Receiving Presentation Feedback -- Some of the Ins and Outs

As a speaker, I want to know how I am doing. However, I think that asking for and receiving feedback can be one of the hardest parts of working on our skills that exists.

Successful Presentations by Panels -- The Secrets

Recently, I was a presenter on a panel consisting of three other women entrepreneurs. It gave me a chance to revisit the potential power of panel presentations. Whether you are a presenter and/or a meeting planner and/or program coordinator, consider using the idea of a panel for your next presentation. It takes some extra organization and work, but I think you will find that it is well worth the time.

Public Speakers! Tips on Responding Gracefully to Praise - Even When You Think You've Bombed

We're critical creatures. And when it comes to our expectations of ourselves, we're truly merciless! It may help to remember that you are your own worst critic. Here's how you can avoid letting your ego get in the way of accepting and enjoying your admirers' praises.

How to Be an Influential Speaker -- Use Knowledge and Experience

As presenters, we want to be remembered as being influential. Before planning and preparing your presentation write down how you want to influence those attending. What action steps, thoughts, fears and/or lessons do you expect them to leave with, remember and be influenced by?

Credibility: 15 Facets to Speaking Professionalism: #4 - Grammar

Our use of grammar is a reflection of who we are, from our upbringing to our education, from our geographic point of origin to our economic class. Correctly or incorrectly, grammar is a tent pole on which we are evaluated, judged, and categorized...

How To Reach An Audience

Technology helps us communicate messages faster and to a larger audience than every before. But technology does not create the message. Communication is still a human activity. To reach an audience, you have to know how to choose the right target audience, the right medium, and the right message.

Credibility: 15 Facets to Speaking Professionalism: #2 - Gestures

Facet #2: Gestures Effective gestures are the hallmark of an experienced speaker. Great pains must be taken to ensure that movements on stage are deliberate, natural, and practiced.

Choosing A Speakers Bureau - Finding An Agent You Like Working With

There are many advantages in finding a professional speakers bureau that can become a trusted partner when you are looking for speakers for the meetings and events you plan.

Microphone Technique

Using a Microphone is, for some, a nerve racking concept. However whether you are thinking of becoming an entertainer, have been chosen to be a best man at a Wedding, or are about to embark on a business presentation, some microphone use will befall most people at some stage in their lives. Although aimed at the entertainer, this report will guide you through the basics of using a microphone.

Presentation Skills -- The T's of Technology Talks

When giving Technology Talks, I realize that even though the basics of powerful presentation skills should be used, this type of presentation offers many different challenges to the speaker. In this article, I examine the various Ts -- some helpful and necessary; some to be overcome and/or avoided.

Present Powerfully Using Strong and Well-Planned Transitions

Your transitions, well planned and strong, will add a smoothness and professionalism to your presentations that will wow any audience. This article highlights why, what and when to use transitions.

Priceless Tips for Public Speaking

Avoiding the pitfalls of public speaking is easy when you follow these helpful tips. Learn from the experience of professional speakers, and start way ahead of the game.

How to Make Money Speaking

Public speaking can be a rewarding and lucrative career. Learn how to take what you already know and turn it into a marketable topic.

Top 10 E's to Motivate and Influence an Audience

An article on how to motivate and influence your audience.

How Public Speaking Can Help You Dramatically Increase Your Business

Speaking to groups gives you the opportunity to reach out and touch potential clients who might otherwise never cross your path and for you to get them into your marketing funnel so that they can begin to get to know, like and respect you and will ultimately buy from you. Here are ten steps to help you begin your public speakingcareer so that you can dramatically increase your business.