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The Ideal Way to Prepare a Great Speech or Presentation

Oct 16, 2022 by Gary Genard

Forget what you've learned about writing a speech. Take an actor and speech coach's advice. Here's the ideal way to prepare a great speech or presentation. read more »

How to Think on Your Feet: Speak Effectively Under Pressure!

Jun 19, 2022 by Gary Genard

Anyone can give an okay presentation. But what about when the tough questions come? Here's how to think on your feet and speak effectively under pressure! read more »

Are You Clear? How to Be a Concise and Compelling Speaker

Apr 11, 2021 by Gary Genard

Are you clear when you speak in person and virtually? Here's how to be a concise and compelling speaker every time. read more »

Get to the Point! — How to Speak More Concisely

Sep 06, 2020 by Gary Genard

Do you take listeners round and round the mulberry bush? Here's how to get to the point and speak more concisely. read more »

How to Build a Presentation: The 7-Step Method for Speaking with Influence

Jul 26, 2020 by Gary Genard

Want to know how to write a speech or build a presentation? Follow my 7-step method for speaking with influence! read more »

Your Speech's Introduction: How to Make It Powerful

Jun 07, 2020 by Gary Genard

Successful presenting means knowing how to start a speech. Here's how to write an introduction to make it powerful. read more »

The Best Way to Choose a Great Speech Topic

May 19, 2019 by Gary Genard

Interested in knowing exactly what an audience is hoping to hear? Here's the best way to choose a great speech topic. read more »

How to Think on Your Feet: Two Exercises for Speaking Under Pressure

Mar 03, 2019 by Gary Genard

Whether you're pitching an idea or facing tough Q & A, public speaking requires thinking on your feet. Here's how to up your game when you're under pressure! read more »

Are You Preparing for an Important Presentation in the Wrong Way?

Aug 26, 2018 by Gary Genard

Is your desire to be a good speaker getting in your way? Here's how to avoid the trap of creating a 'perfect' presentation instead of an effective one! read more »

How to Make Your Notes Into a Sensational Speech

Jun 03, 2018 by Gary Genard

Can you transform your notes and data into a powerful speech? Writing and speaking are vastly different . . . so here's how to tap into some presentation magic! read more »

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