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Expert Advice about Presentation Skills from Patricia Fripp
Behind the Scenes with a Presidential Speechwriter: Insights from Terry Szuplat
Recently, at the Professional Speechwriters World Conference, I had the pleasure of attending a half-day seminar delivered by Terry Szuplat, author of Say It Well: Find Your...
Do You Know the Best Technique to Build a Relationship with Every Audience?
I was once asked for the number one secret of presentation success. My reply was, “There is no one secret; however if there were, it would be that your subject is of...
As a Speaker Do You Enjoy the Luxury of Being Remembered and Repeated?
Your Soundbite Statement, AKA Your Foundational Phrase Within your stories is a foundational phrase. This short sentence gets your point across or summarizes your story. It...
When A New Relationship Is Worth Millions Remember This Advice
How do you handle a sales presentation when a new relationship is potentially worth millions? These four principles will help you and your sales team build a strong...
How to Calm Your Nerves Before Every Presentation
Are you ready to learn how to calm your nerves before your next big presentation? Want to know a secret? Even the most seasoned speakers feel slightly nervous before a...
How to Appreciate Your Life Experiences and Transform Your Speeches
When I talk to my executive speech coaching clients, I always say, “Your life experience is a reservoir of unique experiences and insights.” I love to ask questions that...
Want to Drive More Sales? Nobody Can Resist a Good Story Well Told
Want to Drive More Sales? Nobody Can Resist a Good Story Well Told Please do not overlook one of the most powerful tools in sales—storytelling. If you’re in sales, you might...
Let Us Set the Record Straight: Clarifying the 7-38-55 Rule
The famous 7-38-55 Rule from Albert Mehrabian’s research is often misquoted, especially when people try to apply it to public speaking or keynote addresses. Let’s set the...
Want to Know the Secrets of How to Become a Speaking Superstar?
Want to Know the Secrets of How to Become a Speaking Superstar? If you want to become a speaking superstar, control your pace and embrace the power of the pause. Think of a...
How to Connect with an International Audience: Secrets of Working Effectively with Interpreters
The dictionary tells us that “translate” is a verb and means to change from one language into another or form or medium into another, essentially making sense of a language....
Are You Overlooking a Powerful Tool to Create Compelling Content?
As a presentation skills expert, I often tell my clients that the best content for their talks comes from unexpected places. Often in fascinating conversations with...
