Truly exceptional presenting skills do not just happen. You can learn the skills in coaching, through a class, or maybe a video. Maybe you practice a little in your home or office getting the concepts just right. Then, you go…
I realize that I speak about Intention a lot, and I'm going to do it again. Many of you ask me how to keep your thoughts on track, how to keep from forgetting what you want to say, or even…
English is funny. You can be super sloppy with sounds and it sort of all works out most of the time. If, however, you are in front of the room it becomes necessary to get your language to travel further. Today…
We spend so much time sitting down. Among other things, this makes our Psoas less dynamic directly impacting our breathing. One solution is just to stand more, or maybe do a little exercise, and these are better than sitting for…
It seems that many people believe that their arms begin at the shoulder socket. They use their arms in this way and in doing so put a lot of stress on the shoulder. The arm is actually like a wing…
When we are presenting we are sometimes a bit preoccupied with how we look. Should we be moving? Are we speaking with our hands too much, or too little? Do we look dynamic? All of that is besides the point.…
One of the things I hear most often from prospective clients is, "I need to speak louder." This issue is a little complicated because it has a foot solidly in perception which is not a fixed point. Still, here are…
Many Americans under-articulate speech and in many settings, it just doesn't matter. Well, maybe it annoys your mom but no big deal, right? Wrong. Sloppy articulation can really impact whether people think you are qualified in professional settings. Luckily, this…
I have a virus. It has been camping in my throat like it owns the place for well over a week. Since it isn't casually contagious at this point (I checked), I've been going about my business. Teaching, speaking, practicing,…
If you do only one thing when you are faced with an audience of listeners, it should be this. Make eye contact with multiple people in the room. Breathe in slowly and breathe out slowly. Just that -- inhale and…