Take It Easy: Keeping your cool on stage isn’t just about avoiding embarrassment – it’s about maintaining the trust and respect of your audience. When something unexpected happens, your reaction defines you more … Read More
Keep Going
It’s hard to believe that more than a year and a half has passed since the COVID-19 pandemic upended our world. In that time, we’ve seen the virus shift and … Read More
Bring Out The Best
Public speaking is an art that thrives on continual refinement. While mastering it demands dedication and perseverance, relying solely on self-assessment can limit your growth. Solo practice helps you polish … Read More
It Pays To Compete
Stepping into a speech contest doesn’t just test your message; it sharpens it. The moment you commit, you stop rehearsing casually and start preparing with purpose. As many speakers discover, … Read More
Don’t Skip The Transition
A good emcee is a public speaker too. Beyond fundamentals like body language, eye contact and vocal variety, there’s a craft element that separates a merely functional program from a … Read More
Physical Presence Matters
When the pandemic pushed presentations onto Zoom and Microsoft Teams, many speakers kept the show going—but something essential shifted. Virtual tools sustained communication; they didn’t replicate the “touch and feel” … Read More
Goodbye 20 Hello 21
Every new year marks a natural pause—a moment to reflect on what’s behind and prepare for what lies ahead. For speakers, this isn’t just about fireworks and resolutions. It’s about … Read More
Evaluation Revisited
. Evaluating another speaker is not just about giving feedback—it is a form of public speaking in itself. The evaluator takes the stage with a different mission: to help another … Read More
That Was So Scary
The other day, this author attended a Zoom presentation where the speaker spoke passionately about his favourite topic. For nearly fifteen minutes, he delivered his points with energy and clarity, … Read More
No Today, Yes Tomorrow
There are times when we are asked to deliver a last-minute presentation. Deep down, we know we are not ready. Perhaps the day was filled with back-to-back commitments, leaving us … Read More
Live Versus Recorded Presentation
Which is better — a live or recorded presentation? The truth is, the answer depends on what you are trying to achieve. Instead of treating them as rivals, why not … Read More















