VirtualSpeech Blog

We offer advice, research and insights to help you improve business and life skills, including communication, interview, leadership, interpersonal and language learning.

August 17, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

Adult Learning Courses & Virtual Reality

The benefits of VR and AR for adult learning are revolutionary. The combination of experiential learning and accessibility make these emerging technologies serious contenders to shake up learning systems.

August 13, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

Persuasive Speech Outline and Ideas

A persuasive speech is a speech that is given with the intention of convincing the audience to believe or do something. Read our suggestions for a persuasive speech outline and ideas.

August 12, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

21 Persuasive Speech Topics

When you’re first asked to give a persuasive speech, it’s common to go blank about what you can speak about. Here are 21 persuasive speech topics to get you started.

August 10, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

8 Elements of Confident Body Language

When you speak, you don’t just speak with what you actually say, you also speak with your body language. Read our 8 tips on how to build confident body language for any occasion.

August 09, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

5 Ways you Annoy your Audience when Public Speaking

When people talk about distractions during a speech, they’re mostly referring to ones made by the audience or technological issues. Here are 5 of the most distracting things you might be doing and how to stop doing them.

August 09, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

How to make Good First Impressions

It’s thought that someone has already formed their first impression of you within seven seconds of meeting you. Read our top tips to help you come across as your best self when you first meet someone.

An Introvert’s Guide on How to Be Confident

August 05, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

How to be Confident: An Introvert’s Guide to Social Situations

We live in an extrovert-driven society, where sometimes it can feel like the only way to be successful is if you’re confident, loud, and thrive off being around others. Here are some tips that can help you increase your confidence and have your voice heard.

August 02, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

How is VR Changing Corporate Training?

While many continue to debate over the adoption rates of virtual reality (VR), a VR tidal wave is quietly bringing VR very much into the present. A number of companies are already exploring VR as a supplementary tool for corporate training and you could find yourself being trained in VR sooner than you think.

Online training courses with virtual reality (VR)

July 28, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

Online Training Courses with VR

Online courses have become a popular way to learn just about anything, with sites such as Udemy, Udacity, Pluralsight and Coursera revolutionising education. VR can enhance courses by allowing you to practice these skills, such as Sales and Public Speaking, in a realistic way.

Practice giving an impromptu speech in virtual reality

July 27, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

How to Give an Impromptu Speech

An impromptu speech can be one of the most terrifying speeches you’ll ever do; standing up in front of a crowd and having to speak for a few minutes without preparation is daunting even for the most seasons speakers. Here are some valuable tips on how to give an impromptu speech.

July 27, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

5 Reasons Why Teams Underperform

If your team is underperforming in everything they produce in the workplace, your workplace environment and bottom line are bound to suffer. It’s crucial to look at the five most common reasons why your team might be underperforming.

Professional and business networking tips

July 26, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

How Professional Networking Can Help your Career

Effective networking is an important aspect of career development. Building relationships with a wide range of people can win you new business clients, increase your chance of finding a new job, as well as advancing your career. Here are our tips on how to improve.

Job interview preparation and search apps

July 6, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

Interview Preparation & Job Search Apps

List of the top interview preparation and job search apps on the Android and iTunes platforms, including interview simulation, search and virtual reality apps. Try these apps out for free.

June 23, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

The Secret to Your Dream Job: Interview Preparation

If you haven't effectively prepared for an upcoming interview, then your chances of being offered the position are severely diminished. Here are our tips on how to improve your public speaking, communication skills, language learning and interview techniques with virtual reality.

June 5, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

Where to Find the Best VR Apps

There are thousands of VR apps already on the market and finding the best experiences can be challenging. We’ve searched through the VR app marketplaces and list our favourites for all the popular VR headsets, including Google Cardboard, Gear VR, Daydream, Rift and Vive.