by Rosemary Ravinal | Mar 11, 2024 | Executive Communications, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips
Like it or not, we judge other people by the way they speak. Is the person clear, concise, and confident? Or are they long-winded, disorganized, and caught in a verbal maze of unnecessary words? One telltale sign of the latter is the bad habit of using words that...
by Rosemary Ravinal | Mar 4, 2024 | Executive Communications, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips
Smart people may be displaying their sharp minds with unspoken signals. There are certain body language signs that experts say show high intelligence and superior communication abilities. Body language is a silent orchestra, according to Psychology Today. Non-verbal...
by Rosemary Ravinal | Feb 26, 2024 | Executive Communications, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips
Even the most seasoned presenters can fall prey to common presentation mistakes without realizing it, potentially shooting themselves in the foot. Whether in the boardroom, a classroom, an industry conference, or a community forum, it’s the presenter’s job to deliver...
by Rosemary Ravinal | Feb 12, 2024 | Executive Communications, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips
Words have a tremendous impact on this world. Some people say their hearts have been touched by words. Others say their hearts have been broken. For this year’s Friendship Day (also known as Valentine’s Day), I’m inspired to explore how words carry the weight of our...
by Rosemary Ravinal | Feb 5, 2024 | Executive Communications, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips
Fear of public speaking and social anxiety surpasses spiders, heights, and even death in some surveys. The anxiety associated with being in person in front of a crowd or on Zoom delivering a speech is a universal experience, but not everyone tackles the fear in...
by Rosemary Ravinal | Jan 29, 2024 | Executive Communications, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips
One of the most challenging moments as a presenter is when you’re faced with a question for which you don’t have a ready answer. It’s a situation that can make even the most seasoned professionals break a sweat. However, mastering the art of...
