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Category: Craft of Public Speaking
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Why the Coffee Break Might Be the Most Important Part of Your Speech
Discover why coffee breaks and networking moments are the secret to public speaking success—and how to spark conversations that amplify your message.
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Speak Less, say more: how to deliver a message that sticks
There’s a common mistake even experienced speakers make: saying too much. It’s tempting—you’re passionate, you’re prepared, and you’ve got so much knowledge to share. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: the more you say, the less your audience remembers. So, what’s the point? People don’t retain everything. They retain what stands out, what’s repeated, what connects.…
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Is there such a thing as too much interaction in public speaking?
The power of interactivity in presentations is undeniable. Whether personally or virtually, you risk losing an audience that is only passively engaged. As a presenter, you must encourage your audience to actively participate and to engage with you to create a more dynamic experience. While there are many ways to do this, a simple rule…
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Interactive Virtual Presentations: The Art of Engaging
During the COVID-19 pandemic, with most of the world locked in their houses, virtual presentations became the most common way of public speaking. Those dark times are over now, but our routines have changed forever, and many of us are still asked to give virtual presentations. These presentations come with their own challenges, one of…
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Crafting Good Calls to Action: The pronoun choice we can all agree on
How should you talk to your audience? Should you say “we” or “you”? What will provide more engagement? Learn to choose the right pronoun.
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Choose your [power] words wisely
Words are powerful, and you should choose them wisely when giving a speech. This is common knowledge, but what does wisely mean exactly? When you decide to go on stage and stand in front of an audience under the spotlight, you want to be heard. A good speaker is inspirational and quickly catches the audience’s…
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The empty space: the psychology of pausing
I’m sure you heard about the importance of pausing during a speech or presentation. There are several practical reasons to do so, and you can find some tips on the perfect moments to use this technique right here in our blog. Yet, there is science behind the importance of pause, namely psychology. Why does your…
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The Power of asking questions to become a better speaker
We all know how difficult it can be to stand on the stage and answer the audience’s questions, but how about the other side? How about standing up in front of everyone, picking up a microphone, and asking the speaker a question? Asking questions For those who fear public speaking and feel exposed, asking a…
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Mastering the Q&A: Dealing with Tough Questions with Confidence
You’re about to start your presentation. Everything is ready, you rehearsed… what can go wrong? Immediately, a bright red alarm goes off in your head: the Q&A! The more you think about it, the more you feel your head spinning. What if they are mean? What if I don’t know the answer? What if…? Before…
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Stand-up Comedy is Some Serious Public Speaking
Do you like to listen to stand-up comedians? People are more than happy to sit for 1 hour or more in a chair listening to someone talking and even pay for it. However, invite them for a formal speech, and they will be less than excited… Sure, the comedic tone helps, but there is more…
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