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Want to Be Better at Public Speaking? Stop Trying to be Perfect!
Want to Be Better at Public Speaking? Stop Trying to be Perfect!

by Julius Anton
Our self-inflicted pressure of having to deliver the perfect speech contributes to the fear of public speaking. Here’s one of many tips on public speaking to help reduce that fear.
Do you want to …

Outstanding Presentations Start in the Mind: Five Presentation Skills Secrets for Overcoming Your Fear of Public Speaking
Outstanding Presentations Start in the Mind: Five Presentation Skills Secrets for Overcoming Your Fear of Public Speaking

by Ed Sykes
Laurie: Pretty much everyone has experienced the fear of public speaking. In business, being able to speak in public is one of the most important skills for managers. This article outlines excellent tips …

The Three P’s of Public Speaking
The Three P’s of Public Speaking

by Nancy Daniels
Laurie: Nancy Daniels has a lot of knowledge and offers good advice on public speaking. In this article, she oulines some important tips on public speaking.
When it comes to public speaking, the three …

Dale Mercer’s Step Up and Speak!
Dale Mercer’s Step Up and Speak!

by Laurie Wilhelm
Much of your success in the workplace relies heavily on how well you can communicate with those around you.
You need to be able to express yourself effectively. You need to be able to …

Body Language and Interpretation: How to Find the Most Important Person in the Room
Body Language and Interpretation: How to Find the Most Important Person in the Room

by SharĂ­ Alexander
Understanding body language and interpretation is a skill not just reserved for public speaking. It’s useful to know in any social situation to better understand the relationships between individuals as well as how …

How to Change Your Accent – Let’s Talk About Vowels
How to Change Your Accent – Let’s Talk About Vowels

by Emma Serlin
Annunicating well can be challenging – especially if the language you’re speaking is your second (or third or forth…). Improving your speaking skills are essential if you want to be better understood and …

How To Organize An Impromptu Speech
How To Organize An Impromptu Speech

by Kevin
While this article is about impromptu speaking, these tips can also help you if you’re looking for a technique on how to answer interview questions.
Impromptu speaking is tough.
If you’ve ever watched the contestants …

Always Leave Your Audience Wanting More
Always Leave Your Audience Wanting More

by Nancy Daniels
There is nothing worse than sitting in the audience, checking your watch as you wait for the speaker to close, knowing your presenter still has 8 more main points to cover and you …

Five Ways to Improve Your Body Language
Five Ways to Improve Your Body Language

by projectmanuk
Body language can add or detract from your communication. Know which to use to your advantage and which to avoid.
Your body language is an integral part of your interpersonal skills. Understanding and controlling how …

Public Speaking Tips: Alain de Botton
Public Speaking Tips: Alain de Botton

by Laurie Wilhelm
Alain de Botton, A Kinder, Gentler Philosophy of Success
Alain de Botton is a very different public speaker than Anthony Robbins. (See last week’s post about Anthony Robbins and public speaking.)
Public speaking presentations don’t …