The 7 Deadly Sins of PowerPoint Slides
I recently spoke at a conference, and arrived early enough to watch the presentation before mine. By the end, nearly half the audience members were on their phones,…
Read the RestHow to Write a Persuasive Speech Outline in 5 Minutes
Motivating others can be difficult under the best of circumstances, but giving a persuasive speech can feel downright impossible. People can hold onto their stance with absolute conviction.…
Read the Rest5 Mistakes Most Public Speakers Make
If you have a keynote speech, TEDx talk, or another kind of public speaking gig coming up, you may be struggling with how to write a speech for…
Read the RestWe have to get rid of “ums” and “uhs” when speaking, right? Not necessarily.
If you’ve ever been to a Toastmasters meeting, you’re well aware of what that organization calls “verbal pauses.” These are the things that speakers do when they fill…
Read the Rest