One challenge that I’ve been observing over the past several months with several clients is speaking up in meetings. In my coaching practice, I often work with clients who have received feedback that they aren’t contributing or speaking up in meetings. There are several reasons why this may be occurring: lack of self-confidence, inner fear […]
4 Benefits of Scripting Your Presentation
The investment of scripting your presentation on the front end generally yields a significant return on the other side. An often-debated topic in speech preparation is should one’s speech be scripted? In working with many of my clients, one of the challenges they are faced with is not having enough time to invest in developing […]
3 Ways Your Numerical Communication Can Be More Memorable
Knowing the basic principles of numerical communication can help us become more effective and persuasive communicators. A couple of months ago, I read “Making Numbers Count” by Chip Heath and Karla Starr who observed that we could lose our audience “when we don’t translate numbers into an instinctive human experience.” These translation techniques serve as […]
How to Create an Engaging Speaker Introduction
Although some may not regard their introduction as a high priority, a good speech introduction has many benefits for a speaker. I’ve recently had several clients who were preparing presentations to deliver this spring, and the topic of their introductions came up. How should they be introduced? What makes a good speaker introduction? My recommendation […]
10 Q & A Strategies for a Successful Presentation
In-person speaking is beginning to come back, so be prepared with these successful Q & A strategies. One of the make-or-break components of a presentation that many clients don’t think much about is the Q & A. For many informational speakers, it is a time in their presentation for audience interaction, to clarify the content […]
3 Top Tips to Help You Engage in Small Talk
As my clients are going back into the office, many are feeling awkward with small talk and in-person meetings and presentations. Small talk is important in our culture. Small talk enables us to quickly build rapport, connect with others, make a positive impression, and build trust. This results in developing and maintaining relationships that are […]