Sep 13, 2023 | Business Presentations, Executive Speaking, Fear of public speaking, Leadership Skills, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips, Speaking Tip, Storytelling, Toastmasters International
Look at any list of fears, and one of, if not the top listed is (cue spooky music): Public speaking But, is it our biggest fear? Since an early age, you’ve been standing in front of other people and talking. Public speaking isn’t the horrible, fear-inducing monster...
Sep 6, 2023 | Advanced Public Speaking Skills, Business Presentations, Leadership Skills, Persuasion, Presentation Skills, Professional Speaking, Public Speaking Tips, Sell with a Story, Speaking Tip, Storytelling, Virtual Presentations
Imagine a group of people floating on small rafts down a river. The water flow is calm and smooth. It’s a serene experience that leaves them relaxed and comfortable. In the speaking world, this is the equivalent of delivering a talk that’s predictable, requires...
Aug 30, 2023 | Business Presentations, Connect with Every Audience, Executive Speaking, Leadership Skills, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips, Sell with a Story, Speaking Tip, Storytelling
Associations are pivotal in offering resources, knowledge, and networking opportunities for various professionals. Yet, they often face hurdles in establishing effective communication. Major communication challenges can cost you money and reduce your influence with...Aug 30, 2023 | Leadership Skills, Marketing, Professional Speaking, Public Speaking Tips, Sell with a Story, Stand OUT! Speaking Tip, Storytelling
In the movie Glengarry Glen Ross, Alec Baldwin utters a famous line, “ABC… Always Be Closing.” It’s memorable and a decades-old mantra in the sales profession, but there’s a problem: In the long run, it doesn’t work! Yes, salespeople sold a lot of products and...
Aug 22, 2023 | Interpersonal Communication, Leadership Skills, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips, Speaking Mistakes, Speaking Tip, Stand OUT! Speaking Tip, Storytelling, Tell a Story, Make your Point
Storytelling can be a powerful tool to communicate ideas and inspire others. But, there are scenarios in which it might not be the most effective or appropriate approach. Here are some situations when stories might not be ideal for leaders: 1. Not every situation...
Aug 9, 2023 | Interpersonal Communication, Leadership Skills, Negotiation and Persuasion, Personal Development, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips, Sell with a Story, Speaking Tip, Stand OUT! Speaking Tip, Storytelling, Tell a Story, Make Your Point
Barbara is the founder of Elysian Tech. She wants to align her executive team with the Barbara is the founder of Elysian Tech. She wants to align her executive team with the company’s new strategic direction. She recently delivered a presentation that she hoped would...