Are You Presenting—or Performing?

Are You Presenting—or Performing?

It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that public speaking is about putting on a performance. You’ve probably seen polished speakers who seem larger than life and thought, That’s how I should sound. Or maybe you’ve written out every word of your talk, memorized...
Speak as You Think: Building Your Impromptu Speaking

Speak as You Think: Building Your Impromptu Speaking

We’ve all been there – halfway through explaining something, you suddenly realize you have no idea where your sentence is going. That moment of panic isn’t fun for anyone. But here’s something I tell all my students: impromptu speaking...
“Help! What If I Blank Out During My Presentation?”

“Help! What If I Blank Out During My Presentation?”

It’s one of the first concerns my clients often share with me: “What if I get up there and my mind goes completely blank?” I get it. That fear can be paralyzing. But here’s the good news – there are practical ways to prevent and handle...