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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...
Three good reasons to speak up in business
Three good reasons to speak up in business There are many people I have spoken to who HATE giving presentations and will go to extraordinary lengths to avoid putting themselves in a situation where they might have to stand up and speak out to a group, or to...
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...
Why you should say yes to public speaking
Why you should say yes to public speaking Are you asked to speak in public? And if you are, what is your response? Do you say yes to public speaking? The most common reason my clients give for starting work with me is that they have been asked to deliver a...
Are you fearful of speaking in public?
Are you fearful of speaking in public? For some people, the very thought of speaking in public is excruciating. Being fearful of speaking in public can stop them from putting themselves forward: it can hold people back from saying yes to speaking opportunities:...
How to cut the waffle
How to cut the waffleThis vlog talks about being clear and concise in your presentations, and how to cut the waffle!How to cut the waffle!Here’s the summary if you don’t have the opportunity to watch the video. Do you waffle? Have you ever worried that when you stand...
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 do you prepare? Shut the laptop
How do you prepare? Shut the laptop!This vlog talks about how you prepare for your presentations and an alternative to opening up PowerPoint.How do you prepare?Here’s the summary if you don’t have the opportunity to watch the video. How do you prepare for your...
Delivering inspirational presentations responsibly
Delivering inspirational presentations responsibly I’ve been watching Lessons from Chemistry. Specifically, there is an episode where one of the characters, Harriet, implores her friend Elizabeth to make use of the platform she has on TV to make a stand and...
The power of the pause
The power of the pauseThis vlog is about using the power of the pause to bring your talks to life.Introducing the power of the pauseHere’s the summary if you don’t have the opportunity to watch the video. What we're going to say...or not say When we stand up to give a...