A – Z of Public Speaking: O is for Organisation

Where do you start when you are writing your speech? A common question asked by many aspiring public speakers.The three parts of any speech are the Opening, Body and Conclusion. Or as Sir Winston Churchill said, when asked how he put together those brilliant speeches...

A – Z of Public Speaking: G is for Gestures

Gestures add a visual impact and an extra dimension to your speeches. They seem an obvious and easy thing to use when speaking but somehow those easy gestures we use in the coffee shop, or when talking to friends, just don’t happen when we find ourselves speaking in...

Preparing for the Master of Ceremonies (MC) Role

I was at a function recently discussing speaking engagements when a friend turned to me and said excitedly, “I have been asked to be an MC!” I was delighted for her and asked some questions like “When is it, Who to, What format and are you preparing?” To which...

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