by Rosemary Ravinal | Apr 7, 2025 | Executive Communications, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips
Q&A sessions can be more valuable to your communication goals than the speech itself. A well-handled question-and-answer exchange with your audience can elevate your presentation from good to great and boost your confidence, effectiveness, and credibility. Despite...
by Rosemary Ravinal | Mar 24, 2025 | Executive Communications, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips
When you have much to say and you know your topic very well, it may be tempting to ad-lib. But without structure and a logical flow from one idea to another, your audience may recall little, even if you’re a charismatic speaker. A well-structured speech guides the...
by Rosemary Ravinal | Mar 10, 2025 | Executive Communications, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips
“I think self-awareness is probably the most important thing towards being a champion.” – Billie Jean King A senior-level insurance executive I coached for her first industry keynote called me excited after she walked off the stage to tell me how she did. “I think...
by Rosemary Ravinal | Mar 3, 2025 | Executive Communications, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips
At a recent workshop, audience members asked me how they could appear taller than they are, particularly when they pose for photos next to people who tower over them. That started me thinking about ways that attitude, mindset, energy, and vocal dynamics...
by Rosemary Ravinal | Feb 17, 2025 | Executive Communications, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips
Interrupting. It can be an art or a curse. It’s an art when you do it with finesse and grace; a curse when you fall prey to mic hogs and over-talkers. You may want to interrupt skillfully to get a word in when someone is hogging the conversation...
by Rosemary Ravinal | Feb 3, 2025 | Executive Communications, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips
Celebrated quotes condense complex ideas into a few words. They’re a form of sound bites, sticky and easy to remember. Wisdom from people you admire can shape your views and inspire you to emulate their greatness. In the realm of public speaking, the best quotes...
