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Speaker Blog

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Graphics in Public Speaking

Are slides important when delivering a good speech or presentation?

Visuals are a way to emotionally connect with your audience. There are lots of types of media trying to grab your attention so having some sort of visual device helps …

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The Vocal Coach

Is speaking as important as it used to be?

Absolutely. Speaking in public has fallen off the agenda. In the olden days it used to be common to have to stand up and speak at school, whether in class or

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The Image Consultant

Why is image so important?

We believe what we see, more than what we hear. 55% of the impact we create is based on how we look, 38% on what people think of us, and only 7% on what we

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The Speechwriter

Writing a good speech takes time, skill and preparation. That’s where speechwriters come in, often to draft, draft and redraft.

How should I go about writing an effective speech?

First you need to know why you are doing the speech,

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Fear – Cognitive Behavior

What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)?

CBT involves a number of techniques which focus on what we think and how we behave, because this influences how we feel.

For example, if we hear a fire alarm and think it’s just …

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Growing and Learning

Q: As we approach Thanksgiving and the holiday season, we often look back at the people and experiences that helped us get where we are. Who (and what) were your “game-changers,” and how did they change the way you look …

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