#Public Speaking
Global speaker shares 3 tips for establishing your voice as a leader
Sam Cawthorn, Founder and CEO of The Speakers Institute, shares his 3 tips for establishing your voice as a leader in today’s cluttered digital environment.
Back to presentation basics: three tips to impress clients
“It’s not the employer who pays the wages. Employers only handle money. It’s the customer who pays the wages.” – Henry Ford You might have established a business under your name, but even if you’re the person with the most authority, you still have another boss to please: the client. The purpose of your sales […]
5 ways to unleash the market leader in your business
Being a market leader personally is important but being the market leader in your business is very important. I get asked what I attribute to my success in starting and running a successful business, and my response to that is easy. You have to be the market leader in what your business offers or does. […]
Are you making these 4 colossal seminar presentation mistakes?
Much of the fear and anxiety over public speaking boils down to the unknown or ambiguous elements of the presentation itself. Even a little bit of preparation can significantly reduce your anxiety.
The top 5 mistakes of public speaking
In my 21 years of presenting, facilitating and observing many other speakers, I’ve learnt some very powerful distinctions about what works and what doesn’t when it comes to speaking to any audience.
Successfully run the public speaking gauntlet
It’s a human trait that many detest public speaking. Yet like it or lump it, it’s a task that small business owners and entrepreneurs inevitably face.
Introverts can be great public speakers
Author and advocate for introverts Susan Cain offers three tips for quiet types to master the art of public speaking.
How to avoid going blank during a presentation
Have you ever been part way through a presentation and suddenly gone blank? You don’t remember where you were up to in your presentation and you look at your audience who in turn are watching your every move.
Why you need to become a good storyteller
A great story is memorable and easy to understand, and can engage and draw in your audience far more readily than a speech or presentation can. The good news is that effective storytelling is not as difficult as it might seem – being prepared is the key.
Mastering the art of public speaking
Yes, it terrifies many of us, but for a business owner, improving public speaking skills can be a real asset. It all starts with knowing your audience, making a connection, telling a story and involves plenty of practice.
How to get comfortable with self-promotion
Many people don’t enjoy talking about themselves, which poses a dilemma because as business owners, the promotion of a business is often closely linked with the telling of a personal story. Here’s a look at the skills needed to promote your business and personal brand.
Become a charismatic public speaker
How many times have you been to a meeting or presentation where you were bored out of your mind? Too many to count? To avoid becoming a yawn-worthy public speaker yourself, make use of the internet. One online option is Scene Change’s Presentation Channel. A monthly video program, which covers topics like being comfortable on […]