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…
This is a necessity for many of us. However, you’d be surprised at how many people struggle to command the respect of others. They struggle to speak with authority. Many of us struggle with this because we struggle with having confidence in ourselves. It’s no secret that we are constantly being judged. What most…
All of us have dreams. We dream of acquiring our dream jobs. We dream of earning that well-deserved promotion, so that we can give our families the best. We dream of earning some well-deserved recognition from our superiors. And the list goes on. Sadly, a lot of the time, our dreams are merely dreams.…
Today, all of our students have been ordered to stay at home. The education system in Singapore has moved into full home-based learning for the time being, due to the situation with COVID-19. However, this does not mean that the PSLE and O Level examinations will not happen. Eventually, the time will come where our students…
Someone once told me that it is the stuff between the lines that make a great performance. I think that this applies to speaking as well. Messages aren’t just covered by what we say, but also by what we do not say. By this, I mean that pausing during a speech is of utmost importance,…
Among all the things to invest in for your future, why should you invest in your voice? Surely, you already know how to converse fluently? Why would you want to change your voice? However, your voice is truly the most important tool in your arsenal. Sure, many of us can converse fluently, but do we…
There’s a difference between telling stories, and being a story teller. Your voice has the power to enable you to be a story teller. Here are some tips to help you along: Express Yourself Be expressive in your speech. You want your audience to feel your enthusiasm, and this must be channeled through the way…