Video feedback is the final piece of the practice puzzle, and one I insist all my clients do.
Feedback On Non-Verbals
Is it possible to ask a colleague to observe you from outside the meeting room? This is one thing I suggest with people who are concerned about their non-verbal habits – in particular, the unconscious things we do with our hands, feet and body.
Docents – You Rock!
I’m always so full of admiration for docents – volunteers who act as guides in a museum or art gallery.
First Impressions Count
Have you gone to shake someone’s hand and they offer you, at most, a few fingertips, and sort of hang off your fingers? They don’t shake your hand with intention.
Speech Rehearsal Buddy
Great to be in Taipei for 1-1 coaching with a CEO, who wants to work intensely with me on his delivery.
Varying Your Voice
Good speakers are able to change their voice according to content and audience.
Big Room Small Voice
Have you ever needed to present in a large boardroom like this, and worried you wouldn’t be heard? This is when voice projection should come into play.
Speaking from a lectern – 5 tips
Delivering a keynote speech, townhall, or lecture from behind a lectern is a great way to command a room within a very specific space.
Finding The Perfect Pace
One common misconception about the communication aspects of leadership, authority and gravitas, is that to convey these traits you need to speak at a slow pace all the time.