What do you think of public speaking for children? The benefits of learning to speak confidently in public at the youngest possible age can pay huge dividends. Lessons in public speaking for children can help young people: – Boost their personal confidence and self-esteem – Value their voice and express themselves openly, with greater ease[…]
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Public Speaking for Children – A message for teachers and parents
Leadership, Mindfulness, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking, Storytelling Mar 26, 2020
The Graduate’s Guide to Delivering a Standout Interview Presentation (And the Principles Every Presenter Should Know)
Anxiety, Communication Skills, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Jun 15, 2019
An interview presentation isn’t something most people look forward to. In fact, I’m not sure I’ve ever met anyone who genuinely enjoys being interviewed. Soon, universities across the country will be celebrating another graduating class, a moment filled with relief, pride, and possibility. After years of intense study, young people everywhere will finally close[…]
How to Become a More Confident Presenter
Communication Skills, Presentation Skills, Presentation Tips, Public Speaking Feb 19, 2019
Confidence is one of the great illusions of public speaking. From the outside, it seems like a personality trait, something you either have, or you don’t. But behind the curtain, there’s something much more fascinating: most confident speakers aren’t naturally confident at all. They’ve just learned how to control their mind, body, and attention[…]
7 Keys to Delivering Powerful Digital Presentations
Communication Skills, Leadership, Presentation Skills Feb 04, 2019
In today’s world, virtual meetings and digital presentations have become the default. If presenting face-to-face can feel daunting even for experienced professionals, doing it via a webcam often presents an entirely different challenge. Suddenly, we’re expected to control lighting, framing, eye contact, energy, interactivity, background choices, and the skill of keeping people engaged while they[…]
Every Presentation Is a Conversation — And Kindness Is the Most Powerful Tool You Have
Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Jan 22, 2018
Every presentation starts long before you speak. It begins with the intention you bring into the room, and when that intention is kindness, kindness towards yourself and towards the people you’re speaking with, everything about the experience changes. Imagine the impact you could have on your audience, and on yourself, if kindness was the foundation[…]
Your Audience Isn’t Listening for Information — They’re Waiting for a Journey
Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Jan 15, 2018
When you walk into the office on a Monday morning, and your boss says, “Don’t take your coat off, we’re going straight out,” your mind immediately searches for clarity. Where are we going? Why are we going there? How are we getting there? Your audience feels exactly the same way the moment they sit down[…]
