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Whether you’re speaking at a sales conference, giving a wedding toast, talking to a colleague, or having a discussion with your teenage son, there will be a time this week when you […]

People often use technology in their presentations, but all too often the technology, not the presenter, becomes the star of the show. You’ll want to be sure to limit the use of […]

Connecting with your audience is crucial whether you are selling an idea to the public or a product to a Fortune 1000 executive. It all starts with eye contact. Eye contact is […]

Too few people are introduced effectively when giving a speech or a presentation. We always advise speakers to write their own intros. It’s sometimes the only commercial you will get. Additionally, instruct […]

Achievers read voraciously because they know the benefits. Research shows that readers can write and concentrate better than non-readers. They also are quicker to pick up subtleties, and are better able to […]

We’ve talked at length about many of the tools we’re going to borrow from the actor’s toolbox. Face, eyes, and physical presence, which includes balance, movement, and gestures. Nothing exotic. Nothing outrageous. […]

Fire Your Bodyguard Ask yourself this: How comfortable would you feel the next time you take your car in to track down that annoying little ping if the mechanic had nothing but […]

Putting The Audience Center Stage Last month, we learned what the key traits of effective communicators are. This month, we’re diving into why it’s so important to put the audience first. Some […]