How ?Fear of Speaking? Can Actually Make You a Better Public Speaker

by Larry Tracy
What a name--the Murder Board! It sounds like something Tony Soprano might convene, doesn't it? But, despite the macabre name, it has nothing t o do with a criminal act and everything to do with becoming a better public speaker and a more persuasive...
Read this article

For Speakers: Ten Tips on How to Increase Your Fees By Catherine Franz

by Catherine Franz
One of the most important tools speakers use is their FEE SCHEDULE. Here are ten tips to help you increase your attractiveness and income, while communicating exactly what you offer and clarify your fees for your programs, products, and...
Read this article

Speaker Partnership Offers Trade Show Value

by Eileen McDargh
Want to gain added exposure at a trade show? Consider sponsoring a professional speaker at the attendees meeting. But don't just settle for a banner on the stage with your company name. There's much...
Read this article

How To Get Paid Every Time You Speak - REALLY! By Maria Marsala

by Maria Marsala
For many, speaking or training is a full time business. Yet for other business owners, we use speaking/training as a way to market a business and bring in extra income. No matter which it is? all or part...
Read this article

Timing - Why You Should Never Go Overtime with Your Presentation or Speech By Paul Daniels

by Paul Daniels
In a conference setting, nothing annoys audiences more than talks that go overtime. It shows a lack of consideration for the audience, and to be frank, there is absolutely no excuse for it if...
Read this article

Use Props to Improve Your Public Speaking Confidence By Graham Jones

by Graham Jones
If you are one of the many people who fear speaking in public, you can use a simple technique to overcome your worries when on the platform. All you need to do is employ the...
Read this article

Fear!

by Steve Brummet
I am terrified of heights. The thought of skydiving, for example makes my stomach do somersaults. I am also very nervous about closed spaces, claustrophobia. People and what they are afraid of...
Read this article

Conversationally Speaking By Diane DiResta

by Diane DiResta
?Would you like to say a few words?? How many of us dread that request? The thought of speaking off the cuff can terrify even veteran speakers. But what about the ability to give a...
Read this article

Public Speaking: Definitions

by Tom Antion
You can use a quick comical definition to liven up a public speaking engagement. As always, make sure the word defined is relevant to the point you are trying to make. Here are some definitions...
Read this article

Public Speaking: Alliteration

by Tom Antion
When you are speaking in public, humor need not be knee slapping funny to be effective. Here is a mild form of humor to add to your public speaking engagements. Alliteration is the repetition of...
Read this article

Be a Guest Speaker and Attract Business

by Michael Losier
Being a guest speaker in front of the right audience can be an excellent way to attract new business. Many clubs, organizations, conventions, and trade shows seek guest speakers who can provide useful information to...
Read this article

Advice for Speakers and Presenters: 7 Ways to Turn a Free Gig Into a Financial Windfall By Leesa Barnes

by Leesa Barnes
You?ve been asked to speak for an audience. However, the event organizer or meeting planner tells you they can?t pay you. Your heart sinks knowing that speaking for free will cost you in the long...
Read this article

How to Create a Compelling Media Kit By Wendi McNeill

by Wendi McNeill
A well-built media kit is vital for effective marketing. Without it, all your promotional efforts could be wasted. You might be able to talk a good game and get the ?hiring? company energized and excited...
Read this article

Now Appearing: 9 Tips for a Well-Attended Event

by Jenna Glatzer
When I made the decision to do free workshops and book signings for my latest book, Make a Real Living as a Freelance Writer, I thought it would be easy to draw an audience. I...
Read this article

Public Speaking: Be Careful

by Tom Antion
I was doing an event for 3200 people in California and it was a really big deal. I had a two stage managers with headsets counting down 30 seconds till show time, a personal assistant...
Read this article

Read Your Way to Speaking Success

by Mike Moore
The most important thing a speaker can do to enhance a career is to become an authority in their specific subject area. You want to reach a point where people automatically think of you when...
Read this article

The Best Practical Tips for Overcoming Stage Fright

by Chris Widener
As one who does some speech coaching, I have heard all of the crazy ideas on how to conquer stage fright, but I think in more basic ideas. Actually, just a few.Here they are:1.Know your...
Read this article

SOS - Goal Setting By Fran Watson

by Fran Watson
... --- ... SOS This is the traditional seafaring emergency call to "Save Our Ship!" - to rush first aid to a sinking vessel. On land - and in daily life - it stands, simply,...
Read this article

The Heart of Presenting: How to Unleash Your Public Speaking Genius

by Carla Rieger
Speaking In The FlowHave you ever given a presentation one day that moved mountains, and the next day you were so dull you even bored yourself? I remember addressing a group and suddenly finding myself...
Read this article

Using Your Natural Style On Stage

by Linda Snyder
We were both speakers at the same convention presenting on the same day?but what a difference.  I am tall, while she?s short. I am a magnetic speaker?I draw people in with stories and examples. She?s...
Read this article