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Stand out when you speak
Stand out when you speak - don't be bland This vlog talks about identifying an angle and a perspective for your talk that will help you to stand out when you speak and to have influence.Here’s the summary if you don’t have the opportunity to watch the video....
How to deliver a TEDx talk – what you need to know
How to deliver a TEDx talk - what you need to know "Doing a TEDx talk" on your to-do list? Here are some things to think about. In my line of work as a speaker coach, I come across many people who are intrigued by the prospect of delivering a TEDx talk. Some...
Where does the fear of public speaking stem?
Where does the fear of public speaking stem? One of the workshops I run is called Phenomenal Woman. The subtitle is – helping you to step up and into the spotlight. I am mindful that while some people want to step into the spotlight and have decided that they...
What stops you from speaking up?
What stops you from speaking up? What stops you from speaking up? Here are some of the barriers to speaking in public that I have experienced myself and seen my client's experience.Your response might be you don’t want to forget your words, waffle or wander off...
Common Mistakes in presentations – helped by AI
Common mistakes in presentations – helped by AI Does Chat GPT know what the common mistakes are in presentations? I asked ChatGPT to tell me what were the common mistakes in presentations. It came up with a list of 13 5 of the 13 were to do with slides., and of...
Speaking up – and creating conflict
Speaking up – and creating conflict Conflict means different things to different people. But understanding this can improve our communication. Picture the scene They were going at it hammer and tongs. I was mortified. Watching in fascination but equally...
How to craft an idea into a TEDx talk
How to craft an idea into a TEDx talk You stand on a red circle on stage. You take a deep breath. This is your moment, your opportunity to share your idea. You step forward….it is time for your TEDx talk.Many people approach me because they want this...
Talk about your business – how to present yourself with impact
Talk about your business - how to present yourself with impact ‘What do you do?’ It sounds the most innocuous question but it can be the hardest one to answer clearly, concisely and with impact. Does that matter? Yes, if you want people to understand, connect...
Focusing on the people in your audience; the persuadables
Focusing on the people in your audience; the persuadablesThis vlog talks about focusing on the people in your audience – whether they’re advocates for you, the ones who’ll never come round to your way of thinking, and those who can be persuaded…the...
Who is ready to hear what you have to say?
Who is ready to hear what you have to say?This vlog talks about people in your audience being ready to hear your message, but also how to connect with them if they’re not quite ready yet. It will help you identify who is ready to hear what you have to say.The people...
Who are you talking to – Real human beings
Who are you talking to? Real human beings.This vlog is about how you can connect with your audience by remembering that you are talking to real human beingsThink about your audienceHere’s the summary if you don’t have the opportunity to watch the video. Who are they...
Why people should prepare for presentations (and don’t)
Why people should prepare for presentations (and don’t) Most people know that preparation is GOOD THING when it comes to public speaking but not everyone knows HOW to prepare for presentations.Why don't people prepare for presentations? Here are four reasons...
Are You Ready to Stand Up, Speak Up & Stand Out?
