VirtualSpeech Blog

We offer advice, research and insights to improve your professional development skills, including communication, interview, leadership, interpersonal, and presentations skills.

July 24, 2023

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Workplace & Employee Training

Examples of AI being used in Education and Training

Discover the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence in Education and Training. Explore real-life examples of how AI is revolutionizing learning, personalized tutoring, and skill development to shape the future of education.

June 27, 2023

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Virtual Reality Training

Degrees of Freedom (DoF): 3-DoF vs 6-DoF for VR Headset Selection

Degrees of freedom is an essential concept in VR that allows human movement to be converted into movement within the VR environment. Here we look at 3DOF and 6DOF headsets.

June 20, 2023

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Soft Skill Training

5 Best Use Cases of VR Soft Skills Training in 2024

In an increasingly automated world, it’s the skills that make us uniquely human that are becoming ever-more important. Amongst others, these skills include communication, social skills, […]

June 15, 2023

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Virtual Reality Training

Get Instant Feedback on your Presentation with Virtual Reality

Analysis of a presentation given in virtual reality, using speech-to-text insights and eye contact tracking technology to measure performance and provide real time feedback. Speech transcript and audio recording provided.

June 15, 2023

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Non-Verbal Communication

Improve your Eye Contact with Practice in VR

Learn how practicing eye contact in VR can help you build rapport, keep people engaged in your presentation and sell your products or services. Examples and eye contact heatmaps provided.

June 12, 2023

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Virtual Reality Training

VR Educational Experiences to Use in the Classroom

Virtual reality (VR) has potential to transform learning beyond the traditional classroom or online learning experience. Learn about the best VR educational apps at the forefront of this revolution.

June 7, 2023

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Virtual Reality Training

The Complete Guide to Virtual Reality

Read the complete guide to virtual reality (VR), where we discuss the use of VR headsets, what virtual reality is, WebVR, where to find VR apps, applications of VR and more.

April 25, 2023

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Leadership Skills

Leadership in the Age of AI: Intersection of Technology and Human Management

Discover the evolving landscape of leadership in the age of AI, as we explore the synergy between technology and human management. Learn how to adapt your leadership style, harness AI's power, and create meaningful connections with your team in this insightful blog. Stay ahead in the era of AI-driven change.

February 23, 2023

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Career and Workplace

Benefits of AI in Education, with Examples

Our article covers the ways in which artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the education industry, including personalized learning, improved assessment, and enhanced teacher support. Discover how AI can help students and educators alike, and stay ahead of the curve in this rapidly evolving field.

January 18, 2023

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Workplace & Employee Training

Guide for training employees in VR (from 1000s of hours of experience)

Guide and best practices for how to train employees using virtual reality. Useful for corporations and organisations looking into immersive training for improved learner retention and cost savings.

December 29, 2022

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Soft Skill Training

Filling Skill Gaps with Soft Skill Training

Learn how soft skill training can help your organization fill skill gaps and improve employee performance. From communication and teamwork to problem-solving and leadership, discover the benefits of investing in soft skills development for your team.

December 28, 2022

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Communication Skills

Importance of Communication Skills in the Age of AI

Good communication skills are more important now than ever, especially in the age of AI. In this article, we explore how effective communication can set you apart in a world where machines are becoming increasingly prevalent. Learn about the benefits of strong communication skills and how to improve them for success in the modern workforce.

December 19, 2022

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Soft Skill Training

Importance of Soft Skills with the Improvement of AI

Learn about the importance of soft skills as AI continues to advance and transform the modern workforce. Discover how developing strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills can help you succeed in a world increasingly reliant on technology.

November 24, 2022

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Interview Skills

STAR Method: 4 Steps to Ace your Next Interview

The Star Method provides interviewees with a structured format with which to answer questions that require more detail and specific examples.

November 15, 2022

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Workplace & Employee Training

What is the Train the Trainer Model and Key Benefits?

One of the most common business methods to strategically disseminate new abilities, insights, and information, is the Train the Trainer model. This article discusses what it is and the key benefits of the model.

November 8, 2022

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Public Speaking

How to speak with confidence in public

An estimated 75% of adults suffer from a fear of public speaking. When stress hormones are released we may behave differently - frequently, our minds go blank, our voices become harder to control, we may visibly shake etc.

November 8, 2022

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Presentation Skills

Tips for Virtual Presenting, with Video Examples

Presenting virtually is a very different experience to presenting in-person. This article explores tips to ensure you communicate effectively through these virtual presentations.

November 8, 2022

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Communication Skills

Average Speaking Rate and Words per Minute

Our guide tells you how to calculate your speaking rate and words per minute, explains the average wpm for TED Talk presentations, podcasts, conversations, with examples and explanations of what influences the change of pace.

November 8, 2022

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Career and Workplace

List of Key Communication Skills for Career Progression

Master these important communication skills to advance your career and help secure a promotion. These skills, from body language to public speaking, are essential to every business and successful career.

October 25, 2022

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Leadership Skills

How to Give Constructive Feedback in the Workplace

The importance of being able to give constructive feedback to other members of your team, as well as some tips on how to use this method of feedback effectively.

October 4, 2022

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Career and Workplace

Top 10 Skills for Career Development and Progression

10 skills that are essential for progressing in your career and how you can improve them.

September 28, 2022

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Workplace & Employee Training

Creating an Effective Employee Training and Development Program

Advances in technology allow companies to reinvent their learning and development towards the incoming generations of employees, providing them with more desirable skillsets that better meet the needs of businesses.

September 20, 2022

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Interview Skills

9 Tips for a Successful Video Interview, with Examples

As the world has adapted to remote working, the way we interview has changed. Many interviews are now conducted virtually through video calls. This requires a unique skill set compared to in-person interviews, as the experience is markedly different.

September 16, 2022

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Leadership Skills

Introverts in power: How to be a successful leader as an introvert

In this article, we demonstrate the 'powers' you have as an introverted person and show how to be a successful business leader by enhancing those characteristics.