Presentation Planning & Public Speaking Skills

Most people dislike public speaking. In fact, the stats say 73% of people fear delivering presentations or talks. If you are one of the 73%, you don’t have to be. There is an abundance of standout books

Is it possible to become a charismatic speaker if you weren’t born with the talent?  Someone asked me that question at one of the first workshops I delivered as a public speaking coach. And it

One question I’m often asked as an executive public speaking coach is how to stop the habit of using filler words while delivering presentations or talking with colleagues. The people asking me how to stop saying um

Executives place a premium on time. Understanding this is the secret to successful presentations to the c-suite. Now, not all senior executives manage their time the same way, of course. Some tightly schedule their time

Would you be surprised to hear that practicing a presentation is as important as the words you actually share? And that you should spend as much time rehearsing your speech as you did creating your

Just like dating or applying for a job, the start of a business presentation is an opportunity to make a good first impression, to warm up your audience and pique their interest to hear more

Have you ever attended a presentation or speech and didn’t know when it was over? Maybe you were even unsure if it was time to clap or get up and leave? Your audience not knowing

What Is The Role of Introducing Yourself In a Presentation? Introducing yourself at the beginning of your presentation or keynote speech establishes your authority and credibility. Introducing yourself effectively can also pique your audience’s interest

Why Are Stories Such Powerful Tools for Presenters? Do your ears perk up when you hear the word “story”? Do you feel drawn in when someone tells one? Stories are primal. Stories connect us. Storytelling

Your personal and career growth will take a leap forward when you separate your ego from logic while giving or receiving feedback. I often see the ability to separate from being defensive, as opposed to