Many professionals today are expected to communicate clearly in environments that are fast‑moving, demanding, and constantly shifting. Meetings move quickly, decisions pile up, and people are often left trying to make sense of ideas that weren’t presented as clearly as they could be. Most teams are full of bright, capable people, yet the experience of[…]
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The 15 public speaking mistakes that quietly switch people off I’m sure you’ve experienced this. After five minutes of a presentation, your focus starts to wane. You glance at your phone. You wonder how much longer it will go on. The speaker hasn’t done anything obviously wrong. But somehow, you’re gone. That’s because audiences seldom[…]
Nobody Tells You This About Public Speaking: 5 Insights to Captivate Your Audience
General Jan 06, 2026
Let’s be real: public speaking can feel like standing in front of a firing squad. Your palms may sweat, your heart may race, and your mind may suddenly go blank, almost like a faulty computer. But here’s a nugget of wisdom: even the most seasoned speakers have faced anxiety. What sets them apart? They’ve discovered[…]
Are you one of the many professionals who dread the thought of speaking in front of an audience? Whether you’re presenting at a crucial meeting, captivating an audience at a conference, or pitching ideas to clients, public speaking can trigger anxiety. However, fear not! With the right techniques and consistent practice, you can become a[…]
In the world of public speaking and business communication, many presenters rely on polished slides, compelling stories, or impressive data. While these elements are helpful, the true secret to elevating a presentation lies in a less tangible but profoundly impactful quality: presence. The real power that makes an audience sit up, lean in, and act[…]
Here are 10 presentation tips for technologists and technical experts. Presenting technical work is often a key part of the job for engineers, data scientists, architects, and technologists. The best technical presentations don’t just demonstrate how much you know, they persuade, inform, and enable better decisions. The most common challenge technical experts face is overcomplicating[…]
How Presenting With Artificial Intelligence Can Make or Break Your Presentation
General Sep 20, 2025
Presenting With artificial intelligence is used in many business presentations and is often used in our own public speaking courses. I experienced this very recently. After presenting a business-related topic to the group, a delegate shared the fact that as she hadn’t had time to prepare for it, she asked ChatGPT to write it for[…]
Presenting complex information with technical or financial data all require the same skill: turning complexity into clarity without dumbing it down. Doing that well requires a mix of structure, storytelling, visual design, and mindful attention to audience needs. Here’s a practical guide to presenting complex information simply, powerfully, and mindfully. Start with purpose – Be[…]
If you worry about not speaking up at meetings at work as much as you’d like to, or as others may like you to, you are not alone. It’s a global phenomenon. Countless people, regardless of age, experience or seniority worry about speaking up at meetings every day. Why do so many people worry about[…]
Public Speaking for Children – A message for teachers and parents
Leadership, Mindfulness, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking, Storytelling Mar 26, 2020
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[…]
Are you a confident presenter and public speaker? – these 6 tips will help you
Communication Skills, Presentation Skills, Presentation Tips, Public Speaking Feb 19, 2019
Are you a confident presenter? Confidence is often cited as one of the most critical factors affecting professionals when it comes to presenting and speaking in public. In fact, it’s one of the biggest hurdles we help people to jump every day at Mindful Presenter. Regardless of status, experience or knowldege, many professionals want to[…]
7 Keys to Powerful Digital Presentations in Business
Communication Skills, Leadership, Presentation Skills Feb 04, 2019
In today’s world, virtual meetings and digital presentations are the norm. Presenting face to face is often an onerous task for even the most experienced business professional. Now we are increasingly called on to do it digitally. – Get close to the camera, but not too close. – Make eye contact, project energy and make[…]
21 Ways to Calm Your Presentation Nerves (That Actually Work)
Anxiety, Mindfulness, Presentation Skills, Presentation Tips, Public Speaking Aug 18, 2017
Most people don’t fear presenting because they lack the ability; they fear it because they were never taught how to do it. You can move through life for decades without ever standing in front of a group. Then one day, without warning, you’re expected to speak with clarity, confidence, and composure while a room[…]
A 60 Minute Masterclass in Public Speaking: Hillary Clinton
Leadership, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking, Storytelling Jul 31, 2016
Hillary Clinton concluded the speeches of the 2016 Democratic National Convention with a brilliant masterclass in public speaking in just under an hour. This is what we can take for her luminous speech: 1. What’s so important? Your message is the lifeblood of your speech or presentation, it’s the number one thing you want your[…]
“The America I know”: The politics of perceptiontrust?
Leadership, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Jul 30, 2016
The President of the United States and ‘would be’ President have both shared their perspective on ‘The America I know’. Barack Obama talks of an America which is “full of courage, and optimism, and ingenuity.” Donald Trump on the other hand knows an America where “illegal immigrants are roaming free to threaten innocent citizens.” It’s[…]
The Power of Storytelling in Public Speaking – Bill Clinton
Leadership, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking, Storytelling Jul 29, 2016
It’s no secret that storytelling is the new super power of public speaking in business, politics and even at home. In fact, it’s not new; stories have always been an intrinsic part of everyday life. A good story well told helps us to make sense of things, feel what the speaker feels and even change[…]
Michelle Obama holds the key to mindful presenting. Plenty has been written about the extraordinary oratory skills of Barack Obama. It seems to me that his wife Michelle Obama could give him a ‘run for his money’ at Toastmasters. America’s First Lady Michelle Obama gave an impassioned speech at the Democratic National Convention this week.[…]
6 Common Traits of Brilliant Leaders & Exceptional Presenters
Leadership, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Jul 21, 2016
Brilliant leaders and exceptional presenters have a great deal more in common than many people imagine. Some people may not associate strong leadership with effective presentation skills and vice versa. It is generally unwise to separate the two skills It’s worth making the distinction at this point that there are leaders and presenters. There are[…]
Theresa May – Andrea Leadsom: The Public Speakers
Communication Skills, Leadership, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Jul 08, 2016
On the 9th September 2016 Conservative Party Members will decide who will become the UK’s second female Prime Minister. It has been suggested that Theresa May’s experience as the longest-serving home secretary for over a century may be better placed to lead the UK through these challenging and uncertain times. On the other hand, support[…]
Having dutifully registered my EU referendum vote on Thursday I set my alarm a little earlier than usual for Friday morning to hear the result of our Nations fate. Whilst all of the votes hadn’t yet been fully counted at 5am it was unmistakably clear that the majority of my fellow citizens had decided that[…]
I often find it interesting that whichever aspect of life you may choose to focus on there is always an ‘exception to the rule’. When it comes to presenting and speaking in public many consider the number one rule to be the expression of passion. Every now and then a speaker raises his or her[…]
20 Reasons everyone needs to communicate effectively
Communication Skills, Leadership, Mindfulness, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking May 04, 2016
The ability to communicate effectively and with impact, is one of the most valuable skills in the world today. The 20 reasons everyone needs to communicate effectively 1- To persuade and convince others to do business with you or see things differently. 2- To create a personal impact and be remembered for the right reasons.[…]
Presentation Lessons from a Preacher: Joel Osteen
Leadership, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Apr 29, 2016
Presentation Lessons from a Preacher: Joel Osteen As a presentation skills coach I love to talk. That said, I made a decision many years ago that there are two things I would try my very hardest to avoid speaking about in public. Religion and politics Given that I’m neither a theologian nor a politician most[…]
It’s your attitude that makes all the difference – especially when presenting
Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Apr 21, 2016
I don’t think many people would argue with the idea that it’s your attitude that makes all the difference in life. Your attitude also makes a huge difference when it comes to public speaking and presenting too, which is often something many people overlook. A mindful presenter has an attitude of: Empathy Imagine the shift[…]
9 Great Presentation Tips to Influence Any Audience
Advice, Presentating training, Presentation Skills, Presentation Tips Mar 19, 2016
Life is full of great presentation tips. As a child my parents invested enormous energy trying hard to influence so much of my behaviour. At school, it seemed my teachers roles extended way beyond my academic development. They also had a plan to influence my thoughts and behaviour. Even my friends seemed to have their[…]
6 Keys to a high impact presentation strategy
Communication Skills, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Feb 28, 2016
Having a clear, compelling and concentrated presentation strategy is fundamental to the success of any business presentation There are countless books and articles written on ‘strategy.’ A great number make it sound so complex that it’s no wonder so many people find it confusing. Here is one of my personal favourite definitions: “What do you[…]
3 Bad presentation habits to watch out for
Communication Skills, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Feb 14, 2016
There are 3 bad presentation habits to watch out for Bad Habit 1 – Reading slides Interestingly when you ask people what they regard as a bad habits when it comes to presenting many will list features such as: – Hands in pockets – Arms folded – Saying ‘err’ and ‘umm’ too much –[…]
Presenting With Confidence Starts in the Mind
Mindfulness, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Feb 06, 2016
Presentation skills are no longer a “nice to have.” They are a defining factor in personal and professional success, as the ability to present with confidence is the platform on which we influence, persuade, and inspire others. The days when strong presentation skills were merely useful are long gone; today, they are essential. Despite their[…]
Presenting your monthly update at company meetings can be a challenge for many professionals. It is that last Friday of the month; time for the monthly update Everyone sits in exactly the same seat around the same table. They tell each other largely the same things they say each month. ‘Good morning, I’m here to[…]
Authenticity has long been one of the most respected and sought after qualities in leadership, presenting and public speaking. We live in highly competitive world. For many, our very self-esteem rests squarely on being liked, impressing people and an insatiable desire to look good. That’s why it’s so refreshing to hear someone speak who is completely[…]
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