All Declamations should have humor in them.  Obviously, a serious piece with a heavy topic might only offer a chuckle or two; any more would border on inappropriate.  However, even a dark subject needs to have a line of comedy or lightheartedness.  Too much depression wears on an audience, but one laugh can reel them in again.  Performing a piece with one or two funny bits is relatively easy, but how does one handle a speech that is satirical or one which uses comedy...

Communication can be defined as passing of message from 1 person to another.

Various aspects of Communication

1. Verbal Communication
2. Non Verbal Communication
   • Body Language
     • Eye Contact
     • Voice
     • Gestures & Postures
     • Facial Expressions
   • Dress Code

TIPS ON HOW TO DEVELOP EFFECTIVE BUSINESS COMMUNICATION SKILLS

The English word communication is derived from Latin term ‘Communis'...

It is not about whether colleges have the money. Believe me, they have lots of it -- they are recession-proof --. But rather, it is all about how to get booked to speak at colleges.

As professional speaker, you should understand that the college market is totally different from other markets. Marketing to them should be done differently. Keep in mind, you are dealing with educators. They want the speakers they perceive as the best person for the job.

One big mistake a...

Most people who hear themselves on their voicemail or answering machine do not like what they hear. How do you feel when you hear yourself on some form of recording equipment? When you think about the image you project, be it in person or over the phone, would you consider your recorded voice to be an asset? Does it ‘speak well' for you?

How you think you sound and how everyone else hears you are two different things. So my question to you is what image does your voiceon...

It is with great honor to share this article in appreciation for the  Toronto Public Library. It was not long ago that I wrote three articles within a 5 month period which gave me the credibility and leverage to be able to speak to various groups and organizations in the Toronto Region. Let go back in time and tell you the story.

In  October 2007in Toronto and the Small Business Seminar was happening sponsored by Enterprise Toronto and Centennial College. There was...

I owe the completion and success of my book to a big cardboard box that saw me through the entire process. I found this box and filled it with any and all information I could find on my topic ‘advanced presentation skills for speakers and business presenters.’ I printed out articles I had written, listened to tapes and read every single book on presentation skills that has ever been published. I have a huge library filled with these books, which are a great thing to have. I...

It is interesting to note the diverse opinions when it comes to marking your speech with pauses and smiley faces and underlining particular words for emphasis. My questions to you follow.  Do you want to give a speech that is akin to delivering a script as if you were acting on a stage?  Or, do you want to deliver your speech as if you were having a conversation in your living room?

Your answer will determine whether you should mark script or not. While I am not an...

After you have selected a piece begins the process of memorization, interpretation, and endless practicing.  The easiest, most effective way to do any of these is to connect to your material.  But how is that accomplished?  Quite simple really.  Print yourself out several copies of your script and begin to interact.  Mark-up your Declamation, always being sure to save a clean copy for reference, and watch those words become part of you.

What does it mean...

Secret #1 – Make Direct Eye Contact While Speaking

Answer this question : Why does an animal trainer keep his eyes upon the eyes of the animals he is training?

A steady, direct look makes speech doubly effective, for it invariably carries the impression of confidence and of power. It is pleasing to a person who speaks to you, because it shows him that you are attentive. The fact that you fix your eyes upon his shows him that you are interested in him and in his...

Everyone has to deal with public speaking at some point in his life. Whether it's speaking at a wedding or simply holding a presentation for your employer. You have to become used to it.

One way to get better in public speaking is to use your voice more effectively. So here I present you my 3 tips that will help you to deliver a more powerful speech.

Use Pauses

Many people underestimate the power of pauses. If you don't pause then your listeners will never have a...