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To slide or not to slide? public speaking Jan 03, 2023

One of the speaker behaviors that elicits the most negative feedback from audience members is reading directly from slides.

So why do presenters continue to do it?

I think it’s a combination of fear/nervousness and the assumption (particularly...

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No one wants to hear “Good morning.” public speaking Dec 01, 2022

Let me clarify - "Good morning" is certainly polite, and it might be appropriate for some types of casual greetings. But it's not pithy or interesting.

When you’re delivering a speech, showing your face on Instagram stories, giving a...

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So…why work with a public speaking coach? 🤷🏻‍♀️ public speaking Nov 01, 2022

Depending on your goals, there are plenty of good reasons, but here are three to start.

Objectivity – A coach is an independent third party who can offer a new perspective on your goals and the potential paths to help you reach them. If you...

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Mirror, mirror... public speaking Oct 03, 2022

Hear me out…

Even though “practice in front of a mirror” has been common public speaking advice since the dark ages, it may not actually be a great idea! Here’s why:

It’s not a real experience! It limits your...

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My Superhero Origin Story about me introduction she speaks superhero Sep 09, 2022

Every superhero has an origin story - a tale about how they gained their powers, and why they decided to use them for the greater good. Some are based in tragedy and trauma, others are steeped in family tradition, and a few are simply...

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