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***Public Speaking is a Great Form of Free Advertising- ***Why the Soft-Spoken Voice Does Not Sell - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2009 from Nancy DanielsWhen people ask you to repeat yourself, do you think that you have been speaking loudly enough? Do you often get interrupted when you are talking? Do you feel that no one is listening to you? If you are soft-spoken, I’m sure that I just hit a nerve. You are being talked over or interrupted ...
Views: 2715 - Conquer Your Fear of Public Speaking - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2009 from John Di LemmeWe all know that being in the public eye is not only a huge part of running a business but also a key aspect to being taken seriously as a professional in Network Marketing, Sales, Corporate Relations, etc. Unfortunately, the fear of public speaking can make or break our success in life. ...
Views: 913 - Using a Microphone Like a Pro - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2009 from Gilda BonannoIf you have the option of using a microphone for your next presentation, use it. You will be able to speak at your normal volume while also allowing the audience to hear you without difficulty. Here are five tips on how to use a microphone effectively, without it being distracting: ...
Views: 973(2 votes) - Declutter Your Presentation - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2009 from Gilda BonannoA cluttered home or office can overwhelm you and make it difficult for you to find anything. Likewise, a cluttered presentation can overwhelm your audience and make it difficult for them to find your message. Here's how to cut out the clutter in your presentation so your message is easy to ...
Views: 921(3 votes) - ***Fear of Public Speaking: Is It Justified? - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2009 from Nancy DanielsThey say that man’s greatest fear is public speaking and that his second greatest fear is dying. According to Jerry Seinfield that means, "that most people at a funeral would rather be in the coffin than give the eulogy!" To my knowledge no one has died from public speaking. Your hands may ...
Views: 2632 - The Public Speaking List Machine - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2009 from Ali BrownDo you do public speaking? Then you've got an automatic list machine! Remember that in business, your fortune is in your follow-up. And publishing an ezine is the easiest, most automatic, and least expensive way to do this for you. The key is getting as many prospects on your list as possible ...
Views: 1011(2 votes) - ***How to Succeed in Public Speaking When Outside Stress Gets in the Way - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2009 from Nancy DanielsThrough my many years of speaking, teaching and training, I have found that by concentrating on the moment you can move ‘above’ the stress that you may be experiencing at a given time and deliver a dynamic speech or presentation. Most actors, musicians, athletes and public speakers as well are ...
Views: 2797 - ***Never Let Them 'Hear' You Sweat - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2009 from Nancy DanielsDoes your voice ‘shake, rattle and roll’ when you stand to introduce yourself or address an audience at the lectern or the boardroom table? When I started my voice improvement business back in 1989, I joined the local chamber of commerce and attended a new members’ orientation. The room was ...
Views: 2037 - Learn Stand-up Comedy: The 20 Word Rule - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2008 from Steve RoyeEveryone who tries to learn stand-up comedy already knows that… One of the biggest problems most new comedians face when they are trying to learn stand-up comedy is that they can’t seem to get to the punchlines quick enough in their act. In other words, the set-ups to the jokes are too long. ...
Views: 1774 - Giving a Presentation…Scarier than Death! - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2008 from Stephen TanzerIt makes grown ups cry, raises blood pressure, affects eating, causes people to sweat profusely, and makes for many sleepless nights. People have referred to it as being worst then facing death or dealing with dangerous reptiles like poisonous snakes. For many people the outcome is a diagnosis ...
Views: 1652 - ***Why Nervousness in Public Speaking Is a Good Thing - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2008 from Nancy DanielsAll the talk about eliminating your nervousness, putting a stop to nervousness, or defeating your nervousness, misses the boat on one basic fundamental: nervousness is a bonus. It can give you an edge that is an asset if you learn how to control it. Early in my career, one of my clients ...
Views: 2258 - The Fire Alarm Rings During Your Presentation - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2008 from George TorokAbout eight minutes into my breakfast presentation to the local chamber of commerce at a fancy restaurant the fire alarm rang. The alarm was annoyingly loud so naturally I stopped speaking and forced a smile. You can imagine my first thoughts. They were angry selfish thoughts. Why now? Why me? ...
Views: 1236 - ***Persistent Sore Throats More Than Just a 'Pain in the Neck' - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2008 from Nancy DanielsSome people can yell or talk non-stop all day and never experience hoarseness or sore throats; others cannot. Your voice is as individual to you as are your fingerprints: no two are alike. They may be similar but not exact. In that sense, your vocal apparatus is also unique. For 60 years, ...
Views: 1707 - Presentations, Profit and Power - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2008 from Dee DukehartLet the words begin. To be able to present well is to give water to the thirsty, color to the bland, and grace to the dancer, not to mention profit to the company and power to the message. It¡¦s a gift well worth wrapping in creative, clear, comprehensive and customized ...
Views: 1195 - Speaking Career Jobs - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2008 from James LloydWith the dismal job reports and the decline in our economy many U.S. employees are looking at alternatives. Some are considering a speaking career in the public speaking industry. Some have attended keynote speeches and thought to themselves "if that speaker can have a speaking career...then ...
Views: 759 - Worried About The Economy? Get Out And Speak! - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2008 from Lisa BraithwaiteHere's an understatement: the uncertainty of our current economy is making people tense. As an entrepreneur, you might be a little more anxious than those who are getting a regular paycheck. You're independent, self-reliant and self-motivated, but the feeling of not having control in times like ...
Views: 1422 - ***Why Public Speaking Is NOT Acting - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2008 from Nancy DanielsHaving read Jane Andrew’s article entitled Public Speaking is Acting, I wanted to take this opportunity to tell you why the best public speakers are not acting: they are communicating. Acting requires memorization of a script that has been marked by the actor; i.e., pause here, smile ...
Views: 2113(1 vote) - How to Handle Blunders and Mistakes on Stage - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2008 from David PortneyThere you are on stage - you're doing public speaking, training, or even a seminar, and you make a mistake. You trip over something. Or you spill your water. Or you click the wrong button losing your place in your presentation. Or your PowerPoint is somehow screwed up and looks very ...
Views: 1104 - Presentation Skills - A Beginner's Guide - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2008 from David PortneyIf you're new to public speaking, then let's start with an easy way of understanding presentation skills. Simply put, presentation skill is the process of efficiently, effectively, and elegantly communicating and transmitting your message to your audience. Your message may be simple or ...
Views: 1628 - When Presenting, Give Signs Like Nature - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2008 from Gilda BonannoHere in the New England region of the United States, autumn has arrived and winter is not too far behind. How do I know? The leaves have turned from green to gold and red, there is frost on the grass in the morning and the days are getting shorter. Nature gives clues that signal the end of one ...
Views: 892(1 vote) - Think of Yourself as a Speaker - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2008 from Gilda BonannoOften, people tell me, "I'm not a speaker so I don't have to think about presentation skills." I disagree. I think we are all speakers – yes, even you. Whether you talk to a small or large audience or in a corporate, academic or community setting, you are a speaker. If you give an update ...
Views: 838(2 votes) - Do You Fear Public Speaking ? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2008 from Simon GarmahFear of public speaking can prevent you from achieving great accomplishments that most of the people who have triumphed over the fear of public speaking are enjoying.you need to steal the light from your competitors by speaking in a breathtaking manner in front of others.for instance,in a ...
Views: 1200 - ***How To Make A 10-Minute Presentation When You Need 40 to Do the Job - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2008 from Nancy DanielsOne of the best courses I had in college was an English class on the 18th Century Novel. My professor assigned one book per week and would ask one question per book for which we were allowed to answer on only one typewritten, double-spaced page. The problem was that the question asked could be ...
Views: 3176 - 21 Tips For Conquering Speaker Anxiety - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2008 from Ruth Hegarty1. Gain experience. Stage fright diminishes with knowledge and experience. Experience builds confidence which is key to effective speaking. Most beginning speakers find their anxiety decreases after each speech they give. 2. Be thoroughly prepared for your speeches: do your homework and ...
Views: 1382 - Anything You Want To Memorize? - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2008 from A EasleyThe power of memory is immense. It allows us to gain knowledge that we can apply on our daily living or use in the future. Our memory is what basically guides us in earning things that will allow us to adapt to the demands of our daily life. It is through our ability to maintain peak memory can ...
Views: 763 - ***The Value Of The Anecdote - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2008 from Nancy DanielsIn public speaking, the anecdotes you include in your presentation can say a lot about you as the speaker. Simply put, the anecdote is a very brief retelling of a true account which can be humorous or interesting, but more importantly, is relevant to your topic. The value of the anecdote is ...
Views: 3214 - Fear Public Speaking ? - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2008 from Simon GarmahThe presenter reaches the head of the room and takes a seat at a table in a way that people at the back barely can see and hear him,as he begin with a paper in his hand and with a soft monotone.you have to struggle to hardly understand the gist of his topic.long sentences,miserable metaphors ...
Views: 908 - Interesting Speech Topics: How To Come Up With Interesting Speech Topics - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2008 from Michael LeeAre you having a tough time coming up with interesting speech topics? Are you tired of constantly dealing with the same speech ideas over and over again? Well, the truth is, many people are! To come up with interesting speech topics, you have to clear out your mind of those old, nasty cobwebs. ...
Views: 1719 - Top 10 Do Nots When Working With Meeting Planners - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2008 from Wendi McNeill1. Don't Be Demanding - Remember planners are only going to book speakers who they like, this is pretty basic but true, if you're too demanding and they don't like you or they don't feel there's a connection they won't hire you. So don't be so demanding that you've talked yourself right out of a ...
Views: 1335 - 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: 2412 - Public Speaking-Hidden Opportunities-Are You Looking? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2008 from Wendi McNeillYou've decided to become a speaker, you have the knowledge, the talent and the desire to share with the world! You have spent hours putting together the perfect presentation and the money to create a speaker kit along with an online presence . . . now what? Where will I find the opportunities ...
Views: 1332 - 7 Ways To Build Client Relationships - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2008 from Wendi McNeill1. Be Nice - I know it sounds pretty elementary but if you think about this for a minute it will make sense. How many people do you run across in a day that are crabby and in a sour mood? You don't want to interact with them nor be around them and certainly you don't want to do business with ...
Views: 1309 - 7 Common Mistakes New Public Speakers Make When First Starting Their Business - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2008 from Wendi McNeillIn this article I share seven of the most common mistakes that beginning speakers make when just starting their speaking business and how you can avoid them. This article is NOT about presentation skills or speech tips or even about conquering your fear of speaking but for those who are brand ...
Views: 1645 - ***Zero In On Your Smilers - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2008 from Nancy DanielsRecently I gave a presentation at a Summit Conference in New York City and was confronted with a very ‘tight’ audience. I was blessed, however, to have two women in the large ballroom who smiled throughout, nodding their heads in agreement with everything I said. The second blessing was that ...
Views: 1604 - Public Speaking - Practice, Practice, Practice - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2008 from Gilda BonannoWhen I was in high school, I played clarinet in the school band. Every afternoon, I climbed up the hill from the bus stop carrying my clarinet case and every morning, I trudged back down the hill carrying my clarinet case, still unopened and untouched. My performance on the clarinet failed ...
Views: 990(2 votes) - Bible Study Basics: Write Out Your Lesson - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2008 from Paula MarolewskiWhen I taught a class on how to lead Bible studies and teach in a group, the biggest push-back I received was when I promoted writing out - in full - your lesson for the week. People objected that writing out a lesson would squelch the Spirit of God and would make the lesson mechanical. After ...
Views: 1043 - When You Have Something Important To Say - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2008 from George TorokHow to emphasize the key points of your presentation so that your audience hears, digests and remembers your message. When you are delivering a presentation to your management, a proposal to the committee or changes to your staff they are not hanging on your every word. When you get to the key ...
Views: 1270 - Public Speaking: You've Finished Early -- Now What? - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2008 from Lisa BraithwaiteWe all worry as speakers about running out of time. What if my host cuts my time short? What if the audience asks too many questions and I fall behind? What we don't worry about enough is having too much time! What happens when you misjudge your time and finish too early? Now, finishing early ...
Views: 1416 - Examples Of Persuasive Topics For A Speech - How To Choose The Best One - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2008 from Michael LeeSpeeches are the kind of things that fall into the “you-don’t-want-to-mess-this-up” category. However, speeches should always be powerful. That’s how you leave a lasting impression on your audience. The first step in achieving this is by sorting through examples of persuasive topics for a speech ...
Views: 1530 - The Art of Public Speaking: The Winning Path to a Successful Presentation - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2008 from Simon GarmahThe first thing that run through your mind right after you assigned to give a presentation is: “how can I structure my presentation in an appealing manner so that it looks efficient?” the second question that follows soon after is: “how can I convey my presentation’s ...
Views: 750 - Acting Techniques for Professional Presence - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerIf all the world's a stage, it's no wonder those with performing arts backgrounds do so well in non-theater jobs like lawyer, engineer, architect, marketer, educator or business executive. And it's no coincidence that many businesspeople are turning to acting classes to help build self ...
Views: 2292 - How To Say A Few Words When You Are Not Prepared - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerSpeaking in groups and meetings is an essential skill for every business professional. You are expected to be able to share your ideas, expertise and experience to contribute to your company’s success. If you can’t speak up and speak out, you hit a glass ceiling past which you ...
Views: 2896 - Develop your Authentic Public Speaking Style - Seven Tips - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerWhen it comes to speaking, presenting or performing, each of us must decide how we are going to present ourselves to the world. We might each ask ourselves, “Will I create an image I think my audience will approve or will I risk presenting myself as I authentically am?” This ...
Views: 3017 - Easy Public Speaking with Hypnosis - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2008 from Michelle BeaudryYou Can Make the Change Happen Public speaking is the number one fear of humans; yet, since so many people do it so well, there must be an easy way for you to get up there on that podium just like the professionals: calm, relaxed, and giving the speech of your life. And that easy way is ...
Views: 1912 - Professional Styles and Techniques in the Art of Digital Wedding Photography - A Guide - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2008 from Manas CWhen people get sentimental, they usually flip albums and look at the pictures that depict the things that happened in their lives. These pictures are not simply pieces of colored papers with images for they can trigger deeply-seated emotions. Emotions vary depending on the memories attached to ...
Views: 1031 - Persuasive Speech Topics: 3 Hot Tips On Choosing Your Persuasive Speech Topics - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2008 from Michael LeeWriting a persuasive article can be quite fun yet challenging. However, before you even get to that point, you have to deal with choosing the right subject. Persuasive speech topics are usually more serious than subjects of other essays. You have to think of something that has weight and has two ...
Views: 3483 - Public Speaking: Spice Up Your Presentation With Storytelling - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2008 from Lisa BraithwaiteWe've all heard this public speaking advice: "Tell them what you're gonna tell them. . . tell them . . . tell them what you told them." The problem with this advice is that it's simplistic. It's also boring. On the one hand, this is a classic way to structure a presentation. On the other hand, ...
Views: 1343 - The Art Of Public Speaking : Build Connection With your Audience - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2008 from Simon GarmahHave you ever wondered what is the skeleton key the advanced public speakers possess and as a result stick out from the crowd? Do you really want to know? First things first, a novice tends to make sure that every single aspect of his presentation goes as he has already planned and seeks to ...
Views: 988 - Presentation Skills - Simple Strategies To Help You Take Control Of Your Nerves When Presenting - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2008 from Robert CarterWhether it’s presenting to your manager, a team of colleagues, or pitching for new business the success of any presentation is dependent on structuring a clear message and delivering that message with confidence and conviction. Obviously, confidence is a crucial element but if for you ...
Views: 3211 - Conducting Effective Meetings - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2008 from Maria KuroshchepovaEvery time I go to a business function I try to compile a "lessons learned" list: how well the event was organized, what could be done better, how good the agenda was and - most of all - how were the public speakers. I do this with the purpose of improving my own event organizing and public ...
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