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Too Wordy? — Here Are 7 Ways to Speak Concisely!

Jun 21, 2026 by Gary Genard

Do you get right to the point to speak with impact? If you're too wordy, here are seven ways to speak concisely. read more »

Overdoing Facial Expressions When Speaking? — Try These Exercises

Jun 07, 2026 by Gary Genard

Your facial expressions give audiences important information. But you have to control them! Try these exercises if you're up to '11.' read more »

How to Start Your Speeches Confidently and Effectively

May 03, 2026 by Gary Genard

Do you feel shaky when you start speaking and take too long to get into the groove? Here are three ways to start your speeches confidently and effectively. read more »

The Power of Silence: How to Use Pauses Effectively When You Speak

Mar 22, 2026 by Gary Genard

Are you leveraging the power of silence? Here's how to use the dramatic power of pauses when you speak! read more »

5 Powerful Tools for Audience Inspiration and Motivation

Jan 11, 2026 by Gary Genard

Want to be a speaker who makes a difference in person or in virtual meetings? Here are 5 powerful tools for audience inspiration and motivation. read more »

Your Most Powerful Tool of Spoken Performance

Jan 04, 2026 by Gary Genard

Your most powerful tool of spoken performance is, of course, your voice. Here's how to use it to keep your audiences interested, impressed, and engaged. read more »

The Voice of Authority: How to Speak Like a Leader

Dec 14, 2025 by Gary Genard

Do you possess the voice of authority and leadership? Here's how to speak like a leader who projects power, personality, and presence! read more »

7 Skills That Will Help You Speak as a Leader

Oct 26, 2025 by Gary Genard

To lead others means to project power and influence. But how do you do that in public speaking? You perform! Here are 7 ways to speak as a leader. read more »

25 Words or Phrases You Should Avoid in Speeches and Presentations

Aug 03, 2025 by Gary Genard

Want to wow audiences? Then watch out for 'death-dealing' language! Here are 25 words or phrases you should avoid in speeches and presentations. read more »

How Many Times Should You Practice a Presentation?

Jun 08, 2025 by Gary Genard

How many times should you practice a presentation? The good news is, not as many times as you think. (My way will also make you much more successful!) read more »

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