(Phone call from Orange, the telecoms company) I was not asked if it was a convenient time for me to talk, before the young woman launched into her spiel. “Did you know Orange (rapid speech)….to EE?” “Yes, but I’m actually doing some work right now. I only answered the phone because…” “…You’ve got X plan…Are […]
You need lots of energy as a presenter as all those who speak in public need to find a bigger, more energised version of themselves when they appear in front of an audience. The higher your energy level, the more efficient your body. The more efficient your body, the better you feel and the more […]
Spring is usually the time I am making daily trips to Glasgow’s wonderful Aye Write! book festival which bestrides a couple of weeks at this time of year in the Mitchell Library. This year, of course, I will be looking online for this festival in June, rather than taking myself off to the Mitchell. Be […]
I’m often asked, when working with people on their speeches, if they should learn them. There is no straight answer to this. For some, this works beautifully; others don’t sound natural when they’ve learned a speech (think of Ian Duncan Smith as Tory Leader). Many find having an aide memoir of some kind very helpful. […]
If we were to see a child run out into the road in the path of an oncoming car what would we do? We’d SHOUT because that would be the most effective and immediate way to warn the child. A big noise would reach them easily and also indicate that something was happening which […]
Last week I worked with someone who was going for a significant promotion. Every time I work with someone on their networking, pitching or interview skills, it always strikes me anew how important the meeting and greeting bit is. How someone simply says hello, shakes your hand, smiles and says their name creates a strong […]