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When it comes to public speaking, my most difficult clients are those of the A-type personality who are seeking to deliver a perfect presentation. Let me ask you this. What is perfection in public speaking? Do you have a definition for such a thing? The art of oral communication with an audience is subjective.

When it comes to presentations, be they in front of live audiences or virtually via powerful tools like teleseminars or webinars, people often worry the most about the last 15 minutes, when it's time to make an Irresistible Offer or invitation to work with you or come in for a consult. But if you ignore the beginning of your presentation, your audience might never even hear the end …so maybe it's best we focus on that for a moment.

Choosing a lawyer can be a daunting task, especially for those who are not known to handle legal issues. When you buy goods or services, it is important that you first educate yourself about what it is about - Assisting lawyers is no different.rnHere are five general questions you need to ask before approving an attorney to represent you. Each case is unique and will have different considerations - this advice is necessarily general and you are invited to use it as a basis fo

Too often we conce ourselves with The How of public speaking and give much less thought to 5 other questions we should be asking of our host. Yes, your public speaking skills may be top notch, however, there are certain things you need to know before you do anything else.

If asked how many kinds of writing there are, most of us would create a long list, including fiction, nonfiction, educational, sales, marketing, email, self-help, blog writing, and on and on and on. Although you could make a case that each of these talks to a different audience and has different conventions, all of them have the same inherent weakness or strength. Every single one of them! They are either boring or interesting. How many of you have read a novel you could not put down? That is because the author made it interesting.

There is a lot of information on the internet today about eliminating your nervousness in public speaking. I suggest learning how to control it instead, allowing your nervousness to work for you and not against you which can take your delivery to new heights. What I offer is not a tip or a ...

Open Door Policy? Open Mind Policy? By Mike Moorenn I was giving a presentation on “ the Value of Recognition” to the office workers of a large Canadian City. The City Commissioner ended his welcome to those present with these words, “ I have an open door policy so I want to encourage you ...

As a writing coach and book editor, I've seen too many novelists, with the very first line they write, destroy their chances of ever getting published. A good novel will grab the reader's attention with its first words, create characters the reader wants to know, create a situation the character must resolve, create suspense, create rising tension, and create a powerful resolution to the story. Think of the novel as pure story, like those tales you heard around a campfire, from your grandfather, or from ancient fables and mythology.

A presentation skills coaching client recently landed a radio interview. She was excited because it would help her build her business, but also nervous because she had never been interviewed on the radio. After we got done celebrating, here are the 8 tips that I shared that will help her handle the interview like a pro: 1. Be clear about the parameters of the radio program – length, format (interview/call-in), demographics of audience, etc.

There is no doubt about it. Most people not only dislike hearing themselves on recording equipment, but they also don’t want to believe what they hear. The unfortunate truth about what you hear on your voicemail, camcorder, or some other form of recording is that that sound is exactly how everyone else recognizes you.

How can I improve my presentation skills in a short space of time? This is a question on the minds of many executives that are giving presentation to their clients and peers every day. When you think about giving a presentation, are you delighted at the prospect of sharing your knowledge or does an old familiar feeling of dread emerge at the prospect of speaking in public? If you have a real fear of public speaking, I suggest some individual coaching sessions. Developing you

When I was in high school, given the choice between giving an oral report and a written one, I always choose the written report. In college, I did the same thing. My reason: fear. I was terrified of public speaking. When I graduated from college, my father gave me some advice. He said, “If you want to succeed in the business world, you will need excellent presentation skills. Take a job that will give you the chance to practice speaking in public.” I listened to my dad. My

One of the difficulties people have with their speaking voice is that they have no control over it. They push hard from their throat and vocal cords to speak instead of allowing their sound to be powered by their chest cavity. And the difference between these two practices can be quite extreme.

Love In part four of our own more practical Journey to Awakening we discuss Love. On her journey Elizabeth Gilbert finds love in Bali. If you read the book you know that Gilbert’s journey was about finding and defining herself. Until then Gilbert, like many of us, lost herself in her relationships. She would actually become the man she was with. This is can be a common occurrence among women as they seek to BE loved and in that seeking will become people (man) pleasers. Gilbert had become a man pleaser and had no clear definition of who she was.

Color refers to those various effects in speech which give life to your delivery. Another way to describe color is the emotion and the animation heard in your voice and seen in your body language and facial expression when talking. The interesting thing about color is that you don’t want too much or too little. Similar to the fairy tale, Goldilocks and the 3 Bears, you want the right amount of color when you speak to keep your audience’s attention on your words.

Have you ever noticed that the best speaking voices in the business are deep, rich, and warm? Think of those actors – both men and women – who are known for having a great sound. Who is your favorite? James Earl Jones or Sean Connery or George Clooney? How about Angelina Jolie, Felicia Rashad, or Kathleen Turner? All of these voices are deep in pitch – not high. One of the greatest and definitely the sexiest of the voices was the late Barry White. Whether the man was speaking or singing, his voice was incredibly sensual and one of the most alluring sounds I’ve ever heard.

How to prepare a good presentation? A combination of factors contributes: we must first begin early to collect the information content that the listener needs, having taken steps to learn more. Remember that the issue is not so much to know what to say, but how to tell him to make sure they understand our message. As a speaker, you have a duty of responsibility vis-Ã -vis the audience. Even if you approach a subject you know well, make sure you prepare yourself, once again. P

You have a much more dynamic voice inside of you. You have a voice that is probably deeper in pitch than your habitual voice. You have a voice that is rich, warm and resonant. How can I say these things and be confident in my analysis of your voice without ever having heard you? Because the majority of people throughout the world power their voice by means of their throat and voice box. And, if you are part of the majority – which is 99% of the population – then you are unaware that by changing your voice placement, you could discover a voice that is truly your best asset.

Whether you are a scientist, speaker or school teacher, it’s obvious to us all that the only way you become an expert in your skill is to learn and practice exhaustively. You also need to learn from the skills of those who have gone before you and avoid making the same mistakes your predecessors have made. Brilliant speakers don’t just wake up one morning to find themselves speaking with the clarity and confidence required to captivate an audience.

One of the most important things you can do in public speaking is to make eye contact with your audience. Watching a clock on the wall, gazing above the heads of the audience, keeping your focus on your notes or a powerpoint presentation, or staring at just one person in the crowd is not making eye contact.

I’ve been talking a lot about the Divine Feminine. I love the phenomenon that is taking place right now with women. Conversations with girlfriends are testament to the fact that the way we choose to express ourselves is changing. We are finding our power in places that previously were forbidden; at least according to society.

Your voice is a key part of your presentation delivery. And having a tired, hoarse voice can negatively impact your presentation. I’ve conducted many training programs where I’ve had to present for five or six hours a day for five days in a row. And I’ve also sung in choirs and as a soloist. So I understand how important it is to take care of my voice so I can rely on it being ready when I need it. Here are my five tips for keeping your voice healthy: 1. Hydrater

Testimonials and case studies attesting to the power of your work are great ways to prove your credibility, so that your ideal clients feel confident about investing in themselves through working with you. But what if you’re just starting out in a new field or niche and you don’t have that level of evidence yet? Never fear, because here are two ways to create credibility at the beginning of a new business—and a third approach that helps entrepreneurs at every stage articulate the power of their work: 1. Don’t throw the baby out with the bathwater.

While it is true that most people do not like to hear themselves on recording equipment because they do not like or recognize the sound of their speaking voice, there is another group of people who are also surprised by their lack of clear diction. And it does not just happen to those in which English is not their first language. It happens to those in which English is their native tongue. - Being able to speak the language of the country in which you are living is very important.

Radical Self Forgiveness As you know I’ve been writing and speaking about the Divine Feminine a lot lately. I always make a point to explain that this is a Feminine that we haven’t known before. It’s the Powerful Feminine. I’m not talking about women owning their power through masculine energies which is what we began to do during the feminist movement. The Divine Feminine is about embracing our womanhood and being empowered through it. Then we can actually become the Feminine Face of God.

Whether you’re a professional public speaker or someone occasionally called upon to speak at company meetings… or to prospective clients… you want to make sure your audience quickly “gets” your message. The way to do it is to brand yourself. In other words, to sum up your message with a brief, slogan-like phrase — and build your presentation around that phrase. Sort of like the way Rodney Dangerfield built his act around the hook “I don’t get no respect.”

Many of you are playing the follow-up game. You have people who say, "Oh, I really want to coach with you," but they haven't made the investment yet. Or somebody's been looking at doing a VIP day with you, but they haven't gotten back to you. Or you're having a live training and 20 people have said they want to be in it, but no one's ponied up yet. We've all been there, right? So how do you get all these people who say they want to work with you to commit? It's actually very easy. You just have to use limiters. Structure them in right up front.

All problems are not equal. Some will bite you. Some just nudge you. Those nudges are worthy of more attention. You will encounter two types of problems, acute and chronic. They have two distinct warnings signs and different methods of solving them. You need to be aware of both types of problems and how to solve them. You may already know about the first type. But knowing how to identify and solve the second type will provide greater benefit for you and your organization. The acute problem is most common. You don't need to go looking for it.

I recently received an email from a man who runs a museum in Australia inquiring whether he could include my blog posts in his newsletters for his museum guides. Why would a museum guide need information on the voice? Because his employees often speak non-stop throughout their day.

I'm a big believe in the power of tithing as taught by Edwene Gaines in The Four Spiritual Laws of Prosperity. In her model you tithe 10% of your income to those people, places or institutions who have fed you spiritually. They've inspired you, helped you to remember who you are. By giving in this way, you acknowledge God as the Source, and the more I've experimented with this practice the more I've become convinced that, try as we might, we cannot out give God.

Some years ago, I was in London, Canada, speaking to a very large group of lawyers and their spouses about the power of the speaking voice. Part of my presentation on voice deals with color, which is the life, the animation, the emotion you express in speaking. In talking about this aspect of the voice, I mentioned a lawyer from London who was very well-known for being expressive – a most colorful man – by the name of Julius Melnitzer.

A lot of people contact me because they want to speak more clearly, more distinctly. What I explain to my clients and customers is that my goal for them is not to eliminate their accent – merely to have them be understood the 1st time they say it. I like accents. An accent or even a dialect is part of what makes you, you.

n nThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Public Speaking. Public Speaking is speaking to a group of people in a structured manner with the intention to inform, influence, or entertain the audience. A good orator should be able to invoke emotion in their listeners, not just inform them. Nancy Daniels is the Official Guide to Public Speaking . International Speaker and Voice Specialist, Nancy Daniels, also known as The Voice Lady, has been involved in vo

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You are attending a business or association meeting, when out of the blue, the meeting chair asks you to say a few words. How do you get through this? Follow this sure-fire process to write your speech in five minutes or less. Decide on the message that you want to give to this group. Do you ...

n nThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Public Speaking. Public Speaking is speaking to a group of people in a structured manner with the intention to inform, influence, or entertain the audience. A good orator should be able to invoke emotion in their listeners, not just inform them. Nancy Daniels is the Official Guide to Public Speaking . International Speaker and Voice Specialist, Nancy Daniels, also known as The Voice Lady, has been involved in vo

Many people worry about living on the edge, yet they are already there. Every decision, every thought, and every action is taking them into the unknown. Who knows what will happen next?

One of the characteristics of dynamic public speakers is that they believe in themselves. We all know that public speaking is man’s greatest fear; however, if you approach the lecte doubting yourself, how successful do you think you will be? Believing you cannot do it is a recipe for ...

Everyone who tries to learn stand-up comedy already knows that… One of the biggest problems most new comedians face when they are trying to learn stand-up comedy is that they can’t seem to get to the punchlines quick enough in their act. In other words, the set-ups to the jokes are too long. ...

One of the reasons I like writing articles is that I can test out real world public speaking techniques and then share my results to you. Which brings me to a recent speaking engagement that was… how do I say this delicately …well, NOT the ideal speaking situation. In fact, for any humorist or speaker it might not be ideal. It was certainly a challenge, to say the least. In over 30 years of either speaking or doing stand-up comedy -- this was an engagement that tested me, my ability and confidence.

A few years ago, I was telling my colleague, Dianne Legro that I was going to be the only female speaker at an upcoming multi-speaker event, and that the male speakers I knew would be jumping up on chairs in the middle of their presentation, throwing things at the audience and pounding walls. I was conce ed that I wouldn’t make enough of a splash with my authentic, grounded style. Her response changed my perspective and gave me a lot of peace. She said, “Lisa, you have a magnetic style, and they have an explosive style.” She couldn’t have been more right!

Does it ever feel to you that you have a little "devil" inside sabotaging your best efforts? This obscure part of you that wants the exact opposite of what you have desired for the longest time seems to be constantly lurking destroying any hope for your perfect life. This little part of you comes out at the most inopportune times to sabotage your best efforts. If you didn't know better you'd say you were crazy. We all have this at times. It may manifest for different people in different ways. It's this little devil that makes up your "core".

As I mentioned in Part I, being specific sells and makes a story more personal. Give your audience a place to envision by telling them the specific location of your joke or story. For instance, say you were in Tommy's Diner in Hoboken, New Jersey -- as opposed to just saying New Jersey. Your audience will have a specific place to think about and will become more engaged. Here are some more tips.

I read an article in Psychology Today entitled, Is a Sexy Voice More Attractive Than a Pretty Face? My question with the statistics and the studies is not whether a sexy voice is more attractive than one’s face but how they judged their findings. There is no doubt that women find men with a deep voice both sexy and attractive – the late great Barry White had not only an incredibly rich, warm sensual singing voice but his speaking voice was just as alluring. We swooned over this man.

Peter Fogel's "How to NOT to Compete With Food While Delivering a Speech or Presentation!" This truly could be the bane of any speaker's existence. Just think: You have to WOW your audience (who might never have seen you before)…. you have to deal with the set of the room (location of chairs and tables near platform) and NOW, you have the nightmare of having to deal with food that is being served. That said, when preparing to give a formal speech at a banquet (or any large gathering focused around a meal), experience has taught me you have make "a few adjustments."

Being expressive when you speak is referred to as color. Color is heard in the various and vivid effects of your vocal sound: it is also seen in your facial expression and body language. Speaking without color is called speaking in a monotone. It is also called boring. - You can have the most resonant, dynamic speaking voice, but if you lack expression then it is quite possible that you are putting your audience or your listeners to sleep!

According to Webster's dictionary, a turning point is, “A point in which a decision is made”. We make decisions every day; many,many, decisions, over and over again. That's what we do. We make decisions to get up get dressed, and go out of the house. Where we go and what we do is what we are. When we make a decision, it's a choice. The choices we make determine the lives we live. Very often the choices we make are because of opportunities we get. Things come up; things go around, sometimes right past you, and sometimes right in your face. How can you not do that?

Does this sound familiar? You go to a loud club and your friends tell you that they can’t hear you even though you’ve been talking in a louder voice. Your throat feels raw and sore or perhaps you have lost your voice after an hour or two of straining to be heard. What you are experiencing is vocal abuse. You’ve been pushing your voice, which is not only straining your vocal cords and throat, but is not being heard in the process. This is tiring, frustrating and can lead to permanent damage. - Your friends don’t have this problem so why do you?

As you gear up for the new year, you may be looking to expand and bring on new members to your team. Of course, when you do so, you’re going to have to ask certain questions in order to discover which applicant is the best fit. It can be challenging to get the information you require, so to help you do so, try adding my two favorite hiring questions to your mix: 1. How much compensation do you need? How much would make you happy?

You have prepared your material and practiced it out loud. You are comfortable making eye contact with your audience and you speak with emotion, life and animation. Everything is a go or is it? Have you ever considered the vehicle that is transporting your message? Do you place any value on your speaking voice?