentation regardless of length can be boiled down to just 3 or 4 main points or even less. By skillfully repeating ...
Views: 2481 - Public Speaking 101 - How to Encourage Public Participation When Giving a Speech - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2012 from Jack Wong | The Family Centred EntrepreneurLet me ask you these questions. How many of you would like to become successful trainers? How many of you would like to spread your messages to many people? And how many of you would like to get paid to spread your messages to many people? Thank you for your participation as you have just ...
Views: 2480(1 vote) - Peter Fogel's "12 Effective Tips on How to Get the Most Out of Your Speakers Bureaus Relationships or (You Scratch My Back and I'll Scratch Yours!)" - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2010 from Peter FogelTalking to the Bureau in Person or On the Phone Before you call a speaking bureau, do some research to figure out which ones match your goals. Just as two snowflakes aren't a like -- it's the same with speakers bureaus. Your best plan (and you'll discover if they are truly interested in ...
Views: 2477(3 votes) - ***Talk TO Your Audience, NOT AT Them - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2009 from Nancy DanielsOne of the secrets for becoming a dynamic public speaker is to make eye contact with your audience. While there are some courses on presentation skills or public speaking that teach you to stare at an object on the wall in order to eliminate your nervousness, I couldn’t disagree more. Forget ...
Views: 2471 - Talkitout: How to Become a Powerful Speaker Fast! - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesWhen Jane came to see me, she was terrified. She was a living example of that old saying “I’d rather die than speak in public.” For a minute I wondered if she really would die before she gave her speech. She could not look me in the eyes. She turned bright red. There was sweat on her brow. She ...
Views: 2471 - ***Presentation Skills: To Whom Are You Speaking? - by Submitted on May 12, 2014 from Nancy DanielsSometimes we get so caught up in the idea of public speaking – be it from nervousness or excitement – that we often do not have a clear idea about those to whom we will be addressing. In truth, you cannot even begin to create your presentation until you know about your audience. And, the best ...
Views: 2470 - ***Why the Pause is Invaluable in Public Speaking - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Nancy DanielsSometimes it appears that there is just too much to think about, to be aware of, and to focus upon in public speaking. While that may seem true at first, if you allow yourself to pause during your delivery, you will discover one of the most important aids when delivering a speech or ...
Views: 2466 - ***Which is Better in Public Speaking - Impressing or Expressing? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2010 from Nancy DanielsThere is no doubt that public speaking is a battle, a battle often lost because the speaker is trying to be something or someone he is not. What is interesting about public speaking is that you stand a much better chance of winning the battle if you would stop trying to impress your audience. ...
Views: 2465(2 votes) - ***Are You Aware That Your Soft-Spoken Voice Is a Liability? - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2011 from Nancy DanielsIn today’s fast-paced business world, speaking in a soft-spoken voice is definitely not to your advantage: you need to be heard the 1st time you say it. While softer levels of volume may be culturally correct in some countries, here in the States, we tend to talk in a volume that is ...
Views: 2461(1 vote) - Peter Fogel's "The Self-Confidence Question!" - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2010 from Peter FogelI have an entrepreneur friend who is an engaging speaker. He always gets high marks on audience evaluations. On stage, he comes off as quite confident. Watching him, you’d think he was loaded with self-esteem. In fact, the opposite is true. And at a recent presentation, he let his audience ...
Views: 2459(8 votes) - ***Watch What Your Face Is (Or Isn't) Saying in Public Speaking - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2011 from Nancy DanielsBefore your give your next presentation or speech, can I make a suggestion? Why don’t you video-record yourself, study the playback, and watch your facial expressions. Are they in line with what you are discussing? Does your face display enthusiasm if you are excited about your message? Does ...
Views: 2450(1 vote) - ***The Abuse of the Word - AND - in Public Speaking - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2011 from Nancy DanielsWhen I teach public speaking, one of the tips I offer is to learn how to stop connecting your sentences with verbal tics, such as “um” or “ah.” There is a word, however, that is that is sometimes abused in speaking as well. Many people connect their sentences with the word and. After some ...
Views: 2444(2 votes) - Corporate Storytelling - Brain Science & The Story Theater Method - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2012 from Doug StevensonWhy do you think Malcolm Gladwell is so successful? All three of his books, The Tipping Point, Blink and most recently Outliers – The Story of Success, are best sellers. The answer lies in the subtitle of his most recent book, The Story of Success. Malcolm is a synthesizer, a pattern ...
Views: 2444 - ***Do You Know the 1 Thing People Never Think to Do in Public Speaking - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2010 from Nancy DanielsIt does not seem possible that this one commonality exists among so many people in public speaking. Whether it is for the presentation or the speech, it happens quite frequently and is both visible and audible to an audience. It may only occur in the opening; although, it often continues ...
Views: 2436 - Are you afraid of public speaking? - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2016 from Ulrike Berzau MM, MHS, PT, FACHE, www.UlrikeBerzau.comYou are not alone, most people are terrified of public speaking but there is something you can do about it. With practice, a mentor and a system everyone can become an incredible speaker. One of the best ways to start is joining Toastmasters (http://www.toastmasters.org/). This organization has ...
Views: 2432(1 vote) - Following Up with Seminar Prospects: Boost Seminar Registrations - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2009 from Jenny HambyConvincing busy, budget-conscious people to invest their time and money to attend your seminar can be a challenge. That is why you should sit up and pay attention when a prospective attendee indicates even the tiniest bit of interest in your event. Seminar leads are golden. Yet many seminar ...
Views: 2432(3 votes) - Advocacy And Inquiry - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2008 from Terry GaultDialogue: Its Component Parts The first step in dialogue is balancing Advocacy and Inquiry. Instead of making statements about what we believe, begin asking questions about what others believe. This is in accord with a principle articulated by Saint Francis and popularized by Stephen ...
Views: 2424 - ***Speaking Clearly Is the Name of the Game in Business Today - by Submitted on May 05, 2011 from Nancy DanielsIn the past, you could afford to speak with a Brooklyn dialect because your business probably dealt with those who spoke the same way. Today, however, no matter where you live, business is global. What this means is that your clients and associates need to be able to understand your words. If ...
Views: 2422 - Body Language An important aspect of communication - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2013 from gita kumari“Our action speak louder than our words” The above said statement is true to its every word. Good communication skills are the foundation of any successful relationship, be it personal or professional. Body language is one of the most important aspects of non-verbal communication. The ability ...
Views: 2421 - ***3 Reaons to Know Your Competition If You Plan a Career in Public Speaking - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2012 from Nancy DanielsWith all the articles about public speaking, few ever talk about knowing your competition. If you are a novice and planning a career at the lectern, part of your homework is to listen to as many speakers as you can and get to meet them in the process if at all possible. Words cannot say how ...
Views: 2417 - ***How Confident Do You Sound If You Are Soft-Spoken? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2013 from Nancy DanielsVolume is an aspect of your personality that can say a lot about you. Yes, there was a time when women spoke in a very soft voice. It was considered a feminine trait: demure, coy, flirtatious. It was also a time when women were treated as 2nd class citizens. In today’s highly ...
Views: 2415(1 vote) - 7 Tips for Building Your Business through Public Speaking - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Mandy BassHigh-caliber, marketing-savvy professionals and business owners realize that public speaking is not only a low-cost/ no–cost marketing strategy – it is also one of the best ways to position and brand yourself as the local “go-to” expert in your field. The value of becoming a key-note speaker ...
Views: 2413(5 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: 2411(1 vote) - THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU EVER LIVE STREAM - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2016 from Anne CookBefore jumping into the ocean of Live Streaming, there's a few things you should know. Find out the four basic types of fish in the live stream sea and which one you are most like. Only then will you know what to consider before live streaming. "You take this way too seriously," a viewer ...
Views: 2406 - ***If Voice Training Doesn't Cover Volume and Projection, It Isn't Voice Training - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Nancy DanielsThe other day I received an email from a young man who told me that he was getting a sore throat by speaking loudly at the clubs and wondered if my training dealt with volume. I had to smile when he said that he had read several books on voice and none of them talked about how to increase or ...
Views: 2404 - ***Discover the Best Means of Increasing Your Volume If You Are Soft-Spoken - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2011 from Nancy DanielsIf you are soft-spoken, there is a right way and a wrong way to increase your volume. Just speaking 'louder' is not the answer. In fact, the difficulty for those who speak softly is that when they do try to increase their volume, they think that they are shouting. As a voice coach, I ...
Views: 2400(1 vote) - Public Speaking 101 - Importance of Practice in Public Speaking - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2012 from Jack Wong | The Family Centred EntrepreneurHow many of you play sports? If you do, you would probably agree with me that it takes time to master a sport. This is especially true for some of you who decide to become a professional sportsperson. If you are a soccer fan, I believe you should know David Beckham. For those who do not know ...
Views: 2400 - Do You Run Out of Air BEFORE You Run Out of Sentence? - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2017 from Nancy DanielsI remember when one of my sons was in 2nd or 3rd grade and was practicing reading out loud. He would take a breath after almost every word. Teachers explain to children in that age group that they should wait to take a breath until they come to the end of the sentence. At that age, there are ...
Views: 2397 - ***Dynamic Public Speaking Means Never Letting Them 'See You Sweat' - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Nancy DanielsYes, I want you nervous for your upcoming speech or presentation because nervousness is good. I do not want your audience to see it however. Great public speakers are nervous. As many times as they have spoken, as many times as they have delivered the same presentation over and over, ...
Views: 2394(2 votes) - ***5 Ways to Bring Your Audience into Your Presentation - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from Nancy DanielsWhen I attended James Malinchak’s BootCamp a few months ago, one of many things he did to grab our attention was to ‘cast the net’ during the introduction. Those are his words. His introductory material was designed to bring the audience into the fold and immediately build a rapport with us. ...
Views: 2388 - Speakers - How To Get Booked! - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2008 from Wendi McNeillA handful of tips to help position yourself within the speaking arena and get those speaking engagements! Find your Niche One of the biggest mistakes a speaker can make is having a "general" topic. You want to narrow your expert niche as much as possible. Research the industry so you know ...
Views: 2388 - RECRUIT MORE CLUB MEMBERS WITH VALUE-ADDED MEMBERSHIP MARKETING - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Fred Haley(Written for Toastmasters, but applicable to all local clubs in civic and service organizations.) “But Wait. There’s More!” Our excitement and anticipation would peak every time we heard those four simple words by the late TV pitchman Billy Mays. We knew what would come next. More ...
Views: 2387(1 vote) - Seven Lessons Learned from TEDx on Giving Breakthrough Presentations by James Mapes - by Submitted on May 10, 2017 from James MapesCreating and presenting my TEDx talk was one of the greatest challenges of my career - and an ultimate learning experience. Having a solid background in acting and speaking for more than three decades gave me the belief, or so I thought, that this would be an easy task. In fact, it tested ...
Views: 2385 - ***If You Plan A Career in Public Speaking, Start With the 'Freebies' - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2010 from Nancy DanielsIn order to establish yourself in the business of public speaking, you should begin contacting local clubs and organizations in your area as soon as possible. It is important to understand that the majority of those engagements will not be paid. In fact, at this stage, I would doubt that any ...
Views: 2384 - 3Ps to Presentation Perfection - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from Billal JamilLike many presentation experts - one of the questions I am asked again and again is ‘I have a presentation next week - how should I prepare???’ As a speaker, trainer and coach - I have witnessed many delegates progress from a Public Speaking perspective -but what has really fascinated me are ...
Views: 2379(1 vote) - All Types of Hindi News - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Nikita VermaIn India people are very much updated nowadays with the updated news. Lots of news channels are coming daily to deliver more updated news instantly. The breaking news of these channels can make the people updated with each and every happenings of the world. Hindi is the national language of ...
Views: 2378 - ***Are You Aware of Your Vocal Shortcomings? - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Nancy DanielsHow many times have you spoken to a stranger on the phone and formed a mental picture of that individual only later to be surprised when you met that person face to face? How we speak and how we sound often conflict with our education, our cultural background, and even our intelligence. Your ...
Views: 2368(2 votes) - ***Target Your Smilers in Public Speaking -- They Will Bolster Your Confidence - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Nancy DanielsWhen you look into the sea of faces in your audience, have you noticed that there are some people who smile? Whatever the reason, every audience has smilers and they can be found throughout the room when you are speaking. It just happens. Whether you are presenting to 5 people or 500, there are ...
Views: 2367 - ***If Your Voice Is Childlike, What Image Are You Projecting? - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2012 from Nancy DanielsI hear it all the time: women phoning me and complaining that their voice sounds like that of a child. If you have this problem, then the image you are projecting is not one of confidence or maturity. The good news is that you have a better voice inside of you which is resonant and more ...
Views: 2352(6 votes) - When Is Too Much Email Too Much? - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Jenny HambyWhen promoting live seminars, as well as virtual events such as teleseminars and webinars, it's critical to continue promoting your event right up until you start delivering content. Seminar producers who track their sales typically see a dramatic increase in their registrations in the days ...
Views: 2352(4 votes) - ***There Is No Reason for Breathlessness in Public Speaking - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Nancy DanielsOne of the most common complaints I hear from my clients is that they run out of air in public speaking. This may be a problem for you as well. Do you know why this is happening? Many who teach public speaking will tell you it is because you are nervous. Certainly nervousness exacerbates the ...
Views: 2350(2 votes) - 7 Fool proof ways to rid yourself of public speaking anxiety - by Submitted on May 16, 2016 from Maurice DeCastroThe very fact that many people rank the fear of speaking in public as one of their greatest sources of anxiety could be hurting their professional and personal life. It’s far more common than you may ever imagine; perhaps you’ve even experienced it yourself. Sweaty palms, feeling nervous, ...
Views: 2348(1 vote) - ***If You Don't Believe in Yourself, Why Should Your Audience? - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2011 from Nancy DanielsOne of the most important skills you need in public speaking is the ability to believe in yourself; otherwise, why should your audience? Many people approach the lectern or the head of the boardroom table, thinking they are going to fail. If that is your approach, then your chances of success ...
Views: 2343 - ***When the Pregnant Pause Goes into Labor! - by Submitted on May 14, 2012 from Nancy DanielsRecently I was interviewed on a blog radio program and the host paused so long after every comment I made that I wondered how many listeners she really had. Yes, the internet station of which she is a member has an excellent listenership, but I seriously question whether this particular woman ...
Views: 2339 - Getting Rid of the Fear of Public Speaking Has to be Difficult ... Are You Sure? - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Morty LefkoeIf you’ve had an intense fear of public speaking for many years and have tried a variety of ways to rid yourself of the fear – without success, you’ve probably concluded that you’ll probably never get rid of the fear. Or, if you do, it will take a lot of time, effort, and reinforcement. If ...
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