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Body Language and Public Speaking: Connecting Movement to Message

Jul 27, 2014 by Gary Genard

As an actor, the first thing I decide when creating a character is how he walks. I know that if I understand how my character moves, I'll gain insight into how he thinks. Movement in any kind of ... read more »

Body Language and Leadership Qualities: Do You Show the Right Stuff?

Jul 20, 2014 by Gary Genard

Leaders know that body language is one way to demonstrate leadership qualities when speaking in public. Ordinary speakers only deliver content, but leaders do much more, using their physical presence ... read more »

Presence! — 3 Ways to Become a More Exciting Speaker

Jul 06, 2014 by Gary Genard

To be a successful speaker, develop stage presence! Here are 3 powerful techniques to interest, engage, and excite listeners. read more »

Interaction! — It's the Soul of a Great Presentation

Jun 29, 2014 by Gary Genard

You know your content cold. You're absolutely clear on the message you want to get across. read more »

Speak to Be Heard: Developing a More Powerful Voice

Jun 22, 2014 by Gary Genard

When you speak socially or professionally, how can you be sure your voice is being heard? read more »

The PowerPoint Waltz: Certain Death in 5 Easy Steps!

Jun 01, 2014 by Gary Genard

There may be 7 Deadly Sins, but PowerPoint users often commit five sins of their own. And it's we audience members who end up doing penance. read more »

12 Ingredients of a Great Commencement Address

May 24, 2014 by Gary Genard

The season of the commencement address is upon us, and having listened to one yesterday, I have a few thoughts to share with you. read more »

For Public Speaking Success, Aim for Truth Not Excellence!

May 17, 2014 by Gary Genard

Lately, I've been thinking about a paradox of the theater that also applies to public speaking. Here it is: read more »

Trust Your Intuition to Be a Better Speaker

May 04, 2014 by Gary Genard

Would you like to be fully present as a speaker―for your own comfort and confidence as well as meeting the needs of your audience? read more »

An Actor's Secrets for Great Business Presentations

Apr 20, 2014 by Gary Genard

Acting is believing—and the same applies to giving a terrific business presentation. read more »

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