Stand out as a presenter with CARE
Why should you CARE for your audience? The answer is simple. The Law of Reciprocity. It basically says that when someone offers you a gift, care or support you tend to feel compelled to reciprocate. Of course there will be times when you offer without having the intention to receive anything back. However, the chances are high that you will always receive something back. It may not be something tangible. [...]
Simple Strategies to be Empowered to Speak
I can still vividly remember when I decided to speak out at work in a meeting. My heart was beating so fast, palms were sweaty and words were coming out real quick. All I kept saying to myself (in my head) was "I'm going to make a fool out of myself" "They are going to think who hired this bozo?" "What are they thinking now?" "Are they getting my message?" [...]
What do successful grads think you should study?
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Former student discusses success in the fashion industry
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How do you best prepare for university?
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Fake it till you make it? I don’t think so…..
When I first started my journey in public speaking, I have been told numerous times to Fake it Till you Make it!! I can be dramatic but faking it? I don't think so. It is a challenge to project confidence especially when you first start to stand up and speak. The worse thing that you can do to make yourself even more nervous is to pretend to be someone who [...]
Is Being Tongue Tied at Work holding you Back from Career Progression? The answer is …
Is Being Tongue Tied at Work holding you Back from Career Progression? The answer is most likely a YES!! Of course there are some slight exceptions to the rule - in the case where you are an absolute genius in what you do and the success of your career does not require engaging with others. In most cases, we are part of a network of people (including our peers, our [...]
Believe in yourself…..Even when you don’t feel like it…..
Have you had moments in your life where you feel absolutely great and confident with what you have to offer to the world? (and hence in your speech/presentation) Have you also had moments where you are not too sure about what is it that makes you great? As your doubts rolls into a gigantic ball of fear, you are faced with a situation where you have to "appear" to be [...]
Dealing With Unexpected Hiccups When Delivering a Presentation
Regardless of how many times you have delivered the same presentation, I can guarantee you that each experience is different when it comes to speaking to a group of live audience. I recently delivered a presentation to a group of professionals on how to effectively use their body language to communicate. I really wanted everything to be perfect for this presentation. I prepared diligently and ticked everything off the checklist. [...]
The Power of A Conversation
The common misconception that we get with the work that we do at Empowered to Speak, is that we are ONLY helping people with their public speaking skills. We definitely help people to become more effective public speakers, but beyond that we are passionate about helping people define who they are, develop greater confidence in expressing themselves and effectively communicating their message to one or to many. A couple of [...]
Shift your Focus and Expand your World
Have you ever wondered what would life be like if you were someone else? I used to think the person that I was born as and the girl that I knew as myself was as good as it gets. Back then, I didn't think much of myself. I was driven but not by the right things. I was afraid to live. I constantly had the fear of not being good [...]
To Speak or Not To Speak?
When have you wanted to say something to a group of people and held back? It’s usually a small decision to speak or not to speak and not speaking up seldom leads to regrets. We may tell ourselves that we stayed silent out of respect for someone because we didn’t want to hurt their feelings. We may not be clear on how to phrase what we want to say or [...]
Keeping it Real versus Getting it Right
I must admit, I am one of those people who try to get it “right” in most of the things I do. It is challenging to get it “right” all the time, especially when it comes to communication. I have learned that in order for us to communicate effectively, it’s more important to keep it real and be authentic in what we share. This enables us to engage and connect [...]
Learning to Pace – A Core Ingredient in Effective Presentation
Most of us naturally speak at a faster pace when excited or nervous, or when we are feeling both. It is important to speak at an easy-to-follow pace when delivering a speech or presentation. We want to give the audience enough time to digest what we are sharing with them. Here are some points to consider that can help you achieve an appropriate pace when speaking :- BREATHE Breathing is [...]
Pay Attention to your Non-Verbal Cues
Whether you are facilitating a meeting, attending a job interview or delivering a speech, it is important to be aware of what is being communicated through your Non-Verbal Cues. Want to find out more about non-verbal cues and what to watch out for? Let me share with you THREE important Non-Verbal Cues to be aware of. First Cue is your Facial Expression. Some people have a natural ability to clearly [...]
The Power of Your Words
Have you ever paid attention to the words that you use? We can use body language, facial expression and hand gestures to communicate with another. However, through speaking our words can effectively convey our message to another person. They say a picture paints 1000 words but, when chosen carefully, a few words can paint a clear and vivid picture that results in effective engagement with your audience. When preparing for [...]
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