Non Verbals: Why They Are Killing Your Presentations
Non Verbals: Why They Are Killing Your Presentations (and what to do about it) Anyone who has ever sat through a briefing or presentation knows how quickly you can lose…
How To Use Slide Decks
(It's all about the visuals)If you hate building, using or watching presentation slides, you're not alone. While the technology to help us build those presentations has improved dramatically, little has…
Getting Meaningful Feedback From Your Audience
Many of us understand the challenges of giving and receiving constructive feedback after a presentation, briefing, or speech. It's essential to know if you've emphasized the right points, provided adequate…
It’s NOT Your Slides. It’s You
Those wary of slide presentations are not alone, despite Google Slides boasting 800 million monthly uses. The ubiquity of slide decks in both public and private sectors doesn't seem to…
What Your Team Gains From Communications Coaching
What Your Team Gains From Communications Coaching "The greatest mistake in communication is in thinking it's been achieved". That quip from George Bernard Shaw gives us some insight into why…
Senior Executives: Yes, you can have AI write your speech, but here’s why you might not want to
According to the latest report from McKinsey, 13 percent of us own up to using AI for 30 percent of our work tasks. While there isn't clear data on how…
Teleprompters: When And How They Can Help Public Speakers
Teleprompters are more accessible now than they've ever been. They can be as readily available and inexpensive as the nearest IPAD. But how do you know if using a Teleprompter…
What Are Your Non-Verbals Saying?
Executives: Don't undercut your own communicationIdentifying what's NOT working for others in public speeches or presentations is relatively easy. We immediately sense discomfort or boredom and can tell when the…
Looking for an Opening? Try Something New For Your Next Speech
The right start can make all the difference in how your next speech is remembered, or whether it's remembered at all. You only have a few seconds to either peak…
Conquering the Stage Fright: Some Tips and Techniques for Public Speakers
We know even experienced speakers can be prone to having some anxiety when speaking in public. It's still the least loved part of the job for many executives, whether speaking…
