It’s a given that using gesture in interactions increases the impact of the message.

It’s a given that using gesture in interactions increases the impact of the message.
What is executive presence? Is it innate or can we develop it? These were some of the questions posed in the Financial Women’s Association’s (FWA) flagship Symposium 2023.
What is the one common denominator when presenting to the practice group? MCing the program? Giving a toast? Or introducing a speaker? The one common denominator is how you use your voice to engage the audience.
The title says it all – three hours of intense practice, practical techniques and supportive group feedback.
Do you tend to talk too fast at the start of your speech or presentation? I always have butterflies in my stomach before any speaking engagement, but I’m OK with that because I’ve nailed my introduction.
What a great way to launch into my series of Tokyo workshops with an impactful, highly engaging group of legal professionals at Hogan Lovells.
Any podcasters out there? Do you rely on a script when recording your episodes, or do you just banter with your guests? Planning your script, developing a running order and having key points is great for giving structure to how the episode unfolds.
In my line of work, I’ve been fortunate to observe many of these charismatic people, and see first-hand some of the techniques they use to increase their engagement when they speak.
If your job requires you to deliver the same pitch or even training program to different clients or teams, then be alert to ‘delivery fatigue’.