Attitude
How do you build confidence in nervous presenters and speakers
I have just returned from a camping holiday in Dorset and whilst away I had the delight of lighting and then tending a camp fire every evening. As I was gazing into the embers one evening it suddenly struck me that there are a number of similarities between lighting a camp fire and developing someone’s…
Read MoreA cheeky sales approach that worked
Today I was phoned by a guy who I have met on a couple of occasions at local networking events. he works for a company called the disc directory, a local on-line business directory covering Portsmouth and Southampton. Now I’m pretty hard on tele-sales people but his approach was so refreshing that I just had…
Read MoreLearn How To Be More Charismatic – It’s Not as Hard as You Think
Updated May 2017… Charisma, some people have it and some don’t! How often have we heard that comment? Everyone agrees that is an important and desirable characteristic whether you are a salesperson, a team leader, a presenter or a teacher but it seems such an intangible thing. So what is it and how can you…
Read MoreProjecting authority
Whether you a presenting to one person or one thousand, the ability to project authority and credibility is crucial. The question is how do you do it? Authority, or “gravitas” as some people call it, is a desirable yet nebulous characteristic that is closely related to charisma. We all recognise it, but are hard put,…
Read MoreHow do we believe in ourselves?
This post was promopted by a comment made by my wife Lyn after an early morning walk today. It was a beautiful morning here in the South of Hampshire. The sky was just starting to colour up as the sun rose and the air was crisp and fresh. After a few minutes of silent contemplation…
Read MorePerfection is not connection
Today I had the privilege of meeting up with my great friends and inspirational speakers Richard & Liz. We talked about all sorts of things to do with success, self-development and happiness and as ever, I left with a whole load of exciting new ideas and insights. I could write several posts on the outcomes of this…
Read MoreUse conscious attention to dissolve your nerves
Even the most experienced managers can be paralysed by nerves. I see it almost every time I run a course and I know that, with the help and support of a good coach and fellow students this fear can be overcome. There are lots of techniques to help including; Deep breathing Visualisation Holding a little saliva in your…
Read MoreHow to be authentic when you speak in public
Why being more authentic leads to speaking success Every time I run a presentation skills workshop I get asked questions like; What is the “right” way to present? Should I use humour? Should I move or stand still? My answer is always the same. “You have to learn how to be authentic.” You see I…
Read MorePrisoners of our own beleifs
In a slight digression from my normal posts, I’d like to share some thoughts about limiting beleifs and how they hold us back from realising our true potential, be that as a presenter, influencer, parent etc. I hope you enjoy this short (5min) audio podcast. Just make sure your speakers are turned on and click…
Read MoreDiscourage Critical Feedback If You Want To Improve Faster
I’ve been training presentation and public speaking skills for more than ten years now and today I’d like to share one thing I learned which has had the biggest single impact on the results I get. If you are curious to know what it it, then read on. I still remember the first bit of…
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