We’ve all heard that eye contact is essential for successful public speaking. Sometimes, however, looking audience members in the eye isn’t easy, especially when nervousness and self-consciousness hijack our thinking…

Everything begins with and flows from your state. Your results in public speaking or any other activity you engage in will only be as effective as your personal state.
Your state manifests from your thoughts, beliefs and emotions; in particular those you choose in the moment.
When you drill down further, what are beliefs? Your beliefs are [...]

In this fresh decade, people are setting resolutions and crafting long lists of goals to only give up on them the following day. Practicing and perfecting your public speaking and communication skills is a long-term commitment, one with excellent pay-offs. Setting and achieving your short and long-term public speaking goals will aid in implementing the [...]

Regardless of how good you are as a public or professional speaker, you can always get better.
Self-Confidence
In speech giving, frequently your level of self-confidence will be directly proportionate to the quality of both your speech and its delivery. The two important elements of self-confidence are preparation and practice.
Excellent speech preparation includes: mastery of topic (even [...]

Public speakers have a tremendous responsibility to deliver their presentations effectively, with confidence and conviction. In order to deliver a successful presentation, the speaker needs to polish their presentation skills. Discovering strategy and tips to deliver your presentations will greatly enhance your presentation skills.
1.    Know the Purpose. Know why you have been asked to speak. [...]