Posts Tagged ‘speaking’

How Do I Hold this %&$#! Microphone?!

How Do I Hold this %&$#! Microphone?!
Last time we started our “Top Tips for Your Next Speaking Engagement”.  This is Part 2 of better microphone usage: Microphones can be handheld or lavaliere—the kind that clip to your clothing. When using a handheld mic, make sure it doesn’t block your face. You want your audience to see AND...
April 20th, 2010 | Home | Read More

Be Heard. Get Results.

Be Heard. Get Results.
Often, we may become so wrapped up in describing what we do, that we lose sight of how to make an impact. When given the opportunity to participate in an event with a “before” and “after” block of time to connect with business professionals in your community, keep these thoughts...
April 9th, 2010 | Home | Read More

Winning the High-Stakes Presentation

Winning the High-Stakes Presentation
Playing the public speaking game  Most of us have to, at some point or another, make a presentation before an audience. Any form of public speaking can be daunting, to say the least. But, what happens when you’re faced with the challenge of giving a “high-stakes” presentation? You know,...
March 3rd, 2010 | Home | Read More

Before You Speak – Get It In Writing

Before You Speak – Get It In Writing
Picture this: There you are…taking the stage with authority and confidence, about to deliver the speech you’ve spent months honing. You made the investment in professional coaching, you discovered your authentic voice, and you rehearsed your presentation from one end to the other and back again....
February 11th, 2010 | Home | Read More

Before You Speak – Get it in Writing! Picture this: There you are…taking the stage with authority and confidence, about to deliver the speech you’ve spent months honing. You made the investment in professional coaching, you discovered your authentic voice, and you rehearsed your presentation from...
February 2nd, 2010 | Home | Read More

Nixing Public Speaking Nerves

“I can hear my heart pounding in my ears, my mouth feels like it could dispense cotton balls at any moment, my hands get cold and clammy, and I’m dead certain everybody within ten feet can hear my knees knocking together.”  Sound familiar? If so, then you’ve probably done some public speaking...
January 27th, 2010 | Home | Read More