What Speaking Lessons Can You Learn From an Inaugural Speech?

NOTE: In the last year, any discussion related to politics became a source of contention. Unfortunately, I allowed this to impact the subjects of my writing about speech and public speaking. It kept me from sharing insight that could be helpful about the communication...

Improve Your Results With This Proven Speaking Process

Why You Should SCREAM at Your Audience When You Are Speaking Dr. Randy Harvey is an accomplished inspirational and entertaining speaker. He’s the 2004 World Champion of Public Speaking. He’s also the coach of the 2012 World Champion of Public Speaking. Randy has...

Open Your Speech to Grab Audience Attention

How to Alienate Your Audience With Your Opening Words When you start your speech, what are the first words out of your mouth? Typically, people say something like, “Thank you, ladies and gentlemen. It’s a pleasure to be here. Isn’t this great weather? What a great...