Like it or not, your audience, not you, decides on your credibility as speaker. Credibility is characterized as a speaker’s competence (knowledge of his/her subject matter) and character (trustworthiness and goodwill towards his/her audience). A speaker’s credibility can be a moving target as it can vary from audience to audience, and it can even change […]
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Speaking…with Gratitude
During this time of year, and particularly during this week, our thoughts turn to gratitude. Research has shown that giving thanks is good for us. When we shift our thinking to focusing on what is good, this positive change creates more good in our lives. People who show gratitude in their daily lives report fewer […]
Speaking In an Unfamiliar Venue
For most people speaking in public is a scary prospect. At best it can give you the butterflies, and at worst it can paralyze you. This stress can be multiplied when you are expected to speak in a venue that is unfamiliar. This sort of venue is one at which you are speaking whether it […]
Making a Great Impression: What Your Clothes Say about You
As communicators we are constantly sending non-verbal messages to those round us. These are messages we send loud and clear without ever saying a single word. We do this through several means including your stance, our body alignment, our hand gestures, facial expressions and even the way we dress. These cues send a telling message […]
The ABCs of Business Communication
Business communication is an area of study that anyone who is in business and leadership should keep in mind. It may seem overwhelming, especially to new grads or individuals who are new to the field and concept. Here are a few tips I like to call the ABC’s of Business Communication: Ask the question. Wait […]
Keeping Yourself Motivated while Speaking
When you are speaking to a group of people, keeping them interested and informed can be quite a task. There are many techniques and tricks that you can use to achieve this goal. However, there is something that most people do not think about until they are the one who is going to be speaking. […]