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by Jeannette Kavanagh - 2007-03-11
Every audience is unique and deserves a unique approach. So in as short a space of time as possible, learn as much as possible about who'll be listening to you. Their ages, gender breakdown, edu...
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by Jeannette Kavanagh - 2007-03-11
In most instances when you’re hired to make a presentation to a group, the group will behave in a civilised manner. Being realistic however, sometimes that won’t be the case. For example, ...
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by Randall E. Rhodes - 2007-03-11
Reducing speech anxiety, particularly when having to address individuals or groups, can be accomplished in several ways.Tip #1: First practice your speech in front of a mirror. Get used to hearing you...
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by Tommy Yan - 2007-03-10
It was Wednesday, 10:45 on a cold, overcast San Francisco morning. I was up next to give a three-minute talk on anything that came to mind. Nothing structured, rehearsed or memorized. It was ad lib&md...
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by Jeannette Kavanagh - 2007-03-10
FIRST : IF YOU DON’T FEEL CALM, FAKE IT. That’s right. If you cannot be genuinely cool, calm and confident yet, I’m going to show you how to pretend you are. H...
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by Judy Ringer - 2007-03-09
As a professional singer and speaker, I'm often asked if I still get nervous in front of an audience. I do. But I've learned to use my nervous energy – and minimize its impact. I practice ...
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by Daniel Gillogly - 2007-03-06
"3 Ways to Ruin Your Speaking or Singing Voice for Life"If somebody told me, “Go out there and ruin your voice for the rest of your life”, I could do it in less than 1 year. ...
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by Paul Downing - 2007-03-05
Design: At the design stage you need to identify the purpose and aim of your training. Why are you considering training? What is the need? Is there a shortfall in the skills level in your organisation...
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by Bronwyn Ritchie - 2007-03-04
Your voice is a powerful tool in creating the success of your speeches and presentations. Just on its own, it can make or break your public speaking. Use these five tips to learn how to harness the ...
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by Jeannette Kavanagh - 2007-03-03
General tip # 1: Please remember that aural (hearing/listening) and visual communication are very differentTo quote Dorothy Sarnoff, one of my favourite writers on the subject of public presentations:...
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by Michael A. Jones - 2007-03-02
The human mind has a tendency to wander when it is not focused or totally absorbed in activity or thinking. A challenge facing every public speaker therefore is to make a presentation that grips the a...
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by Paul B. Evans - 2007-03-02
Everyone will NOT like you as a speaker (or as a person for that matter).That may be the #1 thing you need to know to get over the fear of public speaking, or to not let unwarranted negative feedback ...
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by Michael A. Jones - 2007-03-02
The following 6 public speaking tips will ensure you open every presentation in a confident, interest-arousing style that will capture the attention of your audience:The Minute BeforeIn the minute be...
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by Michael A. Jones - 2007-02-28
Fear of public speaking affects some speakers more than others, but regardless of the level of experience a person has had, thorough preparation can have a massive impact on reducing the anxiety level...
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by Michael A. Jones - 2007-02-28
The way a public speaker finishes his presentation can have a big effect on how an audience will perceive the value of the material. The following 4 public speaking tips concentrate on making sure the...
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by Michael A. Jones - 2007-02-28
Knowing how to use volume skillfully can make a huge contribution to effective public speaking.Speakers who use just one level of volume, usually at low level, can almost guarantee having an audience ...
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by Aaron Lazar - 2007-02-28
When I was invited to be the featured speaker at our library’s annual meeting, I froze. My gut clenched. My palms sweated in nervous anticipation. I’m a seasoned speaker. But reading is di...
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by Lance Winslow - 2007-02-27
Before you can bust into the super stardom as a superb speaker you are going to have to be believable and work on your image. You need to brand yourself not only as an Expert in your field, but you mu...
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by Rich MacKenzie - 2007-02-25
The fear of public speaking is one of the worst phobias to suffer at the hands of - if not the worst! Sufferers can be almost paralyzed with the fear in some cases. In my clinic and via my products, I...
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by Michael A. Jones - 2007-02-23
Calls for "Speech, Speech" can send many men and women into panic and fear. Others may be given an assignment to present information before a group and feel overwhelmed by public speaking anxiety in t...