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Public Enemy #1 of Effective Presentations: Multitasking

May 16, 2012 by Gary Genard

Imagine: You're on the phone with a decision-maker you've been trying to reach forever. You've finally succeeded, and now you're making your pitch. . . . But something's wrong. That other person ... read more »

To Conquer Fear of Public Speaking, Here's True 'Inspiration'

May 13, 2012 by Gary Genard

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For Public Speaking "Magic," Speak for the Ear Not the Eye

May 10, 2012 by Gary Genard

Want to create magic when you speak? Let's go there. You'll first have to step with me into th Way Back machine. We'll set the dial for 800 B.C., and the Way Back positioning system (the WPS) for the ... read more »

Smart Speakers Use this Technique to Persuade Listeners. Do You?

May 06, 2012 by Gary Genard

I’ll never forget how I learned one of life’s great lessons: Seize every opportunity that comes your way to get an education. Or to say it another way: Don’t be stupid enough to let educational ... read more »

Interpersonal Skills: 7 Tips for a Successful Job Interview

May 03, 2012 by Gary Genard

As you know, or should know, a successful job interview is only partly about the interview itself. Other behavior that you exhibit as part of your job interview skills is equally important. read more »

Public Speaking Skills: How to Give a 'Command Performance'

Apr 29, 2012 by Gary Genard

You have a speech or presentation coming up. Naturally, you’ve been thinking about it. The truth is you’ve been kind of obsessing about it, haven’t you? (To help conquer your nervousness and stage ... read more »

Leadership Skills: 3 Ways to Make Yourself a Powerful Speaker

Apr 26, 2012 by Gary Genard

Making yourself a powerful speaker is a lot easier than you think. read more »

How to Survive an Encounter with a Dangerous . . . Podium!

Apr 19, 2012 by Gary Genard

You may think you know how to use body language when speaking. But do you have the skills to protect yourself from a hungry podium? read more »

PowerPoint? -- Learn this Skill if You Want to Succeed!

Apr 15, 2012 by Gary Genard

A few years ago, I conducted a sales training workshop at an annual sales meeting. The following day, I was fortunate to sit in on a talk entitled "The 7 Traits of a Successful Salesperson." It was a ... read more »

Use This Amazing Technique to Boost Your Communication Skills

Apr 11, 2012 by Gary Genard

At some point in the public speaking workshops I conduct, I ask the audience this question: read more »

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