The importance of body language – How to be seen, heard and felt… Part 2 In this second part of impactful communication tips and techniques, I have a sneaking suspicion that there may be those among you who will say ‘yeah, yeah, we know that gestures are important.’ Just how important is a subject of…

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The importance of body language – How to be seen, heard and felt… Part 1 In this latest post, I wanted to have a look at the significant area of influencing others comprised by posture (whether seated or standing). As mentioned in the post ‘Talk to the hand’, which discussed the importance of gestures and…

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public speaking

4 Reasons You Shouldn’t be Afraid of Public Speaking Described as ‘Mankind’s Greatest Fear’, public speaking holds a disproportionately terrifying place in our hearts and minds. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Here are some strategies that will make all the difference if you use them with purpose and on purpose. Talk yourself…

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How to engage your audience so they “can’t take their eyes off you.” I have just spent an interesting week with a group of senior executives from a global bank, where we focused on tips and techniques for handling pressure, influence, impact and leadership. What strikes me every time I work with the upper echelons…

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Do you have to make a professional presentation in a language that’s not your native language? Personally, I can’t imagine anything more daunting. If I asked you to give me three words to describe how you are feeling about this upcoming challenge, I expect you will say… anxious, intimidated, and nervous. Thoughts that might cross…

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You need data AND a story for a wow presentation. Here’s how… What are the first stories that come to mind when your children or your niece or nephew ask you to tell them a bedtime story? Probably Cinderella, Snow White, Goldilocks or Hansel and Gretel. How is it that these have stood the test…

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