Simple, Persuasive Communication
Speechworks is a communication and selling skills coaching firm. Since 1986, we have helped countless professionals become better communicators and presenters through workshops and individual instruction.
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“Speechworks was the best training I have ever attended! …just what I needed to meet my professional goals.”
– Project Manager, Major Construction Firm.
"Research found that text-heavy slides actually make speakers more nervous...instead of being interactive and engaging, their delivery is stilted and leaden, and their anxiety becomes a feedback loop that only worsens poor performance."
Here's Why No One Is Paying Attention to Your PowerPoint Presentation
time.com
Stop using slides like they're index cards.
Our own Matt Frankel is out west to spend time with SMPS New Mexico and AIA Albuquerque. At tomorrow's event, they'll explore the problems with data in verbal communication, and how you can overcome those problems with great stories!
Registration is open for September's program! smpsnewmexico.org/program/
"Speaking is becoming a very necessary skill and if you don't have it, your career can go backwards quickly."
How Fear Of Public Speaking Can Hold Back Your Career
huffingtonpost.com.au
It's known as FOPS and it's everywhere.
"A great public speaker will be able to convince employees of even the most difficult proposition. In terms of content, they may be saying very little that a less gifted speaker might also say, but they will deliver it in a way that resonates far more with the people they lead."
Ahmad Badr: Public speaking is a required skill for a leader with an impression | The National
thenational.ae
Why leaders should tackle their fear of public speaking to ensure their message is delivered effectively.
"One audience member got up and paced the room. The other, breathing with conspicuous heaviness, rested her head sleepily on the ground..."
How to Give a Better Speech: Talk to a Dog
nytimes.com
Nervous business students at American University give their presentations to pooches.
The Persuasive Post
The Persuasive Post is our monthly newsletter. As you would expect from us, we keep it simple and fun, but still packed full of useful tips and lessons related to great communication skills. Many people tell us it’s their favorite newsletter they receive!
