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Unlock the Magic of Engaging Openings – Techniques 6 to 11

by Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE | Aug 20, 2023 | Blog, Communication and Marketing, Effective Business Communication Skills, Public Speaking Skills, Speech Coach

Your ability to engage an audience is more than just a technique; it’s a disciplined approach that weaves together various elements to create a captivating experience. Following up from part one The Power of Your Opening – Unleash the Potential of the First 30...

“The Rule of Three” Makes Magic – Do You Cast This Spell On Your Audiences?

by Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE | Jul 8, 2023 | Blog, Patricia Fripp Articles, Professional Career Development, Public Speaking Skills, Speech Coach

“The Rule of Three” is a writing and speaking principle suggesting that a trio of events or characters is more humorous, satisfying, and effective than other numbers. The trio format holds a unique appeal to audiences. The use of three elements offers brevity, rhythm,...

Would Yoda Make a Great Public Speaker or Not?

by Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE | May 4, 2023 | Professional Speaking, Public Speaking Skills, Speech Coach

If you are a fan of Star Wars, you know Yoda is a fictional character in the Star Wars universe, first appearing in the 1980 film The Empire Strikes Back. He is a small, green humanoid alien who is powerful with the Force and is a leading member of the Jedi Order...

This Habit Will Dash Your Hopes of Success. Do You Irritate Your Audience?

by Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE | Mar 31, 2023 | Blog, Effective Business Communication Skills, Professional Speaking, Public Speaking Skills, Speech Coach

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 meeting, or you will be giving a formal talk. Perhaps you deliver sales presentations. To present,...

“Feedback is the Breakfast of Champions.” Is it Really? Think Carefully

by Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE | Feb 23, 2023 | Blog, Effective Business Communication Skills, Public Speaking Skills, Speech Coach

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 accepted an invitation to speak at my local Toastmasters Spring Conference. They considered me a...

Your First 30 Seconds: Innovative Openings Launch Memorable Meetings

by Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE | Dec 22, 2022 | Effective Business Communication Skills, Fripp & Associates Articles, Leadership & Team Building, Patricia Fripp Articles, Public Speaking Skills, Speech Coach

Can you imagine how exciting it was, back in 2009, to sit in an aisle seat reading an airline magazine and see others read the same article? Especially as I was heavily featured in what they were reading. After reading it, I thanked Leonard Navarro for opening his...

Unlock the Magic of Engaging Openings – Techniques 6 to 11

“The Rule of Three” Makes Magic – Do You Cast This Spell On Your Audiences?

Would Yoda Make a Great Public Speaker or Not?

This Habit Will Dash Your Hopes of Success. Do You Irritate Your Audience?

“Feedback is the Breakfast of Champions.” Is it Really? Think Carefully

Your First 30 Seconds: Innovative Openings Launch Memorable Meetings

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