Articles tagged: public speaking blogs

On Saturdays, we survey the best public speaking articles from throughout the public speaking blogosphere.

This review features topics including:

  • the Rule of Three unmasked;
  • TEDxTokyo review;
  • tips for using analogies;
  • essential humor skills;
  • toastmasters pros and cons;
  • marketing advice for emerging professional speakers; and
  • answers to the question “which women are the best speakers?”

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On Saturdays, we survey the best public speaking articles from throughout the public speaking blogosphere.

This review features topics including:

  • public speaking book review;
  • six-word speech contest;
  • public speaking haiku;
  • podcast on the basics of public speaking;
  • tips for using notes; and
  • encouragement for developing better public speaking skills.

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On Saturdays, we survey the best public speaking articles from throughout the public speaking blogosphere.

This review features topics including:

  • recently released speaking books;
  • speaker’s checklist;
  • using quantifiable comparisons;
  • benefits of brevity;
  • impromptu speaking;
  • effective remote presentations;
  • laser pointers; and
  • audience culture.

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On Saturdays, we survey the best public speaking articles from throughout the public speaking blogosphere.

This review features topics including:

  • fundamental speechwriting techniques;
  • tips for valedictory or commencement speeches;
  • avoiding “waxy” words;
  • the benefits of speaking slower;
  • making public speaking fun;
  • a plethora of tips for designing better visuals;
  • logistics and preparation;
  • overcoming public speaking fear;
  • effective speech introductions; and
  • tips for professional speakers.

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On Saturdays, we survey the best public speaking articles from throughout the public speaking blogosphere.

This week’s review features topics including:

  • scientific research on the importance of simplicity of your message;
  • Barack Obama’s storytelling style;
  • eye contact tips;
  • vocal variety when reading;
  • tips for conference speakers;
  • pie chart advice from Dilbert; and
  • 4 listener styles.

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On Saturdays, we survey the best public speaking articles from throughout the public speaking blogosphere.

This week’s review features topics including:

  • recently released speaking books;
  • research tips for speechwriters;
  • tips for inspiring speeches;
  • benefits of humor in speeches;
  • voice and gestures tips;
  • PowerPoint advice; and
  • how to use speaking to improve your business.

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On Saturdays, we survey the best public speaking articles from throughout the public speaking blogosphere.

This week’s review features topics including:

  • new public speaking books;
  • storytelling patterns;
  • errors when ending a presentation;
  • content vs. emotion;
  • engaging your audience with questions;
  • creating your own PowerPoint photos; and
  • slides for color blind audiences.

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On Saturdays, we survey the best public speaking articles from throughout the public speaking blogosphere.

This week’s review features topics including:

  • marketing yourself as a speaker;
  • presentation lessons from storyboarding;
  • editing your presentation;
  • involving your audience;
  • challenging yourself;
  • the expectation of preparation; and
  • techniques to memorize your speech.

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On Saturdays, we survey the best public speaking articles from throughout the public speaking blogosphere.

This week’s review features topics including:

  • Martin Luther King’s “I Have a Dream”;
  • Barack Obama’s Inauguration Speech;
  • importance of simplicity and brevity;
  • personalizing your message for each crowd; and
  • careers as a speechwriter or ghostwriter.

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On Saturdays, we survey the best public speaking articles from throughout the public speaking blogosphere.

This week’s review features topics including:

  • a plethora of PowerPoint opinions;
  • 10 Commandments of Storytelling;
  • Will joining Toastmasters make you a better speaker?
  • Obama’s inaugural address preview; and
  • Caroline Kennedy’s speaking prowess.

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On Saturdays, we survey the best public speaking articles from throughout the public speaking blogosphere.

This week’s review features topics including:

  • the best communicator of 2008;
  • public speaking resolutions for 2009;
  • basics of sketching (at a whiteboard or flipchart);
  • brevity in humor; and
  • new public speaking books for January.

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