Cap intro talks are designed to induce curiosity and trust. As you will read.my East Coast Fripp Associate Sims Wyeth has the ability to get an idea across in a clear, concise way. How about you? If not why not attend the Patricia Fripp Speaking and Presentation Skills School June 10-11 in Las Vegas? Design your talk to do the work you want. MORE >>

If you are going to talk for an extended period before writing again, I suggest capping the marker and putting it down or in your pocket. The pen is mightier than the sword; but when it comes to public speaking, an empty hand is mightier than the pen. And if the speaker begins to fiddle with the pen, things can go from bad to worse. MORE >>

Conversation buzzes as students’ fingers busily craft dollar signs, cars, nursing caps, laptops, initials, “stick” people, etc. While I'm moving this week, I've invited some of my favorite public speaking and communications bloggers to guest post here on Speak Schmeak. Please enjoy this post by Ellen Bremen, M.A., Interview that buddy. MORE >>

You're a Toastmaster/NSA Member/CAPS Member/Certified Awesomely Cool & Nifty Speaker with a Certificate You Paid Thousands of Dollars For. The self-help industry often focuses on the question "What's Your Why?" , as in why do you want to succeed? It's a great question, and can help us find our ultimate motivations. What do you say? Maybe. MORE >>

Photo credit: C.A.P. I’ve owned a cell phone since 1999. even had a bag phone circa 1995. Over 80% of American adults now use some kind of mobile phone. In my experience, I see cell phones as a tool that helps us avoid making plans and sticking to them. Cell phones give people an excuse to be late. What’s wrong with you? Ever again.”. Really? MORE >>