It is widely held that man is the only creature with language. But that may not be true. African vervet monkeys are always looking around for danger, and when they perceive a threat, they give an alarm that is specific… Read More »The first purpose of language and presentation
A study in the Journal of Sports Sciences established that pro-basketball players who had a rigid pre-shot routine were 17% more accurate foul shooters than those who did not. The rigid pre-shot routine is believed to help transfer control of… Read More »Overcoming stage fright is a presentation skill
Once again, I am the speech coach who has run into a very accomplished person who mumbles. He’s on the fast track at a major American corporation, and his boss has gotten word that senior people can’t understand him when… Read More »Energetic Lips
There are multiple layers of challenges for the business presenter. For instance, there’s the psychological—the fact that we are all anxious about public speaking, even the best of us. And when we are anxious, some of us tend to become… Read More »Public Speaking Course in New Jersey
I just read some Mind Mints at www.garyforman.com. The guy can write. Who is Gary Forman? He’s a speech writer, a good one. I know he’s good because last year I partnered with him on a speech for Endo Pharmaceuticals, and… Read More »Kick Butt Presenting
In case you missed the BCS Championship Game on Monday night, or you don’t follow college football, or any sports for that matter, but you do take an interest in performance under pressure, please watch Mr. Cam Newton in action.… Read More »Cam Newton’s body language