An observation I have had for some time is the inability of some people to bring a conversation or presentation to a conclusion.
I have a most annoying relat...
Why do presenters always attempt to memorise presentations?
You can learn to recite a poem or the lyrics to a song over days or weeks. Yet, if you are uncomfo...
Today I wish to change how you think about public speaking. It's not a chore to be feared; it's an opportunity to be grasped.
I dislike anything to do with Exc...
Make a Bigger Impression when Presenting
(Be on the envelope, not the stamp!)
I was recently asked to provide some feedback to researchers presenting their pr...
A Leader's Unforgettable Story (A Very Sticky Message)
Recently I heard an unforgettable story of inspiration and mentorship, which I would like to share with ...
Improve Your Communication Skills - (Focus on connecting, not perfection)
Having listened to somebody present to you, are you likely to remember everything the...
I often hear people use the analogy that a computer is like a brain.
I am not qualified to know if this analogy is correct.
It seems to me that the computer...
I acquired a new corporate client recently, and by way of getting underway, I asked them to send me a sample of a typical presentation deck. Imagine my lack of ...
This week I had three different reminders of why good timekeeping is essential.
Arrive early:
My first is an obvious example; I was on the first tee box at ...