 |
      
|
Charisma can be defined as having the confidence to be fully yourself – your most engaging, most charming, most energetic, attractive, vibrant, alive self. Our charisma training came as a result of a two-day workshop we did with the Marketing Director of a major corporation and his team. We were on the topic of charisma […]
Last week at my networking meeting, I asked my fellow team mates if they could make a list of 10 things that they are passionate about. Most of them raised their hands. “Really,” I said, “you are all that in touch with your passions?” “Ok,” I said, “I’m going to give you all a minute […]
The world has witnessed yet another slaughter of innocent people. I’m writing this blog post on June 17th, almost a week after 49 people were murdered in Orlando, Florida and the shock and dismay over this horrible act are still with me. How can a person be filled with so much hate, a hatred so […]
If you’ve spent any time at all in front of an audience, you know how powerful the ability to ‘be yourself’ is – if you can pull it off. The truth is that, for many speakers, it’s easier said than done. More often than not it can feel as though some other speaking ‘demon’ has […]
If you have to speak and give presentations for a living, chances are good that you’re always looking for tips on how to better engage your audience. Even if, like me, you’ve been in front of audiences for years, it never hurts to re-evaluate your ‘performances’ and see where there might be room for improvement. […]
As I have mentioned previously in my blog, my background is in acting. So many times in my life I have used skills I learned as an actor to strengthen and intensify my message as a speaker, coach and trainer. Better public speaking happens when you begin combining the skills you possess with facets of […]
Viki Winterton, founder of Expert Insights Family of Opportunity, has invited me to join her September 9th on Expert Insights – her excellent BlogTalkRadio Show. Viki brings together top visionaries and those on the rise as they share their wisdom, success secrets and the defining moments that have shaped their lives and encourages listeners to […]
Are you reading this article because you want to learn more about being powerful and having an impressive presence when you speak or present? Or are you reading it because of the “speaking” word, an action that you avoid at all cost? Let me tell you, I have lived both sides of that coin and […]
How many times have you heard someone say, “Oh, I don’t speak in front of people, because it’s too much pressure.” Or how about, “I get sick just thinking about it.” For many, the approach to public speaking is far from positive. But I have found that a colorful approach can be just the ticket […]
Question: What is more nerve wracking, exposing, vulnerable, or jeopardizing than making a speech or presentation in front of people? Answer: Making a speech or presentation in front of people and not having a positive feeling about how you look. Very few things in life can cause a person to feel as immediately uncomfortable as […]