You just got a speaking invitation. It’s the opportunity you’ve been waiting for – but…yikes! It’s in 5 days. Your content is set. Thank goodness! Delivery is not. Never fear! You can reassure and reinforce a well-written presentation. Use these three steps. <p TALK TIP 1. Ask A Friend or Colleague: You can’t change what you don’t see or hear. Invite a …
When Gratitude Is Out of Reach
When Oprah Winfrey and Positive Psychology raved about keeping a gratitude journal, I rolled my eyes. I’m a cynic at times. Here’s why it didn’t work for me. Sometimes gratitude feels way out of reach. If I don’t feel it; I’m not writing it. The research indicating writing what I’m grateful for supports greater health and happiness, doesn’t motivate me. One Reason To Do It …
How To Command A Room
“Space is in fact, a living event. Space is potential” ~ Bruce A. Bergner, Set Designer Jackie is a lead engineer who also happens to be 5’2” and petite. I watch as she gives a presentation to her colleagues. Her goal: negotiate a procedural change between departments. She is doing a great job: engages her audience and listens to their ideas …
Speaking With (And From) The Heart
A presenter stands in front of a well-designed logo projected on the screen. She starts her presentation. Each time she speaks a word with a “P” sound, she stops talking. This is because her “P” resonates with emphasis through the speakers, she’s feeling uncomfortable and noticeably irritated. It happens again. She stops talking and shifts her attention to the sound. …
What To and What Not To Wear for Success
Picture this. Three prominent architects sit in a semi-circle on stage in front of over 1,000 attendees. One woman, sitting on the far left has her hair draping completely over the right side of her face. Anyone sitting in the center and to left can’t see her face – ever. Picture this: A young, vibrant and clearly energized woman …
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