Simple Steps to learning more about Public Speaking
7 Social Skills That Will Make You Seem More Likable Social skills are the skills we use to communicate and interact with each other, both verbally and non-verbally, through gestures, body language and our personal appearance. Human beings are sociable creatures and we have developed many ways to communicate our messages, thoughts and feelings with others. A social…
Evaluate Your Speaking Skills I have been going through some of my old Toastmasters items and I came across an old Communication and Leadership manual. As I was reading through it I found a checklist – statements about evaluating where you see yourself as to where you want to be. I thought I would share…
The Importance of Speech Titles Cozy Log Cabin Cheesecake doesn’t the sound of that roll across your tongue and make you salivate? That’s how your speech title should sound to your audience. This is nutrition month and time to think about health and energy and eating well and maybe a Cozy Log Cabin Cheesecake doesn’t fit…
Impromptu Speaking For many of us it’s the worst case scenario – suddenly having to deliver an impromptu presentation. Maybe your boss just asked you to say a few words about the project you are working on. Maybe you are at a networking meeting and have been asked to introduce yourself. Suddenly your throat is…
The History of Public Speaking Throughout the history of human civilization, people have been expressing their confidence and strength, not only by force, but also by the noble art of public speaking. The orators of ancient Greece were highly respected and valued in the community. Likewise, today’s world leaders are admired and esteemed when they…
Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone Recently I decided to participate in a challenge that was designed to help people step out of their comfort zones in a number of different ways. There were 21 challenges from Activating Google Analytics (Challenge #1 and one that I decided to tackle) to Hosting a Virtual Summit…
Can You Improve Emotional Intelligence? If IQ measures your mental intelligence, then EQ measures your emotional intelligence level. Most everyone has been taught that IQ is important for success in life. While people with higher intelligence levels generally have better career success than those with lower IQs, this is by no means guaranteed. The 21st…
10 Steps for More Effective Conversations If you have a strong ability to communicate, you can positively impact any interaction with another person. This is especially true when you know how to listen. A conversation is a two-way street, and simply being a great orator is not enough to make you a top-flight communicator. Aside…
The Secret Of Smiles And Eye Contact Today I’m going to let you in on a little secret. Actually, it’s two little things that if done combined, will make you instantly seem more friendly and approachable. That’s a big deal when your goal is to make friends and win people over. They are to smile…
Three Essential Skills by Sina Marasco DTM Eastern Division Director, District 73 I came across a post by Sina Marasco tonight and it caught my attention – Three Essential Skills – all of which can be learned in Toastmasters. Effective communication, Evaluation and Planning. “Here are three essential skills I wish I had learnt at school…