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Let’s Get Down to Business – What Do I Need to Research For My Presentation!     The arrival of COVID-19 has led to an increase in interest in communication and presentation skills – both from a learner and training provider perspective. As a learner, the shift to online learning and the break from face-to-face […]

“I Am Really Sorry …” – The Art of Apologizing With Class and Confidence     For most of us, the idea of apologizing can be scary – it is the equivalent of giving up or leaving a communication setting with an egg on your face. Apologies do not have to be that scary. An […]

Public Speaking & Customer Service – Maintaining Your Cool in the Heat     You may have seen our piece on communication tips for that customer service scenario and how to manage those pesky situations (if not, hop on over to the post!). With all that said, one of the toughest customer service scenarios we […]

“You Are Dominating the Conversation!” – Creating a Welcoming Conversation Persona     Have you been told that you are dominating the conversation before? Having a conversation with friends may seem like a trivial affair, but it requires skill and attention to detail to create a welcoming conversation atmosphere. For those of us who have […]

Reading Your Audience – The Mind-Reading Communicator     Before you get all excited about the prospect of mind-reading, this article is not about telepathy or magic (sorry!). That said, the ability to read and understand an audience remains an important skill for a communicator to impress. The vocal tone, body language, or even content […]

Stop Fighting! Communication Tips to Mediate Conflicts     We may be called upon to manage conflicts, arguments, or disagreements at the workplace or even at home. This is so even if you are not trained in conflict resolution or carry the skills to manage a difficult conversation. We have noticed that high authority figures, […]

Acing the Social Media ‘Live’ Setting – How to Shine Online?     We have shared about what it takes to make your online presence shine – especially with the new ‘normal’ of online presentations. The shift to the virtual stage brings with it a wider room of creativity, from recorded videos, Zoom sessions, podcasts, […]

When Can We Turn “It” On? – Matching Presentation Style to Purpose     As you explore more public speaking techniques or communication styles, you will find yourself thinking about choosing the communication style for a specific setting. For some, presentation styles may seem like an artificial mask to put on during a presentation. The […]

Has COVID-19 Changed Public Speaking? An Honest Discussion     When COVID-19 first arrived at our doorstep, the priority in everyone’s mind was whether they can continue their day-to-day routine. As we grew comfortable with how our main activities have changed (mask-wearing, anyone?), we started to see the tensions in how COVID-19 has changed our […]