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One of the most common questions I get during presentation training is, "What do I do with my hands?" We have them with us all the time, but in a presentation, they can suddenly feel completely awkward. You must remember, your body is always speaking. How do you ensure that your body is saying what you want it to? In this week's episode of "Speaker Dynamics - Own the Room," discover why keeping your hands at your sides might not be the best advice and learn how natural gestures can enhance your message. I'll share practical tips on using gestures effectively, whether you're on a virtual call or a big stage, and how to avoid distracting movements. Tune in on our website at speakerdynamics.com 🎧 #speakerdynamics #owntheroompodcast #podcastepisode #karinreed #communication #bodylanguage #presentation #skills #professional #speaking #communicationtips #leadership #keynotespeaking

One of the most common questions I get during presentation training is, "What do I do with my hands?" We have them with us all the time, but in a presentation, they can suddenly feel completely awkward. You must remember, your body is always speaking. How do you ensure that your body is saying what you want it to? In this week's episode of "Speaker Dynamics - Own the Room," discover why keeping your hands at your sides might not be the best advice and learn how natural gestures can enhance your message. I'll share practical tips on using gestures effectively, whether you're on a virtual call or a big stage, and how to avoid distracting movements. Tune in on our website at speakerdynamics.com 🎧 #speakerdynamics #owntheroompodcast #podcastepisode #karinreed #communication #bodylanguage #presentation #skills #professional #speaking #communicationtips #leadership #keynotespeaking

Leaders, I feel your pain ❤️🩹 🌊 You get thrown into the deep end 🌶️ You get tossed in the hot sauce of expectation 👀 And everyone is looking to you for answers You probably got promoted because you’re good at a thing, and with that promotion comes this assumption that you’ll be good at helping others be good at that thing too. But that is a VERY different skillset. And it’s a scary place to be. Oftentimes, people are invited to step up and then left without the training and support they really need. And that’s why today’s episode of Strategy Shorts is so useful. Not because it comes with easy answers. But because it gives you a framework you can practice to improve gatherings of all kinds. It will help you become an intentional facilitator, a shaper of productive conversations, and a leader of outcome focused learning objectives. And it’s all thanks to today’s guest, Douglas Ferguson. He’s the Founder of Voltage Control, a facilitation academy that is supporting thousands of workshoppers and leaders around the world. Douglas is here to help us focus on the world of intentional facilitation and understand how the Workshop Design Canvas can transform our meetings and gatherings so they actually deliver outcomes. Takeaways ✅ The importance of curiosity and the journey of Voltage Control. ✅ The role of intentional facilitation in driving meaingful collaboration. ✅ How to use the Workshop Design Canvas and the power of working backwards. ✅ Where to start when using the Workshop Design Canvas. Sound Bites 📢 “You can't get there from here, but you can get here from there." 📢 “It allows you to shine a flashlight on where the important decisions are." 📢 “Then you start thinking, what is the best activity that helps us move towards that goal?" Here’s to progress 🚀 🔗 Watch & subscribe: https://lnkd.in/eKDaKeb5 💗 Help? Please like & share 📢 Shout out chain: my great pal, Justin Foster, introduced me to the most excellent, Andres Marquez-Lara, who suggested I look up Voltage Control. Thanks guys 🙌 #Leadership #Facilitation #Collaboration #WorkshopDesign #ProfessionalGrowth #StrategyShorts #Podcast

Think “soft” skills are just nice-to-haves? Think again! In this week’s episode, Ben Maynard sat down with Evgeniy Kharam, a communication expert and author, to explore the true power of clear communication in building influence and driving impact. Evgeniy shares why these skills are anything but “soft,” drawing on his extensive experience in technical sales and cybersecurity🌐 Episode Highlights: 🌟 Fear vs. Excitement: Discover how rethinking the difference between fear and excitement can transform public speaking into a confident, enjoyable experience. 💭 The Power of Curiosity: Evgeniy reveals how a curious mindset fosters stronger connections, better questions, and a more engaging presence. 🔑 Communicating with Clarity: Practical techniques for cutting through the noise to ensure your message resonates with any audience. 🧘 Breathing & Visualisation: Tips like box breathing to help calm nerves, increase focus, and elevate your presentation skills. If you’ve ever felt nervous about sharing ideas or struggled to connect in meetings, this episode is a must-listen. Evgeniy’s insights provide practical tools for improving influence and confidence in any setting. 🎧 Tune in and discover how to unlock a new level of effectiveness! #ProductAgilityPodcast #SoftSkills #ClearCommunication #Leadership #ProductManagement

Should you speak slowly or fast during a speech? This is a very common question. The human brain is a pattern-seeking machine. If it can predict what's coming next, it will disengage. While watching movies or any series, we only maintain interest if we can't predict what's coming next. This is a core principle for movie makers. And if your brain predicts something and the same thing happens, you lose interest immediately. Isn't it? The same is true with the speech. Key to captivate your audience: Vary your speech pace - SLOW DON for important points, and - SPEED UP for less important ones. Break the pattern: -Surprise your listeners with unexpected pauses or tempo changes. This simple RULE allows you to create vocal variety with your pace of speech. You capture your audience's attention whenever you transition from SLOW to FAST or FAST to SLOW. You create ENGAGEMENT in people's minds because they think they predict it but can't, and their brain re-engages. By mastering these techniques, you can keep your audience hooked and your message impactful. Let’s elevate your public speaking game together! Share your biggest challenge in public speaking in the comments below.  #publicspeaking #communication #leadership #personaldevelopment #oratory #speech #presentation #speaker #podcast #contentcreator #publicspeaking #personalitydevelopment #communicationtips #publicspeaking #organization #ceo #coo #founders #directors #CHRO #business #leadership #success #career #business

Welcome to Episode 2 of my 4-part series, where I go into a very condensed explanation of my go-to tried and tested sales model: the CAPS Model! 👏 In today’s episode, we’re looking at why we need to pop all those questions! The right questions can make or break the sale, so make sure you pay a LOT of attention to perfecting this! 📢 Apart from the posts and reels you see on this page, I’ve also got a lot of other free resources that can help you cultivate the confidence to make it BIG in sales! 💪 Just click the link in my bio to take my FREE Lead With Confidence Quiz, and I guarantee the results will help you grow your sales potential! 👏 🤩 https://lnkd.in/gKTpsad4 #YvonneHilsz #BusinessCoach #BusinessTransformation #Coaching #CoachingLife #LeadWithConfidence #FreeQuiz #LeadershipQuiz #CAPSModel #SalesModel #SalesResources #SalesTools #SalesCommunication 

🌱The Soft Skill Journey:Grow Every Day Episode 6: Storytelling in Business 📖✨ 🎬 Picture this: You’re in a business meeting, pitching a new idea, and you notice the audience is zoning out 😴. What do you do? You could throw more stats at them… or, you could tell them a story! 🤯 🗣️ Imagine weaving a narrative that connects your solution to their pain points, bringing your vision to life. Storytelling isn’t just for bedtime 📚—in business, it's a superpower! 💼 From Steve Jobs to Elon Musk, the most influential leaders didn’t just present facts—they made us feel something. And that’s where the magic happens 🎩✨. But here’s the catch: knowing when to use data vs when to use a story is key 🔑. 💡 In the next episode, I’ll reveal how to craft your story to leave a lasting impression... Stay tuned for a storytelling hack that might just change the way you pitch forever 😎👀! This episode will be in 3 parts, so get ready for insights on how to structure your business story for maximum impact. Next part coming soon... Get ready to turn those yawns into applause! 👏💥 How’s the series going for you? Are there any specific topics you’d like me to cover, or areas where I can improve? Your feedback means a lot! 🙏 #GrowEveryday #SoftSkills #StorytellingInBusiness #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #CommunicationSkills

Ready to explore new possibilities? In this episode, I sit down with Dean and Nikki Laansma as they share their journey into the unknown. Dean shares how he felt a nudge to explore something different. Discover how our conversation led him to consider a new opportunity, and with Nikki by his side, they navigated the ups and downs together. Dean shares how their teamwork and my coaching helped them stay on the same page, even with different perspectives, as they moved through the slower, more thoughtful process of business exploration. Listen now for a story of taking chances and finding direction! https://bit.ly/3ZcEOKT #CareerTransition #BusinessOwnership #CoachingSuccess

Ever wondered how to give (and receive) feedback that actually makes a difference? 🤔 Join Cristina and Alex on #UncoverTheHuman as they break down the essentials of effective feedback! In this episode, we dive into: 💡 Strategies for impactful, well-received feedback 💡 The power of "I" statements 💡 Navigating emotional responses to criticism 💡 And so much more! Ready to transform your relationships through better #Communication? Click the link in the comments to start listening now! #PersonalGrowth #WeAreSiamo

Wow! Want to know about connection? Just wrapped up this week's episode of 'Pivot' with Kara Swisher and Scott Galloway. Their dynamic, even when they bicker, is proof that disagreement doesn't have to lead to disconnection.   I highly recommend tuning into the conversation with Charles Duhigg about his new book, 'Supercommunicators'. He shared a gem:   "Supercommunicators understand that whenever we speak, we’re actually participating in one of three conversations: practical (What’s this really about?), emotional (How do we feel?), and social (Who are we?). If you don’t know what kind of conversation you’re having, connection is hard."   Talking about powerful communication! This insight has been echoing in my mind. Just identifying the type of conversation first and then engaging with the right approach could transform our interactions and solidify the outcome. It's all about forging connections and fostering respect.   #Communication #Leadership #PivotPodcast #CharlesDuhigg #Supercommunicators #ProfessionalGrowth