Rehearsal Is the Work in Sales Presentations Oscar winner Sir Michael Caine said, “Rehearsal is the work; performance is the relaxation.” That applies equally to delivering...
Expert Advice about Presentation Skills from Patricia Fripp
What Happened on April 18? A few highlights.
On the evening of April 18, 1775, Dr. Joseph Warren summoned Paul Revere and gave him the task of riding to Lexington, Massachusetts, with the news that British soldiers...
Looking for a Great Suggestion to Help You Make More Sales?
Have you noticed, some of your prospective clients act as if they have attended a seminar on How to Resist a Good Sales Presentation? Even the most hardened prospect can’t...
This Habit Will Dash Your Hopes of Success. Do You Irritate Your Audience?
Whenever you open your mouth, whether your audience is one person or one thousand, you want to get a specific message across. Maybe you want your opinions heard at a...
Want to Know a Terrific Technique That Transforms Speaking and Writing?
As a speech coach, I introduce my clients to the importance of using parallel structure in speaking and writing. Parallel structure, also known as parallelism, is the...
What Do You Do with Your Hands When Speaking?
As a speech coach, one of the most common questions I am asked is, “What do I do with my hands when I speak in public?” It’s a question that is natural to ask. This is what...
Help! How Do I Deliver a Great Presentation? Lose Your Sloppy Language
The World is Full of Sloppy Speakers...You Do Not Want to Become One Many excellent presentations sound "conversational." However, be aware that there is a distinct...
Do Your Irritate Your Audience With Non-Words
Do Your Irritate Your Audience? Whenever you open your mouth whether your audience is one person or one thousand, you want to get a specific message across. Maybe you want...
“Feedback is the Breakfast of Champions.” Is it Really? Think Carefully
Is breakfast the breakfast of champions? That depends. Who is delivering the feedback? Are they qualified to give it? What is requested or unsolicited? Many years ago, I...
You Have Achieved Great Success. How Do You Talk About It Without Showing Off?
Have you noticed that some people are very uncomfortable talking about themselves even when they are very successful? This may be because when you were young, your parents...
Techniques Behind Memorable Stories
Techniques Behind Memorable Stories Many presenters make the mistake of thinking that a story must be dramatic and life-changing to be memorable. In reality, we can garner...
How Do You Accept an Award? Be Prepared for When It Happens
Be Gracious; Be Modest; Be Prepared! Tips on How to Give an Acceptance Speech Accepting an award is like walking a tightrope. You need to be gracious, grateful, and humble,...

