by Trish Springsteen | Oct 7, 2007 | Communication, Public Speaking
In order to hold the attention of a large audience, we need to prevent dull boredom setting in. If we have vivid visual aids, if we have a dynamic and organised presentation, then we are half way there. But if we deliver it in a monotonous monotone there will be...
by Trish Springsteen | Oct 6, 2007 | Communication, Personal Development, Public Speaking
Anyone can make a superb speech if they will speak about something that has deeply stirred them. Living, feeling, thinking, enduring – that is the finest preparation ever yet devised for speaking.Audience analysis is a central element for successfully choosing...
by Trish Springsteen | Oct 3, 2007 | Communication, Public Speaking
One of the many questions we are asked in our Communication and and Public Speaking courses is: “Well its easy to know what to talk on at work we are given the subject matter but what do we do when we are asked to speak and the topic is up to us??”Ideas...
by Trish Springsteen | Oct 1, 2007 | Communication, Public Speaking
Many of our participants say they are so nervous that when they get up to speak the mind is blank. That wonderful speech has just vanished into thin air. There is an oft quoted saying -Preparation Prevents Poor Performance. Prepare your topic – do your research- give...
by Trish Springsteen | Sep 28, 2007 | Communication, Public Speaking
It’s a fact that people remember the first thing you say and the last thing they hear. They may be convinced by the body of your argument, but they will remember your conclusion far more clearly.So if you want to close your presentation and leave a lasting impression...
by Trish Springsteen | Sep 25, 2007 | Communication, Public Speaking
There is an urban myth that says you only have 30 seconds to make an impression. Whether that is true or not, when you start your presentation you will need to grab the audience’s attention.You need to start with a big enough bang to say “Listen to me, I have...