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Want to Know Why Your Weak Words Are Taking Away Your Power?

by | Nov 2, 2025 | Blog, Business Sales Presentations, Effective Business Communication Skills, Executive Leadership, Professional Career Development, Professional Speaking, Public Speaking Skills, Speech Coach

My speech coaching clients frequently hear me say, “Are you going to do it, or kind of do it? Remember, you do not ‘kind of’ or ‘sort of’ do anything.” Even seasoned executives who should know better use these weak words and phrases. Often,...

Do You Want to Inspire Action and Commitment? Use More Active Verbs

by | Sep 14, 2025 | Blog, Career Success, Communication and Marketing, Effective Business Communication Skills, Executive Leadership, Patricia Fripp Articles, Professional Speaking, Public Speaking Skills, Speech Coach, Speech coaching

At an all-day event, my client asked me to speak briefly to promote my afternoon session. I said, “I know your morning is full, just give me three minutes.” I only took two and a half. I began with an amusing story about a request for an interview, which made the...
Are You Missing Out on a Great Way to Improve Your Presentations?

Are You Missing Out on a Great Way to Improve Your Presentations?

by | Sep 7, 2025 | Blog, Communication and Marketing, Effective Business Communication Skills, Patricia Fripp Articles, Professional Speaking, Public Speaking Skills, Speech coaching

From Good to World-Class: How to Improve Your Presentations Socrates said, “Know thyself.” I say, “Put your words under the magnifying glass.” If you want to improve all of your presentations, here’s a simple process that works for seasoned professionals as well as...
8 Smart Steps to Set Yourself Up for Speaking Success

8 Smart Steps to Set Yourself Up for Speaking Success

by | Sep 1, 2025 | Career Success, Communication and Marketing, Executive Leadership, Professional Career Development, Professional Speaking, Public Speaking Skills, Speech Coach, Speech coaching

Even the most seasoned presenters know: preparation off stage sets you up for success on stage. Here are eight practical and frequently overlooked steps that will help you feel confident, in control, and ready to make your message memorable. Check in early. Arrive...

Do You Want to Build Emotional Connection with Your Audience? This is How

by | Aug 17, 2025 | Communication and Marketing, Effective Business Communication Skills, Patricia Fripp Articles, Professional Career Development, Professional Speaking, Public Speaking Skills, Speech Coach, Speech coaching

Eye Contact: The Silent Superpower in Presentations Suppose you want to connect with your audience on an emotional level. In that case, whether it’s one decision-maker, a boardroom full of executives, or a conference ballroom of hundreds, your eyes are one of your...