Communication skills - Speech Coach For Executives

How to Keep the Presentation Skills of Your Team Sharp

You want your team ready to present well.

This can be a challenge especially if they’re not presenting frequently. Yet when a presentation opportunity arises, it’s important to deliver an effective presentation.

Mind Your But

When you use the word “but” while pretending to agree – you send the message that you disagree.

Unique means – unlike any other – no comparison – not a copy – different from the rest – no equal – one of a kind. If you believe that you’re unique – would you sully the message by suggesting that you are very unique, pretty unique or really unique?

Yes – Open for Business – Zoom Coaching

Yes, we are open for business during this COVID-19 crisis.
Communication is even more critical now than any other time. You might be delivering key messages to one, few or many.
You and your messaging will experience intense scrutiny on many planes of perspective.

Five Phrases to Avoid when Speaking

Here are five phrases that are counterproductive to your message because they can confuse or distance your listeners. People might not consciously notice these flaws, but these phrases can trigger unconscious dissonance in your message.

First Impressions Still Count – Even On Social Media

What first impressions do you want to convey when you ask a person to connect with you on social media? Have you considered the unintended message you might be sending when you click to send the standard message?

The Chicken Was Better Than the Luncheon Speaker because…

…the Speaker Read His Speech

What a disappointment. The speaker had an impressive history of accomplishments excellence in both public service and entrepreneurship. Plus…

How Not to Start Your Speech: 10 Presentations Mistakes You Can Avoid

The beginning of your speech is the first impression for your audience. You want to convey a positive message because that determines how they initially judge you and your message. It might even determine if they will listen.
Don’t start your presentation with these mistakes.