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"Be a voice not an echo." - Albert Einstein

Speaking for Leadership: How to Achieve Relaxation and Focus

Feb 07, 2016 by Gary Genard

Being a comfortable and confident public speaker is a key leadership skill. Here are two relaxation techniques for improved focus and presence. read more »

The Top 10 Public Speaking Blogs of 2015

Dec 27, 2015 by Gary Genard

Want to improve your public speaking success in 2016? Here's a look at this year's Top 10 public speaking blogs featuring helpful techniques and advice. read more »

Presentation Technology . . . Are You Using It Effectively?

Nov 15, 2015 by Gary Genard

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How to Woo an Audience and Move People to Action!

Sep 27, 2015 by Gary Genard

Every day, the world provides riches that can improve our knowledge and skills as public speakers. We should always look beyond our profession, of course, for ideas and connections we can use. But ... 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 »

Voice of a Leader: 3 Key Public Speaking Skills for Leadership

Sep 29, 2013 by Gary Genard

If you want to speak for true leadership, you need to know how to use your voice. (To learn how to speak more memorably, download my free cheat sheet, "4 Characteristics of an Influential Speaker.") read more »

Want Stage Presence as a Speaker? Use These Actors' Secrets!

Jun 12, 2013 by Gary Genard

Can business speakers, like great actors, possess stage presence? Absolutely! Here are 3 ways you can speak with maximum impact. read more »

"What If?" — A Magic Formula to Transform Your Public Speaking

May 01, 2013 by Gary Genard

Did you know that you're as much a performer as an actor when you deliver a presentation? Actors, of course, are performers par excellence of the spoken word. When you deliver a speech or ... read more »

For Public Speaking Success, Ask the Right Questions!

Feb 24, 2013 by Gary Genard

Have you heard that a rhetorical question is a great way to get your audience’s attention? Well, it is. So is a question that you actually expect an answer to. In both cases, speaking directly to ... read more »

Communication Skills: 4 Ways to Achieve Vocal Power

Apr 01, 2012 by Gary Genard

Did you ever consider that delivering an outstanding presentation is like performing a great song? Not only is the “music” delightful to listen to, but your voice soars on a combination of dynamic ... read more »

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