by Anna | Oct 2, 2024
“Fake it ’til you make it” is a phrase we’ve all heard at some point. It promises that pretending to have confidence or expertise can help us eventually embody those qualities. But in a world where authenticity is prized, is this approach outdated, or even...
by Anna | Jul 22, 2024
I get it: you don’t want to forget your words, so you script your presentation…and then you read from that script. Or maybe you think you’re not doing that because your presentation is a series of Powerpoint slides…which you then read to your audience. .Reading from a...
by Anna | Jun 10, 2024
The tone of your voice can have a huge impact on how your message is received. A defensive tone of voice often leads to misunderstandings, conflict, and strained relationships. You can come across as prickly, and unapproachable. Understanding what a defensive tone is,...
by Anna | Jan 8, 2024
For a lot of us, the thought of getting up and speaking in front of people is akin to facing a dragon – a daunting challenge that triggers anxiety and fear. If you find yourself trembling and feeling sick at the very thought of talking in a room full (or even...
by Anna | Sep 20, 2023
Are you a good leader? Do you invest in your team? Grow their skills – develop their capabilities both as individuals and as a group? When members of your team come together to give a presentation, there are pitfalls. They’re working on their own sections;...
by Anna | Jul 26, 2023
Words are powerful. But truly effective communication is about more than the words we speak. Our gestures and body language play a crucial role in conveying emotions, emphasising points, and connecting with our audience during a presentation. Just as a picture is...
