It’s the defining posture of a champion, crossing the finishing line, arms raised high, head back and usually a huge smile.
The Power of Posture
There’s loads of great pointers around posture and commanding the room – how you move, how you position yourself as you present etc, but for me, the relationship between posture and breath is key.
Three Public Speaking Tips
Stuck for preparation time before your next speaking event? This Forbes article has 3 great techniques to get you revved up and ready to present.
Asking The Experts
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.
Slowing Down The Start
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.
Top Tips For Podcasters
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.
Danger Of Delivery Fatigue
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’.
It’s All in the Eyes
One task I always do on a webinar is to get participants to look directly into their computer camera.
Coffee Rush And Public Speaking
Avoid caffeine before presenting! That’s what I say, but sometimes, not what I do.