by Alan | Aug 7, 2006 | Communication skills, Content, Delivery, Sales
Frequently in life the things that are not said carry meaning that goes well beyond words. But when action is expected from words, clear honesty is the best practice. I had a chance to spend some time with a world-reknown speaker over the weekend, and he said that...
by Alan | Aug 6, 2006 | Communication skills, Content, Delivery
Another of my TTPP (Top Ten Pet Peeves). This one is SOOOO prevalent. You’ll hear it everywhere now.Speakers who begin a sentence with, “Well, to be honest…” If you’re ever in a one-on-one conversation with me and say that, I’ll...
by Alan | Aug 4, 2006 | Communication skills, Delivery, Toastmasters
Had someone ask me today who I thought were good presenters. Having asked that same question of people who I consider to be masters of the craft, I was surprised (pleased?) to find I had the same answer — I’ve never found anyone (and certainly I include...
by Alan | Aug 3, 2006 | Communication skills, Content
Watched a C-level keynote today where the presenter had clearly done some research. Problem is, he then proceeded to quote random facts in differing units, making comparisons virtually impossible. At one point he quoted some important length of time from days of...
by Alan | Aug 2, 2006 | Communication skills, Content, Delivery
Working with a student in class last week, helping him craft and refine his message. The student was an experienced speaker, having given his keynote many times, but had come for help because he “just wasn’t satisified” with what he had presented...
