FACT OR MYTH? “We should speak fast to convey the importance of an urgent message” Answer: That’s a MYTH. Communication is a dynamic exchange involving both a sender and a receiver. Often, when urgency is at play, we tend to accelerate our words, believing that speaking faster conveys the importance of our…
FACT OR MYTH? “Dressing extravagantly can enhance my presentations.” Answer: That’s a MYTH. Though appearance certainly holds its importance, dressing over-the-top can take away from your presentation. Imagine if we were to bejewel our entire outfit in sequins, transforming ourselves into a shimmering mega diamond. People would definitely be paying attention to YOU,…
FACT OR MYTH? “You can convey excitement in your speech with a high-pitched voice” Answer: … That’s a FACT. A high-pitched voice can definitely communicate feelings of excitement in your speech, but at the same time, it can be very annoying to listen to. People tend to tune out to high-pitch voices because…
FACT OR MYTH? “We need to feel confident in order to give a great presentation.” Answer: That’s a MYTH. Feeling confident does not equate to a great presentation. To a certain extent, we all experience some kind or form of performance anxiety as we deliver a speech or presentation on the big stage.…
In this instalment, we look into a few more additional tips on how all of us can become better corporate presenters and own the room in any meeting or prevention. The focus at Be The Voice Academy is as always, on the voice and how it is the most powerful tool for effective communication. …
Become a more effective salesperson and a more influential manager with these simple Corporate Presentation Skills, Voice and Storytelling from Steve Jobs and TED talks speakers “People who know what they’re talking about don’t need Powerpoint,” said Steve Jobs, who was and perhaps always will be a master of corporate presentation skills and storytelling.…
Eye Contact – A skill that many presenters grapple with mastering. This non-verbal communication tool speaks volumes about our personalities, and the messages we convey to others. Proficient use of eye contact can give others the impression that we want to build a connection with them, and it is a crucial element in building trust…
Many people struggle with delivering a presentation. More often than not, when we are on the receiving end, and have to listen to someone deliver a presentation, we are unable to give the presenter our full and undivided attention. It’s no secret that many of those who struggle with delivering a good presentation, do so…
Let’s be honest. Most, if not all of us struggle with being put in a position where we need to speak spontaneously. Some may struggle more than others, but nevertheless, it’s a struggle that many of us face. The reason why many of us struggle when it comes to presenting ourselves is that all of…
Success is the product of good habits. For instance, many people who are physically fit generally have the habit of getting sufficient sleep, making time for regular exercise and eating food that generally benefits one’s health. These are healthy habits, which benefit people and allow them to live healthy lives. People who are successful…