Category Archives: presentation skills

Are You Confident or Not So Confident?

If you watch some of the most viewed Ted Ed talks you are sure to see some of the most confident speakers. For example, Sir Ken Robinson speaking in a calm, authoritative, yet humours way, about creativity and schools. Perhaps Tim Urban who gives an energetic, fun performance and uses great visuals to talk about procrastination.

Improve Your Communication with Signposting 🚀

Don’t forget to watch the YouTube videos on signposting. You can hear pronunciation and intonation so that you can signpost like a pro! And please give a like and subscribe! And comment too because it’s awesome to know that you are watching and learning with me.

⏰ 24 Phrases To Get You Through Any Question

If you’re learning English and sometimes struggle to answer questions, you’re not alone. I’m here to help you with these 24 useful phrases that will make it easier for you to respond to questions and express yourself with confidence. Whether you’re engaging in everyday exchanges or participating in professional environments, the ability to respond to questions effectively is crucial.

Speak up brave professional!

If you want to speak up with more confidence but just don’t know how to, then this guide will help you to avoid some common mistakes that non-native English speakers make when doing presentations.

How to Find your Voice by Understanding the Fear of being Judged & Shifting your Mindset

Ah, the fear of judgment – that tricky little voice in our heads that can sometimes be louder than our actual thoughts. It’s a common roadblock that often stops people from expressing their views, and it’s completely normal to feel this way. 

Let’s dive a bit deeper into why fear of judgement can be so paralysing and how we can navigate through it. Perhaps this is the real reason why you are struggling to speak up?

Embracing Live’s Turbulence

When it comes to public speaking (or just speaking up), observation is a great teacher. In this post, we will observe and learn from Ric Elias in the TED Talk, “3 things I learned while my plane crashed” 

The Magic Before the Show: Unveiling the Power of Performance Warm-Up Routines

Whether you’re stepping onto a stage, presenting in a boardroom, or gearing up for a crucial meeting, the importance of a solid performance warm-up routine cannot be overstated.

Find Power through Authenticity: Unleashing Confidence through Speaking Up

In a world that often encourages conformity, finding the courage to be your authentic self can be a transformative journey. I’ve just read “Be Seen” and it is so full of great advice, I feel compelled to share some of the best bits.