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

How to Speak the Language of Business Presentations

Aug 09, 2015 by Gary Genard

Over the last two weeks, I’ve been conducting my “Speak at Your Best!” workshop for teachers and business professionals in Todi, Italy. It’s been a great experience to offer the training in this ... read more »

3 Secret Ingredients of Crafting a Great Speech

Jun 21, 2015 by Gary Genard

This is the story of a speaker who had a great story of her own to tell, but didn’t know how to go about it. The speaker is someone who came to my office recently for speech coaching. She brought a ... read more »

Starting a Speech: How to Avoid this Common Mistake

Apr 11, 2015 by Gary Genard

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How to Use Emotions in Public Speaking

Jan 25, 2015 by Gary Genard

Today, I'd like to discuss the power of emotions in public speaking. The examples I'll use—from an introductory video, a media interview, and a eulogy—are from the worlds of medicine, sports, and law ... read more »

What to Say to Overcome Audience Resistance

Jan 18, 2015 by Gary Genard

We all know that getting an audience to accept and act on your message is easier if your listeners are receptive. Do they like you? Is what you’re saying pleasant for them to hear? Will the action ... read more »

The Top 10 Public Speaking Blogs of 2014

Nov 29, 2014 by Gary Genard

Want to know how to hook audiences early and persuade them? Interested in body language that will help you achieve presence and charisma? Ready to learn the essential leadership qualities of great ... read more »

How to Be the Best Speaker in Your Company!

Nov 09, 2014 by Gary Genard

Winston Churchill is the greatest statesman Britain has ever produced. read more »

A Speech That Will Break Your Heart . . . and Make You Smile

Aug 22, 2014 by Gary Genard

Ready for something that will break your heart while making you feel great? There's a video I ran across on ESPN that is so sweet, heartfelt, and just plain wonderful, I wanted to share it with you. read more »

Abraham Lincoln and Stage Fright: How to Overcome Fear of Public Speaking

Aug 03, 2014 by Gary Genard

The recent headline is startling: “Unpublished 1860 letter by Abraham Lincoln Shows ‘Nervous’ Side.” And if that doesn’t surprise you, this might: Lincoln reveals in the letter that public speaking ... 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 »

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