Yes, I know. We’re all in the midst of the holiday season. Which also makes it a near perfect time …
Items for Your Holiday Speaker Wish List
Wow. It happens every year. It’s December, and I find myself wondering where the heck the past year has gone. …
I Am Grateful For….
Gratitude is a word so often used these days, especially around this time of year. As we look forward to …
Is It Okay To Go Off Script?
You have the best of intentions. You’ve created, practiced, and are ready to deliver your presentation. You’ve been introduced and …
It’s All About Engagement!
This week, I was out dining with a group of people (which was a great experience in itself!). One person …
It’s Time to Introduce Yourself. Now What?
Picture this: You’re at a networking event (virtual or in person—it doesn’t matter). The person you’ve just been introduced to …
If You Don’t Use These Well, Your Talk is in Trouble
Have you ever been in an audience when this has happened? During a presentation, the speaker is talking about one …
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When Life Turns on a Dime, Who Will You Turn To?
The majority of my articles focus on topics directly related to the business of public speaking. Today, I’m going off …
Ready to Compliment Your Words?
In my last article, I addressed the question of how to start composing your talk, and shared 4 tips for …
Where Do YOU Begin?
Client: “I keep putting off working on my presentation because I just don’t know how to get it started!” “How …
Are We Taking Zoom for Granted?
I know, we’re exhausted hearing about it, but it’s been 2.5 years and covid is still impacting the way we …
Is It Your Content or Your Delivery?
This is a question speaker experts have debated for ages. My two cents? I’ve read many articles on this subject. …
OMG! Technology is Amazing!!!
When I sit down to write my articles, sometimes I already have a great idea in mind. Other days, well, …
LinkedIn: The Great Relationship Builder!
As speakers, besides seeking direct or indirect compensation for speaking, we’re generally looking for two results from our presentations and …
Have You Arrived?
A lifetime ago, when I was working at a small advertising agency, I remember doing my job and knowing I …
Really? You’re Not Perfect?
It happens to everyone. Sometimes more than once! You thought you were perfectly prepared for your presentation, but it was …
Are You Sharing Too Much?
As speakers, we have a fine line to walk. We have to be able to translate our expertise to our …
Why Planners Love Speakers with Niches
Back in my early years, I worked at a photo lab. One of the things I had to learn how …
Which Will You Run Out of First? Time or Confidence?
Let me set the stage for you. You’ve created a signature talk. You’ve been comfortably delivering your talk, in a …
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3 Strategies to Keep the Crickets Away!
Have you ever been in the position of sharing your problem-solving expertise with a group or an individual and all …
Can Your Peeps Count on You?
Even before I check my Facebook page, I know who’s most likely to show up in my feed. The same …
Top Ten Reasons Why Public Speaking Rocks!
I decided to borrow a page out of the David Letterman’s playbook for this month’s article. It’s my personal top …
A Tale of Two Talks
Talk #1: This meeting included everything I enjoy when I’m in an audience. The speaker presented material in a very …
Who Knows You’re Ready?
Since March of 2020, we speakers have been on a rollercoaster. At first there were no speaking events at all. …