🎭 Hey Reader! Shakespeare’s famous line, “All the world’s a stage,” captures the 💗of public speaking? Don't you agree? Every time you step into a meeting, give a presentation, or even introduce yourself, you’re stepping onto your stage. And whether your “audience” is one person or a hundred, you have a chance to connect, inspire, and own the moment–own the stage. But here’s the thing:Many people let fear or doubt take centre stage instead. Their nerves, self-criticism, or “what-if-I-mess-up”...
4 months ago • 3 min read
📣 Hey Public Speaker, I can call you that, right? I think so. Whether we are speaking to an audience of one or one thousand, we are 'public speaking' because public speaking is about effectively communicating our thoughts to inform, inspire entertain or persuade our listeners to think, feel or act differently. As speakers, we communicate both verbally, through our words, and non- verbally, through our body-language Here’s a truth bomb for you: Your words are only powerful if people are...
5 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Public Speaker! “Do you prefer in-person or virtual presentations?” It’s a question that sparks a lot of debate among speakers, creators and leaders. Each format has its strengths—and its challenges. In-person presentations allow for a powerful connection. You can feel the energy in the room, gauge audience reactions in real time, and adjust your delivery in real-time. But in-person presentations also demand additional preparation, a strong stage presence and the ability to command a live...
5 months ago • 1 min read
Do you think you're a funny or a totally-not-funny type of speaker? Am I funny? Even though, people say that I'm funny, I used to think I wasn’t the “funny-type' of speaker. I had witnessed other people effortlessly crack jokes during their speeches, and their audience was literally in stitches. Meanwhile, I’d edit and re-edit my script until I had drained the marrow from my funny-bone certain I with so much effort put into writing, surely I would 'break a leg' on stage. It didn't turn out...
6 months ago • 2 min read
Push the Pace and Win the Race: What Running Taught Me About Public Speaking You may not know this but I’ve been running long distance races for years—long enough to know that my usual pace, is the same steady rhythm I’ve stuck to for.....ever! Running is something I enjoy– it's when I think and when I don't think. It's when I let my stress out and when I feel free to be me. But recently, there’s been one problem: I have not been getting any fitter, faster or stronger. My body got used to the...
7 months ago • 2 min read
Public Speaking: Your Secret SuperPower! Hi Reader, Have you ever felt that public speaking is something that only “naturals” can do? I’ve got news for you—public speaking is a learnable skill, and once you get the hang of it, it becomes your secret superpower. 🚀 It's true-for real! This is especially powerful for leaders, salespeople, and anyone who wants to make a lasting impact. Let me explain why: Boost Your Confidence: When you speak in front of an audience, you build a kind of...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, 🔥 What if you could cut your speech prep time in half while still wowing your audience? 👏🏼 A few months ago, as you might recall, I accepted an invitation to collaborate on an online bundle of freebies and was blown away at the numbers. (Maybe you saw it? Allison Hardy's Birthday Bundle) I put a ton of thought into what I wanted to contribute, realizing that what most people want is MORE TIME! I can't give time but I can give time-saving tricks and so.... the Public Speaking...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! I wanted to include you in this email because there are some amazing free downloads that might interest you, one way or another. As you know, effective communication affects everything we do. It's in how we express ourselves at home, in social situations, and professionally in business. Being able to articulate your thoughts and ideas and move your audience to think, feel or act differently is the essence behind every presenter's objective. and in that, our business grows. The...
8 months ago • 2 min read
Dear Reader, Long time, no email. Sorry, I disappeared on ya'. It's not for lack of want, but that's for another time. For now, I am thrilled to announce the creation of "The Speakers Circle" Newsletter. Why did I decide to create this newsletter? In one word. Simplify. After years of dedicated study, aiming to distill complex concepts into easily digestible nuggets, my goal of alleviating the pain of sifting through oodles of information yourself, saving you time, energy and overwhelm made...
about 1 year ago • 2 min read