Let Me Tell You a Story...
...but first a brief word from the author.
This is a space for stories, mostly about consumer psychology/neuroscience, public speaking, and marketing strategy. Yep, it's basically a blog. I've got heaps of content waiting to make its grand transfer from LinkedIn and I’m even dusting off some favorites from my blogging archives of yore. More to come…
Three Counter-Intuitive Presentation Tips You Haven’t Heard Before
You know that nerd who takes notes at conference sessions, documenting all the ways public speakers can make slight adjustments to better hold an audience’s attention? Hello, yes, it’s me. I’m that nerd.
Just back from a conference, I noted some easy fixes to help make presentations sparkle.
How To Outsmart Your Fight-Or-Flight Response And Conquer Your Fear Of Public Speaking
Did you know that even though stage fright is instinctual, you can actually trick your brain with an easy mind shift and plenty of practice?
The Mic Is Mightier Than The Voice: Yes, You Need To Use The Microphone!
Please. Always. Use. The. Mic. Let’s uncover some hard truths about choosing to not use a microphone when speaking.
4 Bad Ways To Start A Speech (And What To Do Instead)
By relying on conventional and uninspiring techniques to begin your speech, you're not fully connecting with your audience. In fact, you might even drive their attention away. Don’t be a bad opener!
4 Fascinating Acting Tricks To Become A Better Public Speaker
Not surprisingly, the same tricks actors on stage use can be applied to public speaking. Here are some tips from an actor-turned-business-professional on how to become a better presenter.
