can see why newcomers to speaking often feel so terrified: The "rules" of speaking often seem overwhelming, and never so much so as when one rule appears to contradict another: don't restrict your gestures, but don't gesture too much? As with most things about public speaking, we get into trouble when we enter the realm of distraction. MORE >>

For example, check this one out: So what does all this have to do with public speaking? As I watched them, it occurred to me that the Old Spice Guy uses many of the same techniques that good public speakers use to convey their messages. Know when to stop speaking. Tell stories. Personal ones. Admit it. Enjoy! MORE >>

I am pleased and excited to announce Rhetoric – The Public Speaking Game™, the brainchild of my friend, Florian Mueck , and me. Florian and I have a passion for good public speaking. So we set out to create a game that would help players improve their public speaking skills and have fun in the process. MORE >>

Forget about effective public speaking for a minute.  Practice and preparation are the “big secrets” of effective public speaking.  Effective public speaking is no different than professional athletics – practice and preparation make all of the difference.   The Close your eyes….It’s It works. MORE >>

Susan is developing an online course on Public Speaking for Introverts (you can go here for more info). At the same time, public speaking is a performance, and that’s a good thing, even if you’re not a natural actor. And that’s why speaking (instead of listening) can feel uncomfortable – unnatural, even. That’s OK. MORE >>