# VirtualSpeech > VirtualSpeech is an award-winning, AI-powered soft skills training and coaching platform, available both in browsers and on VR headsets. Focusing on communication skills such as public speaking, sales, customer service, and leadership, VirtualSpeech has helped over 650,000 users across 125+ countries to improve their skills through immersive AI roleplay exercises, and has been featured in The New York Times, Forbes, BBC, Wall Street Journal, and Huffington Post. Learners can sit down with VirtualSpeech's AI Coach, Hugh, and engage in constructive conversations to prepare them for further practice, review what went well, and highlight areas for improvement. Featuring in-depth analytics and an array of customization options, VirtualSpeech is built from the ground up to help enterprise L&D teams upskill their employees at scale and maximize their learners' knowledge retention. ## Pages - [Webinar: Why Bayer Turned To AI To Solve A Human Skills Challenge](https://virtualspeech.com/resources/webinar/webinar-why-bayer-turned-to-ai-to-solve-a-human-skills-challenge): Join us for a conversation with Kristina Scherb about how Bayer is using AI to approach the challenge of improving... - [Language Practice - AI Roleplays](https://virtualspeech.com/solutions-language-practice) - [Healthcare Communication Training - AI Roleplays](https://virtualspeech.com/solutions-healthcare) - [Case Study: Paris School of Business](https://virtualspeech.com/resources/case-studies/case-study-paris-school-of-business) - [Case Study: Trinity College Dublin](https://virtualspeech.com/resources/case-studies/case-study-trinity-college-dublin) - [Our Learning Theory - Practice, Feedback, Reflect, Apply](https://virtualspeech.com/learning-theory) - 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[Case Study: Building the Vodafone Pavilion](https://virtualspeech.com/resources/case-studies/case-study-vodafone) - [Case Study: IE Business School](https://virtualspeech.com/resources/case-studies/case-study-ie-business-school) - [Case Study: Maastricht University (Phase 1)](https://virtualspeech.com/resources/case-studies/case-study-maastricht-university) - [Case Study: ZHAW School of Management and Law](https://virtualspeech.com/resources/case-studies/case-study-zhaw-school-of-management-and-law) - [Case Study: DCU Business School new](https://virtualspeech.com/resources/case-studies/case-study-dcu-business-school) - [Case Study: University of North Carolina at Charlotte](https://virtualspeech.com/resources/case-studies/case-study-university-of-north-carolina-at-charlotte) - [Case Study: Severn Trent](https://virtualspeech.com/resources/case-studies/case-study-severn-trent) - [Case Study: Asociación Asperger Madrid](https://virtualspeech.com/resources/case-studies/case-study-asociacion-asperger-madrid) - 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Mastering the Forgotten Art of Conscious Listening](https://virtualspeech.com/resources/webinar/webinar-listen-up-mastering-the-forgotten-art-of-conscious-listening) - [Accessibility](https://virtualspeech.com/accessibility) - [Top Workplace Skills Courses and Apps](https://virtualspeech.com/learn) - [Partner Programme](https://virtualspeech.com/partners) - [Webinar: Lessons Learned from the World's Largest XR Education Initiative](https://virtualspeech.com/resources/webinar/lessons-learned-from-the-worlds-largest-xr-education-initiative) - [Business Negotiations: Practice in VR or Online (AI Roleplays)](https://virtualspeech.com/practice/business-negotiation) - [Webinar: Job Interview Practice in VR: A Careers Perspective](https://virtualspeech.com/resources/webinar/job-interview-preparation) - [Webinar: Getting Started with AR and VR in Education](https://virtualspeech.com/resources/webinar/webinar-getting-started-with-ar-and-vr-in-education) - [Top 15 Motivational Speakers](https://virtualspeech.com/learn/motivational-speakers) - 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We... - [Average Speaking Rate and Words per Minute](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/average-speaking-rate-words-per-minute): Our guide tells you how to calculate your speaking rate and words per minute, explains the average wpm for TED... - [History of VR - Timeline of Events and Tech Development](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/history-of-vr): A timeline of virtual reality, including important inventions and developments from 1956 to today. Images show how much technology has... - [Simulation-Based Training: How to Enhance Your Training Catalogue](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/enhance-training-catalogue-simulation-learning): Simulation-based training helps your learners prepare for workplace challenges virtually and transfer that confidence to the real world. Here's why... - [What Is Experiential Learning? A Guide for Enterprise L&D Teams](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/experiential-learning-vr): Experiential learning has proven benefits that L&D teams can leverage for employee training programs. Discover what experiential learning is and... - [Sales Soft Skill Training: 4 Communication Skills That Win More Deals](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/communication-skills-sales): Discover how to implement sales soft skill training that makes a real impact at scale by focusing on the right... - [Adult Learning Principles and Teaching Strategies for 8 Learning Styles](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/teaching-strategies-different-learning-styles): Learn about adult learning principles and the considerations you should make to account for different learning styles among your cohort... - [Crisis Management and Communication: How to Create a Crisis Communication Plan](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/crisis-communications-and-management-guide): Discover how to create a crisis communication plan, alongside best practices and examples of real-life crisis communication strategies. - [Conflict Resolution Training: A Guide to Managing Conflict in the Workplace](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/managing-conflict-workplace): Conflict resolution training helps managers resolve conflicts and keep teams working effectively. Here's what you need to know to roll... - [Remote Leadership Skills: How to Lead Remote Teams Effectively](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/remote-leadership-skills): Learn how to train your organization's managers to be great leaders, even when leading remote, global teams over virtual platforms. - [How to Develop Leadership Skills For Managers](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/leadership-skills-for-management): Learn how to develop leadership skills for managers, and the key steps L&D teams need to take to train managers... - [The Importance of Effective Business Communication](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/importance-of-business-communication): Effective business communication is what turns strategy into results. Learn how enterprise L&D teams build, measure, and scale it across... - [Barriers to Communication in the Workplace](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/barriers-to-communication): Understand the most common barriers to communication in the workplace, why they cost enterprises so much, and how L&D teams... - [Best Practices for Deploying Immersive Learning Programs](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/deploying-immersive-learning-programs): Discover the key areas you need to consider when deploying an immersive learning program, and how immersive learning could fit... - [AI Training Adoption: Bayer’s Playbook For Success](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/ai-training-adoption-bayer-playbook-for-success): Bayer made three key decisions that led to a successful AI training rollout with high levels of employee adoption. We... - [5 Key Takeaways From Bayer’s Successful AI Training Initiative](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/5-key-takeaways-from-bayers-successful-ai-training-initiative): Discover the 5 biggest takeaways from Bayer's AI training rollout that you can use for your next L&D initiative. - [4 Impactful AI Roleplay Scenarios Every Pharma L&D Team Needs](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/4-impactful-ai-roleplay-scenarios-every-pharma-ld-team-needs): Explore four impactful AI roleplays that your pharma L&D team can leverage to develop critical employee skills. - [AI in Healthcare: How Hospitals and Healthcare Providers Are Utilizing AI To Improve Outcomes](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/ai-in-healthcare-hospitals-and-healthcare-providers-utilizing-ai-to-improve-outcomes): Discover how the use of AI in hospitals and healthcare providers is already having a positive impact on patient outcomes... - [AI in Pharma: How Top Pharmaceutical Organizations Are Driving Growth With AI](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/ai-in-pharma-top-pharmaceutical-companies-using-ai): Explore 5 of the most exciting use cases for AI in pharmaceutical organizations and some of the impressive numbers behind... - [Using AI To Make Corporate Training Effective](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/using-ai-to-make-corporate-training-effective): Learn how AI-powered corporate training solutions are helping L&D teams train employees at scale more effectively. - [What’s New in VirtualSpeech? July 2026 Roundup](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/july-2026-roundup): Find out what's new and improved in VirtualSpeech as we continue to make the learning experience even better than before. - [How to Create Bespoke Training with VirtualSpeech’s Custom Roleplay Tool](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/how-to-create-bespoke-training-virtualspeech-custom-roleplay-tool): Discover the power of VirtualSpeech's Roleplay Studio, which allows you to create bespoke communications training for your teams at scale... - [How to Deliver Effective Presentations: Techniques, Checklist, and Examples](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/how-to-deliver-effective-presentations-guide): Discover how to deliver an effective, impactful presentation with our guide featuring essential techniques, a checklist you can follow, and... - [The Key Principles of Good Communication](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/principles-of-good-communication): An in-depth look at the principles you need to keep in mind to become a good communicator and improve your... - [The Next Evolution of Your AI Coach](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/next-evolution-of-ai-coach): VirtualSpeech's AI Coach is getting an upgrade! Learn more about how you can make the most of this fan-favorite feature. - [Celebrating the Achievements of Women in XR](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/celebrating-achievements-women-in-xr): In honor of International Women's Day, we're shining a spotlight on some of the most influential and inspiring women in... - [Why AI-Powered Training is Here to Help – Not Hurt – Your Career](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/ai-powered-training-help-not-hurt-your-career): The rise of AI has brought with it understandable concerns. This article explains why AI-powered training will enhance your processes,... - [Why Communication Skills Matter (And How to Improve Them)](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/communication-skills-guide): Communication is an essential skill, both in life and the workplace. This guide dives deep into the characteristics of effective... - [Essential Guide for Giving and Receiving Feedback](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/advice-for-giving-and-receiving-feedback): Learn how to give and receive feedback from colleagues and friends, including how to be constructive with feedback, provide evidence... - [6 Keys to Scaling VR in Higher Education](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/scaling-vr-in-higher-education): Learn how to scale VR usage in higher education by following 6 proven steps from IE Business School's successful implementation... - [VR Stats for the Training & Education Industry in 2026](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/vr-stats-training-education): Explore how virtual reality is revolutionizing learning experiences and gain insights into its widespread adoption and impact. - [The Best AI Coaches Available in 2026](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/best-ai-coach): There is a wave of AI coaches available today, but finding the right one can be hard. We analyzed the... - [Meta Horizon Managed Services: What You Need to Know with ArborXR](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/meta-horizon-managed-services): We collaborated with ArborXR to help you understand Meta Horizon Managed Services (HMS) and how it affects your VR devices. - [How Professional Services are Leveraging AI Training and Emerging Tech](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/professional-services-ai-training-emerging-tech): Learn how the top professional services firms are using emerging tech like AI and VR to support their teams and... - [VR in Healthcare: How Hospitals Are Improving Patient Outcomes](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/healthcare-hospitals-virtual-reality): Discover how healthcare providers and hospitals worldwide are using virtual reality to train staff and support patients. - [How the Pharmaceutical Industry is Using VR to Improve Results](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/pharmaceutical-industry-virtual-reality): Discover how the pharmaceutical industry is leveraging virtual reality (VR) in innovative ways, in order to improve healthcare efficiency and... - [Top 40 AI Training Stats in 2026 (for Corporate and Education)](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/ai-training-statistics): We’ve compiled a list of the most insightful AI training statistics for corporate L&D and education, all in one place. - [How to Use AI to Prepare for a Job Interview](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/ai-prepare-job-interview): The essential guide on interview preparation, including how to research a company, what to do during an interview and how... - [Enhance your L&D Training Program with AI](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/l-d-training-program-ai): Learning and Development (L&D) has always played a vital role in building skilled, motivated, and future-ready teams. But as the... - [Apple Vision Pro 2 - Headset for Corporate Training](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/apple-vision-pro): Explore our in-depth analysis and insightful thoughts on the groundbreaking Apple Vision Pro mixed reality headset. Discover why this headset... - [Soft Skills: Why They're Important and How to Improve Them](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/soft-skills): Learn what soft skills are and how they differ from hard skills, as well as why they're important, and how... - [What is Professional Development and Why is it Important?](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/what-is-professional-development): Professional development describes the process of acquiring new skills and industry knowledge in order to improve your career and stay... - [9 Best AI Training Platforms for 2026](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/best-ai-training-platforms): Ready to adopt an AI training platform in your organization? This list compares the unique features of today's leading providers. - [Examples of Essential Workplace Skills in 2026](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/examples-essential-workplace-skills): This article seeks to outline some of the most essential workplace skills, with examples and hopes to offer ways to... - [Advantages of Meta Quest for Corporate Training](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/advantages-meta-quest-training): The Meta Quest headsets provide a powerful, easy to use tool for training employees in VR. Employees can practice different... - [Guide for training employees in VR (from 1000s of hours of experience)](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/guide-training-employees-vr): Guide and best practices for how to train employees using virtual reality. Useful for corporations and organisations looking into immersive... - [5 Best Use Cases of VR Soft Skills Training in 2026](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/use-cases-vr-soft-skills-training): In an increasingly automated world, it’s the skills that make us uniquely human that are becoming ever-more important. Amongst others,... - [What is Immersive Learning?](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/immersive-learning): Immersive learning methods use VR to simulate real-world scenarios, creating a sense of immersion in the learning process, increasing knowledge... - [The Ultimate Guide to Training New Employees in 2026](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/training-new-employees): It takes multiple resources to train new employees but the benefits are significant, including increased engagement, productivity, morale and low... - [Enterprise VR Training: Implementation Guide](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/enterprise-vr-training-implementation-guide): Virtual reality has the potential to transform how enterprise organizations train employees. Our step-by-step guide walks you through the enterprise... - [Business Ethics in 2026: Latest trends, challenges, and best practices](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/business-ethics): Short guide to business ethics, including a definition of business ethics, ethics as character development, moral principles and examples of... - [How AI Avatars are Transforming Learning in 2026](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/ai-avatars-are-transforming-learning-experiences): The Power of AI Avatars What are AI Avatars? AI Avatars are advanced, AI-driven digital characters designed to interact with... - [Soft Skills in the Workplace - Most in Demand for 2026](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/soft-skills-workplace): It's likely that future technological developments will replace more jobs, so it has become crucial to develop your soft skills... - [Professional Development Goals to work towards in 2026](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/professional-development-goals): In this article, we will explore just what we mean by professional development goals and give you some suggestions for... - [Research into the benefits of VR for training, therapy, and business](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/research-benefits-vr): As the VR industry matures, more and more soft skills training will be performed in VR and it will soon... - [Making VR and XR Inclusive: Key Accessibility Features and Uses](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/vr-accessibility-inclusion): Discover how to make VR and XR experiences inclusive for all. Explore key accessibility features, from adaptive hardware to inclusive... - [5 Top Tips for Winning Stakeholder Approval for XR Training](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/tips-for-winning-stakeholder-approval-for-xr-training): Discover 5 expert tips for gaining stakeholder approval for XR training. Learn how to use data, align with business goals,... - [Benefits of VR for Developing Soft Skills](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/benefits-vr-soft-skills-training): This article explores some of the key benefits of using VR to enhance soft skill training in the corporate context. - [Gen AI and VR - Changing the Way we Learn Soft Skills](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/ai-vr-learning): Explore the potential of Gen AI and VR technology in revolutionizing the way we learn and develop soft skills. Discover... - [Scaling VR for Enterprise: Andy Trainor on Walmart’s Immersive Strategy](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/scaling-vr-for-enterprise-andy-trainor-on-walmarts-immersive-learning-strategy): Businesses are waking up to the fact that the metaverse offers innumerable benefits, which include better customer service, new markets,... - [Degrees of Freedom (DoF): 3-DoF vs 6-DoF for VR Headset Selection](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/degrees-of-freedom-vr): Degrees of freedom is an essential concept in VR that allows human movement to be converted into movement within the... - [Learning in the Metaverse: Building the Skills your Team Needs](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/learning-in-the-metaverse): Businesses are waking up to the fact that the metaverse offers innumerable benefits, which include better customer service, new markets,... - [How To Identify and Address Skills Gaps in the Workplace](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/filling-skill-gaps-with-soft-skill-training): Skill gaps are becoming a significant concern for businesses around the world, with a potential to cost $11. 5 trillion... - [How Virtual Reality can Improve Online Learning](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/how-virtual-reality-can-improve-online-learning): Read how VR can help with your online education by letting you practice what you learn in realistic virtual environments... - [How you can Improve your Presentation Skills with VR](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/improve-your-presentation-skills-with-vr): In today’s business environment you must have good presentation skills to be successful. Read how VR can be used to... - [Benefits of VR training](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/benefits-of-vr-training): Benefits of VR training include increased memory retention, performing dangerous tasks in a risk free environment, the ability to repeat... - [Adult Learning Courses with VR: Enhance the Learning Experience](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/adult-learning-courses-and-virtual-reality): The benefits of VR and AR for adult learning are revolutionary. The combination of experiential learning and accessibility make these... - [VR for Workplace Wellness: Meditation, Relaxation, and Visual Getaways](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/vr-workplace-wellness): Employers constantly look for new ways to mitigate stress at work. In this article, we discuss how companies can use... - [VR Applications: Key Industries already using Virtual Reality](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/vr-applications): There are some great virtual reality (VR) games out there, but VR, AR and MR are going to shape our... - [VirtualSpeech and Strivr Join for VR Soft Skills Development](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/virtualspeech-and-strivr): VirtualSpeech, a leading provider of virtual reality (VR) soft skills training solutions, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with... - [VR in Higher Education: with Examples](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/vr-education-example-use-cases): Examples where VR is changing education, including for student recruitment, immersive experiential learning and VR educational labs at universities and... - [Learn a Language in Realistic VR Scenarios with these Apps](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/learn-language-vr-scenarios-apps): Language learners are not solely relying on taking classes, listening to recordings or reading books. Users can now learn languages... - [How VR can Improve your Public Speaking Skills](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/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... - [How to Clean your VR Headset and Hand Controllers](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/clean-vr-headset): Guide for cleaning a VR headset, which will be used by multiple people. - [Examples of VR used for Training - Industry Case Studies](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/vr-training-case-studies): Case studies which highlight how virtual reality (VR) has been used to provide training solutions across different industries and business... - [VR for Corporate Training: Examples of VR in the Workplace](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/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 and AR: The Future of Learning Experiences](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/augmented-virtual-reality-future-of-learning-experience): AR and VR will play an important role in the future of learning. We discuss why these technologies are so... - [Motion Sickness in VR: Why it happens and how to minimise it](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/motion-sickness-vr): What VR motion sickness is, what causes it, and how to minimise it so you can enjoy your favourite games,... - [Virtual Reality (VR) Definition](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/vr-definition): Virtual Reality (VR) is the term used to describe a three-dimensional, computer generated environment which can be explored and interacted... - [Examples of Sales Pitches (Dragon's Den/Shark Tank)](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/examples-of-in-person-sales-pitches): This article will look at some of the most successful in-person sales pitches from television shows and startup competitions and... - [The Benefits of AR-Based Training (with Examples)](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/benefits-of-ar-mr-training): Imagine a scenario where employees can safely practice complex tasks in simulated environments such as extinguishing fires or performing intricate... - [Maximizing Your Day: Top Time Management Techniques](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/maximizing-your-day-top-time-management-techniques): How often do you find yourself wishing for more time or commenting that there are not enough hours in a... - [11 of the Best Public Speaking Books](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/public-speaking-books): Check out our list of top public speaking books, which will give you tips on every aspect of your communication... - [The Complete Guide to Virtual Reality](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/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,... - [Ultimate Guide to Professional Development for Teachers](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/professional-development-teachers): Professional development guide for teachers, including how to get promoted, become a leader, communicate effectively, and more. - [Difficult Conversations Training: Summary of Techniques](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/difficult-conversations): Becoming effective at handling high-stakes conversations, or crucial conversations, can make work and your life in general a lot easier.... - [Media Training Guide: Everything You Need to Know to Give a Great Interview](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/media-training-tips-for-great-interview): Whether you’re launching a new product, defending your company during a crisis or an expert on a particular topic, media... - [Google Interview Questions & Process](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/google-interview): This page details interview questions and the interview process for Google. If you have an upcoming interview here, this is... - [Great Storytelling: Examples from Jack Ma](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/great-storytelling-examples-jack-ma): Watch five short examples of Jack Ma telling inspirational stories at the World Economic Forum. We analyse the techniques used... - [Top Leadership Styles and How to Find Yours](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/leadership-styles): Understanding the most common leadership styles can not only help you find the role you are most comfortable in, it... - [How to Conduct Effective Meetings in VR](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/how-to-conduct-effective-meetings-in-vr): Discover the future of business collaboration. Virtual Reality (VR) is no longer limited to gaming; it's now a powerful tool... - [Examples of AI being used in Education and Training](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/ai-examples-education-training): Discover the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence in Education and Training. Explore real-life examples of how AI is revolutionizing learning,... - [Improve your Eye Contact with Practice in VR](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/practice-virtual-reality-improve-eye-contact): Learn how practicing eye contact in VR can help you build rapport, keep people engaged in your presentation and sell... - [Get Instant Feedback on your Presentation with Virtual Reality](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/analysing-speech-in-vr-with-feedback): Analysis of a presentation given in virtual reality, using speech-to-text insights and eye contact tracking technology to measure performance and... - [VR Educational Experiences to Use in the Classroom](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/vr-educational-experiences-classroom): Virtual reality (VR) has potential to transform learning beyond the traditional classroom or online learning experience. Learn about the best... - [Benefits of AI in Education, with Examples](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/benefits-ai-education): Our article covers the ways in which artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the education industry, including personalized learning, improved assessment, and... - [STAR Method: 4 Steps to Ace your Next Interview](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/star-method): The Star Method provides interviewees with a structured format with which to answer questions that require more detail and specific... - [What is the Train the Trainer Model and Key Benefits?](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/train-the-trainer-model): One of the most common business methods to strategically disseminate new abilities, insights, and information, is the Train the Trainer... - [How to speak with confidence in public](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/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... - [Tips for Virtual Presenting, with Video Examples](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/tips-virtual-presenting): Presenting virtually is a very different experience to presenting in-person. This article explores tips to ensure you communicate effectively through... - [How to Give Constructive Feedback in the Workplace](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/how-to-give-constructive-feedback): The importance of being able to give constructive feedback to other members of your team, as well as some tips... - [Top 10 Skills for Career Development and Progression](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/skills-career-development): 10 skills that are essential for progressing in your career and how you can improve them. - [9 Tips for a Successful Video Interview, with Examples](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/virtual-interview-tips): As the world has adapted to remote working, the way we interview has changed. Many interviews are now conducted virtually... - [Cultural Differences in Body Language to be Aware of](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/cultural-differences-in-body-language): Being able to understand cultural differences will improve your working relationships and help you avoid awkward situations that could occur... - [Powerful Sales Techniques for Face-to-Face and Online Selling](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/powerful-sales-techniques-and-tips): We cover some of the most important sales techniques for you, your business and your sales growth. These techniques work... - [How to Negotiate Salary after you get a Job Offer (with Examples)](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/negotiate-salary-job-offer): Let's explore ways to negotiate a better salary – or other improvements to your potential job package – before you... - [Examples of Positive and Negative Body Language](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/examples-positive-and-negative-body-language): Our postures, gestures, and facial expressions offer others an insight into what we are thinking. These non-verbal cues can be... - [How to Give a Presentation During a Meeting](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/meeting-presentation): Tips for being persuasive and keeping your audience engaged during a meeting presentation. - [How to Become a Corporate Trainer (7 Steps)](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/how-to-become-a-corporate-trainer): 7 steps for how to become a corporate training, including salary, why training is important, communications skills, power skills and... - [11 Essential Tips for Presenting on Zoom](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/tips-for-presenting-on-zoom): Zoom presentation tips to help grow your competence, confidence and success. Tips include storytelling, using meaningful quotes, high impact facts... - [Key facilitation skills for trainers and how to improve them](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/facilitation-skills-for-trainers): A reliable facilitator makes things easier for the team by fostering engagement and helping in decision-making. This guide covers some... - [11 Essential People Skills for the Workplace](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/people-skills-for-the-workplace): Possessing good people skills is an invaluable asset in your career. It ensures you can interact and communicate effectively with... - [10 Simple Tips for a Great Presentation](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/simple-rules-for-good-communication): Easy to implement rules for your next presentation or speech. Read over our checklist and make sure you have considering... - [Prepare, Write & Give a Eulogy](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/eulogy): Writing and giving a eulogy is a way of saying farewell to someone who has died that, in a sense,... - [Interpersonal Communication Examples and How to Improve Them](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/interpersonal-communication-examples): Interpersonal communication is an important soft skill, which plays a vital role in our personal and professional lives. Here are... - [8 Essential Soft Skills for Engineers](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/soft-skills-engineers): This article outlines eight essential Soft Skills for Engineers, that can increase your employability, professional respect, and value, as well... - [Creating a Professional Development Plan - with Examples](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/creating-professional-development-plan): No matter where you are currently employed - or if you are embarked on a study programme - your prospects... - [7 Steps to Delivering a Technical Presentation](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/technical-presentation): Learn how to deliver a technical presentation that breaks down complex ideas in a simple manner that impresses and informs... - [How to memorize a speech 10x faster](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/how-to-memorize-a-speech): If time is short or you just don't fancy spending hours going over a speech, the best thing is to... - [How to use the 'Rule of Three' to create engaging speeches](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/rule-of-three-speech): Harnessing the Rule of Three in various aspects of a speech can help engage your audience and give them something... - [Essential Guide for Presenting in English](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/presenting-in-english): As a non-native English speaker, you may sometimes be expected to deliver a presentation in English. With these handy hints... - [How to Improve your Public Speaking Skills](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/how-to-improve-public-speaking-skills): If you are looking to nurture your public speaking skills, read on. We have collected ten top tips you can... - [Top 10 Commencement Speeches of All Time](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/top-5-commencement-speeches-for-inspiration): View our list of top 5 inspirational speeches, from J. K. Rowling to Bill Gates, these speeches will help inspire... - [Persuasive Speech Outline, with Examples](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/persuasive-speech-outline-structure-delivery): A persuasive speech is a speech that is given with the intention of convincing the audience to believe or do... - [Adult Learning Styles: Helping Adults Learn with the VAK Model](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/adult-learning-styles-vak-model): When teaching adults, it's important to take into account characteristics and learning styles of adults, especially how previous experiences influence... - [3 Speeches that Changed the World](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/learn-from-these-speeches-that-changed-the-world): Learn from these 3 speeches that changed the world in very different ways. We describe the background to the speech... - [How to Deliver an Effective Sales Pitch, with Examples](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/how-to-deliver-a-great-sales-pitch): Delivering a great sales pitch can be the difference between securing a contract and failing to do so – learn... - [Storytelling for Leaders: What Makes a Great Story?](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/storytelling-for-leaders): With stories, leaders can inspire employees to excel, align themselves with investors and engage better with customers. Creating an authentic... - [12 Tips for Being More Confident: An Introvert's Guide](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/how-to-be-confident-an-introverts-guide): We live in an extrovert-driven society, where sometimes it can feel like the only way to be successful is if... - [Learning to Say No: Six Methods You Can Use](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/learning-to-say-no): Many people struggle to say no when they are given additional tasks because we like to please and be seen... - [Literary Techniques for your Speech, with Examples Analyzed](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/literary-techniques-for-a-speech): Planned use of language has a major impact on how your speech is received by the audience. Saying the right... - [How to Analyse your Audience for a Speech](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/audience-analysis-speech): Understand how to perform audience analysis for your speech and the different types of audience you might encounter. The type... - [How to Give an Impromptu Speech, with Examples](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/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... - [How to Write a Speech to Engage your Audience](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/how-to-write-a-speech): You need to catch the audience attention early, very early. Deliver a memorable beginning, a clear middle and structured ending.... - [10 Business Skills for Success in the Workplace](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/business-skills-for-success-in-the-workplace): Success in the workplace is not necessarily tied to how intelligent you are, how many qualifications you hold. We review... - [Detailed Guide for Overcoming your Fear of Public Speaking](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/overcome-fear-public-speaking-guide-tips): The fear of public speaking is a common form of anxiety. It has been estimated that 75% of all people... - [How to Prepare for a Presentation, with Examples](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/how-to-prepare-for-a-presentation): This guide covers everything you need to know to prepare for your presentation. including what you need to think about... - [Guide to Giving an Elevator Pitch, with Examples and Templates](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/how-to-give-an-elevator-pitch): The perfect elevator pitch can take a lot of effort to get right. Read our tips and tricks to put... - [Guide to Overcoming Stress and Anxiety at Work](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/managing-anxiety-stress-workplace): Stress and anxiety in the workplace is common. Work-related stress, depression or anxiety accounted for 40% of work-related illnesses. In... - [How to Negotiate Online over Zoom, Teams and Skype](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/negotiating-online): This article covers the best ways to negotiate online through video conferencing platforms. Learn how to setup your equipment, coordinate... - [How to Make a Good First Impression at Work](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/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... - [How to Deliver a Great Best Man Speech, with Examples](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/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... - [Mixed Reality Examples: 5 Uses in the Workplace](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/mixed-reality-change-future-workplaces): Devices enabling VR, AR, or MR all provide the opportunity to view information without needing a traditional physical screen. Such... - [Examples of how AI is Transforming Learning and Development](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/ai-ml-learning-development): A key part of upskilling employees will be through the use of AI and ML to provide them with the... - [The Importance of Storytelling in Business, with Examples](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/importance-storytelling-business): Storytelling is an essential business skill and when implemented effectively, it can boost a business in a number of ways.... - [Current and Future Presentation Technology](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/future-presentation-technology): How presentations are designed, built and delivered will change dramatically over the next 5 years, with increased audience interaction, product... - [What is Assertive Communication? Tips on Being More Assertive](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/assertive-communication-reduce-stress): In this article we discuss what assertive communication is and tips for being more assertive in the future, with examples... - [How to improve interpersonal skills](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/how-to-improve-interpersonal-skills): This article teaches you how to improve interpersonal skills, so that you and the person you’re talking to can be... - [45 Public Speaking Topics and Ideas](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/public-speaking-topics-and-ideas): Public speaking topics and ideas for your next speech, including categories on science, self-development, society and more. We also include... - [Best practices for designing presentation slides](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/designing-presentation-slides): When designing presentation slides, you need to find a balance between keeping the interest of your audience while not distracting... - [The 5 Features of Emotional Intelligence](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/5-features-emotional-intelligence): Daniel Goleman determined five fundamental features of emotional intelligence (EQ), each with their own benefits: Self-awareness, Self-regulation, Empathy, Motivation and... - [How to Structure your Presentation, with Examples](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/how-to-structure-your-presentation): The structure of your presentation plays a crucial role in whether your audience understands your message. We cover why structure... - [Complete Guide to Debating: How to Improve your Debating Skills](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/guide-to-debating): Debating can look intimidating, with speakers appearing confident, passionate and unwavering, but it consists of skills that anybody can learn.... - [How to Tell a Story in a Presentation, with Examples](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/tell-story-delivering-presentation): Keeping your audience engaged whilst trying to deliver your key messages can be difficult. A helpful way of doing this... - [Networking Business Opportunities: Where to Find Networking Events](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/business-networking-opportunities): Networking is at the core of business development and sales, however picking out what to wear can be difficult. In... - [Speech transitions: words and phrases to connect your ideas](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/speech-transitions-words-phrases): When delivering presentations it's important for your words and ideas to flow so your audience can understand how everything links... - [Using visual aids during a presentation or training session](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/visual-aids-presentation): Visual aids can enhance your presentation or training material - they can increase the audience's understanding of your topic, explain... - [How Professional Networking can Improve your Career Progression](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/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... - [How to Avoid Annoying your Audience when Public Speaking](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/avoid-annoying-audience-public-speaking): When people talk about distractions during a speech or presentation, they’re mostly referring to ones made by the audience. Here... - [Rhetoric: How to Inform, Persuade, or Motivate your Audience](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/rhetoric-inform-persuade-motivate-your-audience): Persuasive speaking is needed in a wide range of situations; from arguing with a colleague to performing a speech. Rhetoric... - [6 Key Characteristics of Adult Learners](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/characteristics-of-adult-learners): Learners differ in many ways, from gender to culture to previous education. It's important to be aware of these factors... - [What to wear at networking events and how to stand out](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/what-to-wear-networking-events): Networking is at the core of business development and sales, however picking out what to wear can be difficult. In... - [Brief History of Public Speaking and Famous Speakers through the Ages](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/history-public-speaking): Public speaking is an essential life skill in the modern world, full of meetings, conferences and networking events. In this... - [360 Degree Feedback – Definition, Benefits, Process and Examples](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/360-degree-feedback): Providing feedback for development is useful for employees because it helps them understand their strengths and weaknesses and how to... - [Ethos, Pathos, Logos: 3 Pillars of Public Speaking and Persuasion](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/ethos-pathos-logos-public-speaking-persuasion): Persuasive speaking is a skill that you can apply regularly throughout your life, whether you are selling a product or... - [How to use Rhetorical Questions in your Speech, with Examples](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/rhetorical-questions-speech-examples): Rhetorical questions can be an effective communication tool during your speech. This article covers what a rhetoric question is and... - [Overcoming the Ebbinghaus Forgetting Curve with Virtual Reality](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/overcoming-ebbinghaus-forgetting-curve-virtual-reality): We lose about 90% of the information we learn within a month. You may be investing a lot of money... - [Preparing Your Company Spokesperson for Media Interviews](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/preparing-company-spokesperson-media-interviews): Having a good company spokesperson is essential for your public relations. The spokesperson gives your organisation both a face and... - [What Not to Say in a Media Interview, Phrases and Words to Avoid](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/what-not-to-say-media-interview): During a media interview your aim is to deliver key messages clearly whilst positively representing your organisation. In this article... - [Guide for Giving a Group Presentation](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/guide-for-giving-group-presentation): Group presentations are an important part of certain academic and business projects. In this article, we discuss how to prepare... - [15 Essential B2B Sales Strategies for your Business](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/b2b-sales-strategies): Learn effective B2B sales strategies, including the use of case studies, qualifying leads, having great support, researching competitors and learning... - [Common business English phrases for a workplace meeting](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/english-phrases-workplace-meeting): Meetings are an essential part of the modern workplace. Understanding the right phrases, vocabulary and terminology to use in an... - [Different types of employee training and delivery methods](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/employee-training-types-delivery): Organizations can use many different types of training and delivery methods to engage their employees. In this article, we discuss... - [Guide to Choosing a Successful Speech Topic](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/guide-choosing-successful-speech-topic): We provide a framework for choosing a successful speech topic which your audience will find interesting, you are passionate about... - [10 Effective Ways to use Pauses in your Speech](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/effective-ways-use-pauses-in-speech): A pause, if used correctly, can add a great deal to your speech. Here are 10 ways you can use... - [Examples of Effective Corporate Presentation Slides](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/examples-effective-corporate-presentations): Examples of great corporate presentations from leaders in their respective industries. Learn from company presentations on Moz, Netflix, Accenture, HubSpot... - [Exercises to Warm up your Voice before a Speech](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/exercises-warm-up-voice-before-speech): Different exercises to warm up your vocal muscles before a speech or presentation. We explain why vocal warm up is... - [5 TED Talks Every Public Speaker Should Watch](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/ted-talks-public-speakers-should-watch): Five powerful TED Talks to improve your public speaking and communication skills, from the impact of body language, to telling... - [Why and How to Bring Statistics Into Your Speech](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/statistics-in-your-speech): Statistics and data are a great way to add impact to your presentation. Use these tips in your speech to... - [What is Glossophobia and How to Overcome it](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/what-is-glossophobia-and-how-to-overcome-it): Learn about public speaking anxiety, or glossophobia, including what it is, symptoms and signs, consequences, how to treat it and... - [Guide for Presenting to Large Groups of People](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/guide-for-presenting-to-large-groups-of-people): A guide for how to present to large groups of people, either at a conference, theatre or other large venue.... - [18 Ways to Make Your Presentation More Interactive](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/ways-to-make-your-presentation-more-interactive): Involving your audience with an interactive presentation is much more likely to keep your audience’s attention and help them understand... - [Different Ways to End a Presentation or Speech](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/different-ways-to-end-presentation-speech): There are many different ways to leave closing remarks at the end of your speech, from summarising to rhetorical questions... - [The Importance of Eye Contact during a Presentation](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/importance-of-eye-contact-during-a-presentation): We discuss the benefits of good eye contact when giving a speech, and ways to improve your eye contact so... - [Active Listening Skills, Examples and Exercises](https://virtualspeech.com/blog/active-listening-skills-examples-and-exercises): Active listening can help build relationships, solve problems and avoid conflict. 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Employees can practice different scenarios in realistic VR experiences, from public speaking to sales pitches. 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. Immersive learning methods use VR to simulate real-world scenarios, creating a sense of immersion in the learning process, increasing knowledge retention rate and learning effectiveness. It takes multiple resources to train new employees but the benefits are significant, including increased engagement, productivity, morale and low staff turnover. Virtual reality has the potential to transform how enterprise organizations train employees. Our step-by-step guide walks you through the enterprise VR training essentials. Short guide to business ethics, including a definition of business ethics, ethics as character development, moral principles and examples of moral missteps. It's likely that future technological developments will replace more jobs, so it has become crucial to develop your soft skills for the workplace and future. In this article, we will explore just what we mean by professional development goals and give you some suggestions for goals to set yourself for the rest of the year. As the VR industry matures, more and more soft skills training will be performed in VR and it will soon become a staple of employee training. Companies that are early to adopt the technology will have a huge advantage over their competitors. Discover how to make VR and XR experiences inclusive for all. Explore key accessibility features, from adaptive hardware to inclusive software design. Discover 5 expert tips for gaining stakeholder approval for XR training. Learn how to use data, align with business goals, show cost benefits, address risks, and leverage real-world success stories to secure executive buy-in. 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Employers constantly look for new ways to mitigate stress at work. In this article, we discuss how companies can use meditation and wellness techniques to reduce stress in the workplace. 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. VirtualSpeech, a leading provider of virtual reality (VR) soft skills training solutions, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Strivr, the leading extended reality (XR) platform transforming workforce development at scale. Examples where VR is changing education, including for student recruitment, immersive experiential learning and VR educational labs at universities and colleges. Language learners are not solely relying on taking classes, listening to recordings or reading books. Users can now learn languages and experience culture in realistic virtual reality environments. 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. Guide for cleaning a VR headset, which will be used by multiple people. Case studies which highlight how virtual reality (VR) has been used to provide training solutions across different industries and business sectors. 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. AR and VR will play an important role in the future of learning. We discuss why these technologies are so important in the future classroom and give examples of how they are already being used in education. What VR motion sickness is, what causes it, and how to minimise it so you can enjoy your favourite games, training and simulations. Virtual Reality (VR) is the term used to describe a three-dimensional, computer generated environment which can be explored and interacted with. Special goggles, also called VR headsets, are placed over the eyes and fully immerse you in the virtual environment, creating a realistic experience in the simulation. This article will look at some of the most successful in-person sales pitches from television shows and startup competitions and seek to examine their best qualities, and how they are used to successfully attract a potential client, customer, or investor. Check out our list of top public speaking books, which will give you tips on every aspect of your communication and speech, from TED inspired talks to learning form stand-up comedians. 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. Professional development guide for teachers, including how to get promoted, become a leader, communicate effectively, and more. Becoming effective at handling high-stakes conversations, or crucial conversations, can make work and your life in general a lot easier. We discuss the tools and training needed to manage crucial conversations. Whether you’re launching a new product, defending your company during a crisis or an expert on a particular topic, media training is essential if you want to deliver a great TV or radio interview. This page details interview questions and the interview process for Google. If you have an upcoming interview here, this is the perfect resource for you. You can also try answering these questions in an immersive environment within our app. Watch five short examples of Jack Ma telling inspirational stories at the World Economic Forum. We analyse the techniques used by Ma to understand what makes him such a great storyteller. Understanding the most common leadership styles can not only help you find the role you are most comfortable in, it can also help you decide on learning and development goals to enable you to grow your confidence in leadership styles that don't currently come naturally to you. Discover the future of business collaboration. Virtual Reality (VR) is no longer limited to gaming; it's now a powerful tool for transforming the way we work together. This comprehensive guide will immerse you in the world of VR meetings, unveiling the secrets to hosting dynamic, engaging, and productive virtual gatherings. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. The Star Method provides interviewees with a structured format with which to answer questions that require more detail and specific examples. 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. 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. Presenting virtually is a very different experience to presenting in-person. This article explores tips to ensure you communicate effectively through these virtual presentations. 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. 10 skills that are essential for progressing in your career and how you can improve them. 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. Being able to understand cultural differences will improve your working relationships and help you avoid awkward situations that could occur from misinterpretation. We cover some of the most important sales techniques for you, your business and your sales growth. These techniques work with a range of businesses and products. Let's explore ways to negotiate a better salary – or other improvements to your potential job package – before you sign on the dotted line. Our postures, gestures, and facial expressions offer others an insight into what we are thinking. These non-verbal cues can be both positive and negative and can be knowingly or unconsciously given. Tips for being persuasive and keeping your audience engaged during a meeting presentation. 7 steps for how to become a corporate training, including salary, why training is important, communications skills, power skills and more. Zoom presentation tips to help grow your competence, confidence and success. Tips include storytelling, using meaningful quotes, high impact facts and more. A reliable facilitator makes things easier for the team by fostering engagement and helping in decision-making. This guide covers some of the key facilitation skills you need as a trainer and how you can improve them. Possessing good people skills is an invaluable asset in your career. It ensures you can interact and communicate effectively with other people in your workplace. As a result, you're able to achieve your company's goals and succeed in your career. In this article, we'll look at 11 essential people skills for the workplace. Easy to implement rules for your next presentation or speech. Read over our checklist and make sure you have considering all the points when preparing and delivering your speech. Writing and giving a eulogy is a way of saying farewell to someone who has died that, in a sense, brings the person to life in the minds of the audience. This guide helps you plan, write and give the eulogy, with examples and poems. Interpersonal communication is an important soft skill, which plays a vital role in our personal and professional lives. Here are 9 examples of interpersonal communication skills and tips on how you can improve them. This article outlines eight essential Soft Skills for Engineers, that can increase your employability, professional respect, and value, as well as boosting your job satisfaction. No matter where you are currently employed - or if you are embarked on a study programme - your prospects hinge largely on the effort, time and energy that you invest in yourself. This is why creating a professional development plan is so important. Learn how to deliver a technical presentation that breaks down complex ideas in a simple manner that impresses and informs your audience. If time is short or you just don't fancy spending hours going over a speech, the best thing is to find ways to memorize it quickly. The tips in this article will come in handy for this and help you learn any speech up to 10x faster. Harnessing the Rule of Three in various aspects of a speech can help engage your audience and give them something to remember. Consider using the Rule of Three in speech structure, emphasis, humour, and for persuasion in your next speech. As a non-native English speaker, you may sometimes be expected to deliver a presentation in English. With these handy hints and tips, you will feel a lot more confident about giving that presentation in English, no matter what the topic. If you are looking to nurture your public speaking skills, read on. We have collected ten top tips you can use to improve your skills to give great presentations and project the knowledge only you can share! View our list of top 5 inspirational speeches, from J.K. Rowling to Bill Gates, these speeches will help inspire you as the speakers talk about life achievements and struggles they went through to get where they are. 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. When teaching adults, it's important to take into account characteristics and learning styles of adults, especially how previous experiences influence their thinking. Learn from these 3 speeches that changed the world in very different ways. We describe the background to the speech and what we can learn from them. We've included the speeches - 'I Have A Dream', 'We shall fight on the beaches' and the John F. Kennedy Inaugural Address. Delivering a great sales pitch can be the difference between securing a contract and failing to do so – learn how to ensure you get the sale by selling a needed solution to your potential client. With stories, leaders can inspire employees to excel, align themselves with investors and engage better with customers. Creating an authentic and compelling narrative is vital to a leader’s success. 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. Many people struggle to say no when they are given additional tasks because we like to please and be seen as capable. This article explains 6 simple methods you can use to say no to people. Planned use of language has a major impact on how your speech is received by the audience. Saying the right words at the right time, and in the right way, can achieve a specific impact. Understand how to perform audience analysis for your speech and the different types of audience you might encounter. The type of audience affects the choice of language, humour, opening sentences, length and many more. 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. You need to catch the audience attention early, very early. Deliver a memorable beginning, a clear middle and structured ending. Here are our tips on how to write a speech. Success in the workplace is not necessarily tied to how intelligent you are, how many qualifications you hold. We review important business skills needed to grow your company or within your organisation. The fear of public speaking is a common form of anxiety. It has been estimated that 75% of all people experience some degree of anxiety or nervousness when it comes to public speaking. Read our guide to understand how you can overcome your fear of public speaking. This guide covers everything you need to know to prepare for your presentation. including what you need to think about beforehand, during and after the presentation. The perfect elevator pitch can take a lot of effort to get right. Read our tips and tricks to put together your pitch and concisely deliver it whenever you need to. Stress and anxiety in the workplace is common. Work-related stress, depression or anxiety accounted for 40% of work-related illnesses. In this article we have outlined steps you can take to deal with your stress or workplace anxiety. This article covers the best ways to negotiate online through video conferencing platforms. Learn how to setup your equipment, coordinate with your team, online etiquette, and more. 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. 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. Devices enabling VR, AR, or MR all provide the opportunity to view information without needing a traditional physical screen. Such a capability provides value in many areas of our lives - a major one being the workplace. A key part of upskilling employees will be through the use of AI and ML to provide them with the most relevant content when they need it. AI will transform how learning content is delivered, leading to greater alignment with business values. Storytelling is an essential business skill and when implemented effectively, it can boost a business in a number of ways. Examples are included to demonstrate points. How presentations are designed, built and delivered will change dramatically over the next 5 years, with increased audience interaction, product demos, VR, AR and non-linear storytelling. In this article we discuss what assertive communication is and tips for being more assertive in the future, with examples you can use. This article teaches you how to improve interpersonal skills, so that you and the person you’re talking to can be understood and respected despite the content of a conversation. Public speaking topics and ideas for your next speech, including categories on science, self-development, society and more. We also include topic on picking the right topic for you. When designing presentation slides, you need to find a balance between keeping the interest of your audience while not distracting from your key message. This article discusses best practices for designing presentation slides. Daniel Goleman determined five fundamental features of emotional intelligence (EQ), each with their own benefits: Self-awareness, Self-regulation, Empathy, Motivation and Social skills. The structure of your presentation plays a crucial role in whether your audience understands your message. We cover why structure is important, provide a template for your presentation and highlight good examples. Debating can look intimidating, with speakers appearing confident, passionate and unwavering, but it consists of skills that anybody can learn. In this article we provide a guide to the basics of debating. Keeping your audience engaged whilst trying to deliver your key messages can be difficult. A helpful way of doing this is by telling stories where you take your audience on a journey. Networking is at the core of business development and sales, however picking out what to wear can be difficult. In this article, we cover tips for what to wear in different situations as well as how to stand out from the crowd. When delivering presentations it's important for your words and ideas to flow so your audience can understand how everything links together and why it's all relevant. Visual aids can enhance your presentation or training material - they can increase the audience's understanding of your topic, explain points, make an impact and create enthusiasm. 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. When people talk about distractions during a speech or presentation, they’re mostly referring to ones made by the audience. Here are different ways you might annoy and distract your audience when public speaking and how to stop doing them. Persuasive speaking is needed in a wide range of situations; from arguing with a colleague to performing a speech. Rhetoric is the key to developing this skill. We discuss how to use rhetoric for effective public speaking, in order to inform, persuade and motivate. Learners differ in many ways, from gender to culture to previous education. It's important to be aware of these factors when teaching. However adult learners do share similar characteristics which impact their learning. Networking is at the core of business development and sales, however picking out what to wear can be difficult. In this article, we cover tips for what to wear in different situations as well as how to stand out from the crowd. Public speaking is an essential life skill in the modern world, full of meetings, conferences and networking events. In this article, we look at the history of public speaking, from Greece to the 21st century, as well as famous orators throughout history. Providing feedback for development is useful for employees because it helps them understand their strengths and weaknesses and how to progress in their career. In this article we discuss the 360 degree (multi-rater) feedback system. Persuasive speaking is a skill that you can apply regularly throughout your life, whether you are selling a product or being interviewed. In this article, we discuss the three pillars for public speaking, ethos, pathos and logos. Rhetorical questions can be an effective communication tool during your speech. This article covers what a rhetoric question is and how to use it for persuasion. We lose about 90% of the information we learn within a month. You may be investing a lot of money into learning a new skill, when ultimately not much of the material is remembered. We discuss how VR can be used to increase retention and overcome the forgetting curve. Having a good company spokesperson is essential for your public relations. The spokesperson gives your organisation both a face and a voice, helping to build trust with the audience on your behalf. During a media interview your aim is to deliver key messages clearly whilst positively representing your organisation. In this article we outline what to avoid saying in both TV and radio interviews. Group presentations are an important part of certain academic and business projects. In this article, we discuss how to prepare for and deliver a presentation with multiple speakers. Learn effective B2B sales strategies, including the use of case studies, qualifying leads, having great support, researching competitors and learning about your customers’ journey. Meetings are an essential part of the modern workplace. Understanding the right phrases, vocabulary and terminology to use in an English business meeting can help your career progression in our highly competitive workplace environment. Organizations can use many different types of training and delivery methods to engage their employees. In this article, we discuss common methods of delivery and training types We provide a framework for choosing a successful speech topic which your audience will find interesting, you are passionate about and knowledgeable on. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. Involving your audience with an interactive presentation is much more likely to keep your audience’s attention and help them understand your message. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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.