Presenting is such an important skill. The Uniform Code of Military Justice says that any officer who sends a soldier into battle without a weapon can be court-martialed. Well, if there were a code of justice in the business world,… Read More »Why presenting is such an important skill
Vilfredo Pareto (1848-1923) was an Italian economist who noticed that 80 percent of the land in Italy was owned by 20% of the people, and that 20% of the peapods in his garden produced 80% of the peas. He invented… Read More »80/20 Rule for Public Speaking
When we are anxious as presenters, we grow eggshells around us. Invisible eggshells. And we live inside them, a little scrunched up, worried about what’s outside those dangerously thin walls. At these times, remember these words: “Omelets are not made without breaking… Read More »Break out of your shell and make an omelet
The first time I spoke in front of a group, my hands were shaking and my legs were trembling. “G-g-g-g-good morning everyone,” I stuttered my opening. “Today I will talk about…” This was a terrible experience, and it motivated me… Read More »Guest Blog by Jonathan Li, President of The Expressive Leader
Praise a child for being smart and you give her a self-concept that can be ruined by her B-minus. From that moment on, she may choose to play it safe, lest she lose her precious identity as a smartie. But praise her… Read More »The Right Way to Give Praise
We’re winding up our series on how to keep your listeners attentive, keep yourself energetic, and make the most of your time in the spotlight. We’ve covered 6 tips in our first two parts. Here’s the last 4: 7. Get… Read More »How Not to Bore an Audience (3 of 3)