It is important to listen to what is being said with an open heart and mind. We often interpret what we are hearing from the space we are in, which does not always give us the correct information. Listen well, with empathy, to reduce conflict. To your speaking success Fran Watson
Any public speaking involves delivering information to people who are, in one way or another, waiting to get some information. This is a key reason why you should pay careful attention as you prepare to make your speech and as you plan to meet your audience. Some people are naturals at public speaking and getting…
AVOID DEVELOPING BAD HABITS DURING PRACTICE by J.A. Gamache Third place Champion at the 2001 Toastmasters International World Championship of Public Speaking When practicing a speech, don’t pause after you make a mistake. If you stop and start again, you might develop a reflex that will manifest itself on the day of your performance. I’ll…
How To Get Along With People Keep skid chains on your tongue; always say less than you think. Cultivate a low, persuasive voice. How you say it often counts more than what you say. Make promises sparingly and keep them faithfully, no matter what it costs. Never let an opportunity pass to say a kind…
To quote Mark Twain: “If you want me to give you a two-hour presentation, I am ready today. If you want only a five-minute speech, it will take me two weeks to prepare.” “The communicator’s job is to make the important, interesting”.- John Howze Remember that accomplished speakers set themselves up to deliver high-value information,…
By Eric Monse (edited by Fran Watson) I have a fear of public speaking. More precisely, I should describe it as a phobia. I’m not really scared, I just react badly when I get up in front of a large group of people. My blood pressure starts to rise, my skin starts to get flush,…
People have praised and respected over the centuries those who could speak well in front of a crowd. The audience is oftentimes left in awe at how these leaders express themselves well and eventually convinced them a great deal. Knowing how to speak well before a crowd is the best drawer of attention to a…
Body language is very important when delivering a speech. Have you ever seen our great leaders fidget or make unnecessary movements while addressing the nation? Since you are the center of attention while making the presentation, you should mind every move that you make so as not to bore or distract the people listening to…
How To Impress With Words In 3 Simple Steps By Michael Lee Knowing how to impress with words can help you in so many ways. It can help you communicate your message better, create more impact and get ahead. Using the right words is, of course, important in communication. But effective communication involves more than…
Use your breath flow to support your voice – Breathe properly, with the assistance of the entire trunk of your body. – Beware of your posture: don’t slouch when sitting/standing so that your air passages are aligned/not compressed and allow for free passage of breath. – Keep your upper chest, shoulders, neck and throat relaxed…