January 5, 2018
We provide a framework for choosing a successful speech topic which your audience will find interesting, you are passionate about and knowledgeable on.
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We offer advice, research and insights to improve your professional development skills, including communication, interview, leadership, interpersonal, and presentations skills.
January 2, 2018
January 2, 2018
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A pause, if used correctly, can add a great deal to your speech. Here are 10 ways you can use a pause effectively, from adding emphasis to key points, to changing the presentation topic, to replacing filler words.
December 20, 2017
December 20, 2017
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Examples of great corporate presentations from leaders in their respective industries. Learn from company presentations on Moz, Netflix, Accenture, HubSpot and Google, including slides and quotes.
December 4, 2017
December 4, 2017
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Different exercises to warm up your vocal muscles before a speech or presentation. We explain why vocal warm up is important, different vocal exercises to try and tongue twisters to warm up your muscles.
November 25, 2017
November 25, 2017
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Five powerful TED Talks to improve your public speaking and communication skills, from the impact of body language, to telling stories, to using your vocal toolbox.
November 24, 2017
November 24, 2017
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Statistics and data are a great way to add impact to your presentation. Use these tips in your speech to make your message more persuasive and memorable.
November 23, 2017
November 23, 2017
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How you speak and sound makes a dramatic impact on your speech. Use the different elements of the vocal toolbox during your presentation to sound more authoritative and knowledgeable.
November 18, 2017
November 18, 2017
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Learn about public speaking anxiety, or glossophobia, including what it is, symptoms and signs, consequences, how to treat it and exercises to help you overcome your fear of public speaking.
November 14, 2017
November 14, 2017
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A guide for how to present to large groups of people, either at a conference, theatre or other large venue. Our tips will help you influence your audience and deliver a memorable message.
November 10, 2017
November 10, 2017
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Involving your audience with an interactive presentation is much more likely to keep your audience’s attention and help them understand your message.
November 7, 2017
November 7, 2017
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Learn about different design ideas for your summary slide, and why it is preferable to a thank you slide. We've included examples of the summary slide which you can use as reference.
November 6, 2017
November 6, 2017
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There are many different ways to leave closing remarks at the end of your speech, from summarising to rhetorical questions to an unusual quote. Learn about how to use them in different situations.
October 29, 2017
October 29, 2017
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Impromptu speech topics you can use at your next event, or for practice to improve communication skills and quick-thinking. We also outline what an impromptu speech is and tips for picking a topic.
October 27, 2017
October 27, 2017
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Read our complete presentation checklist for all essential tasks to prepare and think about before, during and after your speech, including what to bring with you on the day of the event.
October 24, 2017
October 24, 2017
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We discuss the benefits of good eye contact when giving a speech, and ways to improve your eye contact so that you connect with your audience in a meaningful way.
October 19, 2017
October 19, 2017
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Read our guide for answering questions, including how to prepare, setting rules for the audience, a framework for responding, handling difficult questions and strategies for when you are struggling to answer.
September 24, 2017
September 24, 2017
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Learn how communication skills are valued in the workplace, in demand by businesses, help your career progression, enhance your professional image, influence how you learn and more.
September 20, 2017
September 20, 2017
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Active listening can help build relationships, solve problems and avoid conflict. By becoming a better listener, you’ll improve your workplace productivity, as well as your ability to influence, persuade and negotiate.
August 18, 2017
August 18, 2017
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Public speaking is a great way to build personal development on many levels, since improving communication skills is helpful in almost every area of life, both personally and professionally.
August 10, 2017
August 10, 2017
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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.
April 29, 2017
April 29, 2017
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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.
November 11, 2016
November 11, 2016
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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.