A bit is a section of public speaking material that is so related that it makes it easy for you to memorize. Each point flows naturally from one to the next so you can deliver the information without notes (if you know your material).

Until I learned about bits, I never thought I could be that great at speaking because I'm not great at memorizing long talks. I discovered that no one memorizes long talks. They have a mental or written outline consisting of key words that trigger...

As a very outgoing, energetic, and talkative woman, I have many times spoken out of turn, and spoken without thinking. I became very proficient in apologizing. I would keep talking until I either embarrassed my listener, or hurt the feelings of my listener.

I would then lapse into,"I am so sorry. I didn't mean that how it sounded. I apologize. I was so insensitive..."

Shaking my head, I would try to remain quiet for the rest of the...

For ages and ages and ages speakers have tried to make some kind of joke at the beginning of a presentation. Then they typically bored you to tears for the balance of the talk. How about trying something different?

In many cases, what I do is to jump into the material hard and fast. This makes the crowd think that I'm a no nonsense kind of guy (which couldn't be further from the truth). What I'm trying to do is lead them down one path and then surprise the heck out of them when I...

One of the best pieces of advice I give to my clients when teaching presentation skills is to always be prepared for the unexpected and that goes for your clothing as well as your visual image.  Without a doubt, what you are saying and how you are saying it are the most important aspects of your presentation; however, your visual impact can either add to your image or detract.

The last thing you want to do is dress in such a fashion that your words are not being heeded...

Order Of Wedding Speeches – Short Version – Traditional

1. The Best Man speaks first according to traditional lore concerning the order of wedding speeches. Traditionally he will toast the bride and groom. He may also need to act as ade factoMaster of Ceremonies if no Master of ceremonies has been appointed.
2. After the Best Man’s opening speech speech, the Groom should be cued by the Best man to respond by toasting the bride, thanking the...

When it comes to public speaking, the 3 P’s are the essentials: prepare, practice and present. Many will say that your delivery is the most important aspect of your presentation; and, admittedly, the most creative, the most inspiring, and/or the most exciting words will fall short of your goal if your delivery skills are weak. To say that one aspect of public speaking is more important than another, however, would be wrong.

Good public speaking skills include a strong...

The success of your event can be better defined by organising it systematically. Planning the event in advance with an effective speaker can make a huge difference in its effect on the target audience.

For a corporate event, such as a product launch, seminar, workshop or promotional campaign, it is most apt to select a speaker that is specialised in conferences. Conference speakers may prove to be better motivational speakers in the corporate environment. Inviting celebrity...

Today many people suffer from vocal abuse and they are not sick. If you are experiencing chronic hoarseness, persistent sore throats or even loss of voice by the end of the day, you should seriously look into what is causing this problem and learn how to correct it. Vocal abuse will not go away on its own.

If you have been to an Ear, Nose & Throat specialist and have been given a clean bill of health, then you need to rectify the problem. If you ignore the discomfort or the...

When you speak out loud, you are overcome by fear all of the time. You try to get the words to come out but you trip over them and they don't come out right. Then you hear people snicker and giggle around you because they think it is kind of funny. Little do they know, you have a stammer or a stutter and it is a serious condition. Even when you try to speak clearly, you can't do it. All you want is for your stammer to go away so you can be normal.

Stuttering and stammering are big...

I may look like I'm listening to you, but don't count on it. I have a lot on my mind. Bills, kids, work, car problems are all running through my mind and unless I tell you, you simply won't know. You'll think I really am listening to you. Maybe we're on the phone, maybe you're in my office, and maybe you're giving a presentation with me in the audience. I'm just on the other side of your words, but like it or not - your words are just not getting through.

Keep in mind that...