Al Gore, A Public Speaking Role Model?

TJ Walker explains why Al Gore speaking style should be studied.

Change Your Speaking Pace

Many presentations are boring because their pace is exactly the same throughout. Whether the speaker reads a script, follows a PowerPoint or just works from an outline, the word flow is coming out at roughly the same speed and same volume. SLOW DOWN!

Unaccustomed As I Am To Public Speaking

Who doesn’t dread hearing a speaker at a wedding beginning with the words, ‘I’m not used to speaking in public.’ Inevitably this is followed by a long speech which proves the truth of the speaker’s opening remarks, or a very short speech which is also bad, but only for a short time

Be Prepared: Working With a Professional Speaker

Know what to expect when you hire a speaker so your event is professional and polished.

Argumentation: Use These Five Factors to Enhance Your Reasoning Ability

Argumentation need not be adversarial. Used effectively, it can capture audience attention and enhance a speech. Do you know the five factors to consider when putting together an argument? Do you know how to avoid confrontational?

#1 Rule of Becoming a Successful Speaker - Be (very) LAZY!

A fresh and witty take on how you and me can become successful speakers, just by avoiding all the hard work. Extremely useful, with several takeway points.

Public Speaking Basics

There are a lot of tips and advice on delivering a well planned and perfectly executed speech. Lets try and consider the few basic points of good public speaking

What Does A Speaker Do When Everything Goes Wrong?

If you're a speaker you have worries. You may worry about Power Point not working, or arriving late at a conference, and other things. Things can and do go wrong. This author tells about her talk at a conference where lots of things went wrong and turned out right.

Public Speaking Phobia: What Are The Underlying Causes?

Even though the experience of a public speaking phobia is universal the underlying causes are not. In order to effectively address this problem it is essential to address the underlying cause. This article will show you how.

12 Surefire Strategies For Overcoming Your Fear Of Public Speaking

For many people the idea of speaking in public can be absolutely terrifying! And sociologists report that the fear of public speaking ranks even higher than the fear of death. Not to worry. Here are 12 surefire strategies to eliminate stage fright and the fear of public speaking.

Body Language in Public Speaking

When speaking in public you need every weapon available to ensure success. Focussing on getting your body language just right significantly contributes to a successful presentation. Plenty of research shows that the message the audience picks up comes predominantly from your visual body language

How To Lose Your Public Speaking Fear While Simply Listening Passively

You'd don't have to do any work at losing your public speaking fear. Listening passively for a short time is enough with this new and powerful approach.

Public Speaking Training- Six Key Elements to Look for In Any Public Speaking Training

Outstanding public speakers are made not born. Public speaking training is essential no matter what your aspirations. Here are 6 elements to check in any public speaking training.

Public Speaking Skills Can Help you Ge on Radio and TV

Explains how skills as a public speaker can be used to help you as a radio or TV guest.

How I Conquered My Public Speaking Phobia

As recently as 8 years ago I was absolutely paralyzed by the thought of speaking at conferences. Now most of my career is focused on presenting in front of crowds of hundreds of people and I love it. You can too!