The new year invites fresh starts. But effective communication skills aren’t about beginning again. They’re about finishing with intention. Even though we are three weeks into the new year, statistically, many people who set resolutions or goals at the beginning of the year have already stumbled and/or have given up. Ouch. The new year is […]
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Top 4 Challenges Speakers Face in Business Communication
Clarity, conciseness, audience focus, and practice—master these, and your business communication will lead, not just inform. Although many take some much-needed time off during the summer, it is also a time for reflection and possibly a reset. I was recently asked in a conversation: What’s the biggest mistake you see people make when it comes […]
Guidelines for Incorporating Humor Into Your Speech
One area that I have been working on is incorporating humor into the presentations that I deliver. Why add humor? Humor is a powerful tool in public speaking—it builds connection, increases engagement, reduces tension, and makes messages more memorable. Even light humor can warm up a room, and help you, as the speaker, feel more […]
4 Take-Aways From My TEDx Talk Experience
The insights I gained from delivering my TEDx Talk can be applied to any speech you plan to present. Being chosen to deliver a TEDx talk is not only an honor, it is the culmination of a lot of work prior to getting on the speaking roster. 4 take-aways from my TEDx talk experience: 1. […]
The 5-Step Process for Speaking at TEDx Events
Speaking at TEDx events will showcase your idea and its impact. Landing a speaker’s spot to speak on a TEDx stage is an exciting opportunity, and it is helpful to understand the mission and format of a TEDx talk. TEDx events are independently organized under the TED brand and aim to share “ideas worth spreading.” […]
How AI Tools Can Increase Our Productivity As Speakers
There are ways to leverage AI tools to help us be more effective with our written and verbal communication. With the ever-evolving world of artificial intelligence (AI), we can learn to leverage this digital tool in several ways to enhance our work, improve our presentations, and engage our audiences more effectively. Here are ways where […]