by Rosemary Ravinal | Jul 7, 2025 | Executive Communications, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips
Tour guiding taught me how to walk backward without falling while telling colorful tales about the denizens of the historic Art Deco District of Miami Beach, Florida. I developed this talent while working as a volunteer tour guide for the Miami Design Preservation...
by Rosemary Ravinal | May 23, 2025 | Executive Communications, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips
What if I told you that becoming a confident communicator could be as easy as ABCS? While many factors contribute to effective public speaking, four essential qualities stand out: authenticity, brevity, clarity, and spontaneity. Put them into practice and you’ll...
by Rosemary Ravinal | May 12, 2025 | Executive Communications, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips
In a world where communication is king—boardrooms, presentations, negotiations, and networking events—fluency in speech is often taken for granted. But for nearly 80 million people worldwide who stutter, speaking clearly is not a given: it’s a lifelong challenge. For...
by Rosemary Ravinal | May 5, 2025 | Executive Communications, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips
Commencement speeches are one of the great college traditions designed to motivate graduates as they transition to the next phase of their lives. Since we’re at the time of year when they typically happen (between April and June), this is an opportunity to review some...
by Rosemary Ravinal | Apr 28, 2025 | Executive Communications, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips
Having an accent in English has long been considered a disadvantage. Many of my clients come to me with concerns that their accented English is a liability to career advancement. Though I am not an accent reduction coach, my work centers on helping bilingual or...
by Rosemary Ravinal | Apr 21, 2025 | Executive Communications, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips
In the realm of public speaking, real influence begins when you truly see your audience. The indigenous greeting I see you, associated with Zulu and Mayan cultures, among others, holds wisdom for modern speakers. The practice of acknowledging and honoring your...
