VirtualSpeech Blog

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

April 29, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

How to Stop Using Filler Words in 3 Steps

Um, like, so, er… they’re all words that have slipped into everyone’s everyday vocabulary and they’re known as hesitation or filler words. These are 3 practical steps to help you stop using them.

April 24, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

3 Ways Virtual Reality is Changing Higher Education

While there are some sceptics who aren’t too sure what the future holds, there are universities who are already adopting the technology, confident of the benefits VR can bring. Here are 3 uses of VR in higher education, which universities around the world have started to adopt.

VR's not just for gaming - 20 other industries that use VR

April 6, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

20 Non-Gaming Industries that use VR

There are some great virtual reality (VR) games out there, but VR, AR and MR are going to shape our future in so many more ways than gaming. Here’s a list of industries that are already adopting VR and how this could impact the future of that industry.

3 tips for improving communicaiton skills

April 4, 2017 - VirtualSpeech

3 Tips to Improve Communication Skills

It’s a well-known fact that what we actually say is only a small part of how our message is received. However, it can be difficult to say the message we want to communicate, here are 3 tips to help you improve your communication skills.

WebVR demo using A-Frame for public speaking

December 10, 2016 - VirtualSpeech

Developing a Public Speaking WebVR Demo

WebVR lets you access virtual reality (VR) in your web browser, using devices such as Oculus Rift, Google Cardboard, HTC Vive and Gear VR. We talk briefly about our experience with building a public speaking WebVR demo using A-Frame.

November 20, 2016 - VirtualSpeech

Communication Skills Courses Library

Our curated library of communication skills courses on public speaking, sales, leadership, negotiation and teamwork. Enroll onto one of these courses to enhance your skills.

November 11, 2016 - VirtualSpeech

Using VR to Improve Public Speaking Skills

The ability to be able to speak in public can be the difference between landing your dream job, winning a huge contract for your company, or delivering a moving speech at a wedding. Read how VR can be used to dramatically improve your speaking skills.

November 2, 2016 - VirtualSpeech

7 Ways to Improve Your Oratory Skills

Great public speakers are not born that way; most have to practice and perfect their speaking skills. We provide a list of oratory skills to help make your speeches more clear, confident and successful.

October 18, 2016 - VirtualSpeech

Learn a Language in VR

There are hundreds of app out there for language learning, all somewhat similar in design and function. We thought we would try and create a more immersive learning experience with the help of virtual reality.

Google interview practice in the VirtualSpeech VR app

October 1, 2016 - VirtualSpeech

Public Speaking Course Integrated with VR

We’ve combined traditional online video tutorials with VR, creating a unique learning experience. Learn fundamental techniques about public speaking through the videos, then practice what you have learnt in VR.

September 18, 2016 - VirtualSpeech

List of Top Motivational Speakers

These speakers have no trouble motivating and inspiring their audience. Check out our list of the current leaders in this field, people who can really make you want to change the world.

Understand and Overcome Social Anxiety: The Complete Guide

People with social anxiety disorder will worry excessively about certain social situations before, during and afterwards. They fear doing or saying something they think will be embarrassing or humiliating. Use our guide to help understand how to overcome this common anxiety.

September 15, 2016 - VirtualSpeech

How to Deliver a Great Best Man Speech

The best man speech is an important part of the wedding, so make sure yours is memorable! We provide tips for writing and delivering your speech so that you’ll ace it on the big day.