by Trish Springsteen | Apr 5, 2010 | Communication, Public Speaking
I remember talking to a local identity who was known for their brilliance in public speaking, He said, ruefully, that he had no problem starting out; even less with the main body but when it came to shutting up and sitting down he just fell to pieces! And that is a...
by Trish Springsteen | Apr 1, 2010 | Communication, Public Speaking
“If you woke up breathing, congratulations! You have another chance.” ~Andrea BoydstonSo I guess we have all passed that test … and we now know that the basis of all life is the act of breathing.We may not be equally aware of the fact that the basis of all...
by Trish Springsteen | Mar 31, 2010 | Communication, Public Speaking
An essential part of public speaking is your Audience. Well obviously you might say – without an audience you can’t really be a public speaker. Audiences are who we speak to and why we are there.It’s surprising therefore, how often we forget them or take the audience...
by Trish Springsteen | Mar 29, 2010 | Communication, Public Speaking
More and more Powerpoint plays a significant role in our presentations. At our workshops we are often asked for tips on using Powerpoint. The common comment we hear is “The company gives us the Powerpoint presentation and we just have to give it.” How easy is that!...
by Trish Springsteen | Mar 27, 2010 | Business, Communication, Public Speaking, Women in Business
Last blog I discussed what debating is and briefly outlined the format of a debate. I was asked to explain how debating can help your communication and public speaking skills.Oral Communication is vital in a debate. However, it is also important to add the visual...
by Trish Springsteen | Mar 24, 2010 | Business, Communication, Public Speaking, Women in Business
As a member of Gaythorne Toastmasters Club I was given the opportunity yesterday and today to share my love of debating and public speaking with Madonna King on the ABC radio. I was asked to share debating tips prior to the Health Care Debate between Mr Rudd and Mr...
