Here, then, are six fundamental rules for public speaking: Rule Number One: No matter how inadequate your speaking skills, don't tell your audience.
Ann Medlock | Posted 11.23.2009 | Media
A few weeks ago I was asked to talk at TEDxPugetSound, one of the many regional "franchises" that are now springing up. I was allotted 10 minutes to talk about "Global Heroes."
Keith Ferrazzi | Posted 09.26.2009 | Business
Last week's "Three Steps to Kick Social Anxiety" broke traffic records here. No doubt about it: Meeting new people puts us out of our comfort zone!
Keith Ferrazzi | Posted 09.19.2009 | Living
In a world of relentless competition, you can't afford to let social anxiety hold you back. It's a wasted opportunity. So what to do?
Jen Grisanti | Posted 08.29.2009 | Business
Presenting is an art. The key to giving a successful presentation is knowing how to tell your story.
Grant Cardone | Posted 08.11.2009 | Business
Speaking is one of the most powerful assets you have available to you in conveying yourself, your value and your ideas. The more effective you are at speaking the more effective you will be in life!
Tamar Abrams | Posted 05.30.2009 | Politics
As an English major and a person who's traveled extensively, I am delighted to hear President Obama honor the English language instead of butchering it.
Jerry Weissman | Posted 04.03.2009 | Politics
Bobby Jindal did sound like Kenneth the Page and that exposed and exacerbated the flaws in his message. While what you say is important, how you say it every bit as important.
Jerry Weissman | Posted 02.27.2009 | Politics
Barack Obama gestures to express himself, and he gestures quite often, but he usually keeps his movements contained. During the Inaugural, his gestures stayed within the width of his body.
Darrell West | Posted 02.22.2009 | Politics
Obama is a gifted public speaker whose ability to inspire hope, confidence, and optimism is legendary. He relates well to ordinary folks and understands how to communicate in terms people understand.
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 07.29.2008 | Business
I'm sure you have a lovely navel, but that doesn't mean I want to see it at the office. Yes, this is a rant. At the risk of sounding like my grand...
Joel Schwartzberg | Posted 07.17.2008 | Living
A job interview isn't all that different from a public speech, except that in interviews you sit down, listen more than speak, and are the world's expert on the topic, you.
Richard Laermer | Posted 07.14.2008 | Business
Majestic confidence is false -- it's fake. Looking into the future is uncertain except for those who read magic eight balls with an uncanny ability.
George Mitrovich | Posted 10.30.2009 | Living