Our Blog
How to Be an Active Listener While Public Speaking
Communication is a two-way street. All too often, when public speaking or giving a presentation, people focus on the speaking. After all, that’s the part where the spotlight is on us. But listening...
Overcome Your Fear of Public Speaking
Have you ever seen yourself standing on stage in front of thousands of judging eyes? – only to find out it was a nightmare. The fear of public speaking is so common it’s even in our subconscious....
10 Best Visual Aids to Drive Home Your Presentation
Too often, when giving a presentation, do people rely solely on their speech. Words are powerful, sure. But, as the old saying goes, a picture is worth a thousand words. Using both our auditory and...
How to Improve Your Fear of Public Speaking
Is there anything more anxiety-inducing than public speaking? Do you get sweats and shakes at the mere thought of getting up on stage? You’re not alone. Glossophobia or the fear of public speaking...
How to Start a Presentation Effectively When Public Speaking
First impressions matter – you've likely heard it said that interviewers decide on a candidate within the first 30 seconds; some take even less time. When public speaking, you've got about 60...
Impactful Public Speaking Quotes to Inspire You!
Public speaking is a daunting task for many of us. But it's often a task we cannot avoid. Whether it be giving a presentation at work or doing the best man speech at your friend's wedding, it's hard...
Top 10 Best Presentation Aids for Your Corporate Presentation
Aren’t you tired of the same boring, bland corporate presentations? Do you want a presentation aid to inject a little life into your proposal or pitch? You’re not alone. After three decades of...
How to Stop Sounding Nasal When I Talk
There are Three American Speech Sounds Produced in the Nasal Cavity There are three American consonant speech sounds that do resonate in your nasal cavity. They are /m/, /n/ and /ng/ as in “song.”...
How to Speak with Less Tension to Improve English Pronunciation
Just as all cultures have their own style with how they speak with melody, the same is true with the degree of tension required for speaking with less of an accent and improving English...
How Do You Reduce Your Accent
Intonation, known as the rhythm and melody is the most important skill to master to speak with less accent and improve English pronunciation. Without using American intonation your speech may sound...