Speaking Voice Too Monotone? Here’s how to fix it.

If you feel like your speaking voice is too monotone, then you’re probably onto something. Voice inflection is important because your listeners need contrast. What I share here is an easy fix for the monotone.

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2 ways to make public speaking + PRESENTATIONS easier in 2026

I love this time of year because I get to hear from and meet new people - people who want to become more confident, polished speakers. Two simple, free tips to engage your audience in ways that draw on what makes YOU comfortable!

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How to keep your presentation or meeting on track

The first step in keeping your meetings on track and on time is to get clear on your purpose. This will allow you to stay on time, and keep the meeting focused.

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[VIDEO] How to keep YOUR audience Engaged

Virtual meetings are here to stay. The trick to a more interesting or exciting meeting is to be intentional when planning your meeting; don’t just let it be a bunch of talking heads. Here are 4 of my TOP METHODS (UPDATED!) to engage your audience on Zoom, Teams, or in any other virtual setting.

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[VIDEO] How to think on your feet (or “pivot”) better

Thinking on your feet - or, as my clients say, “pivoting”- is a muscle that needs to be developed and worked regularly to stay fit - and to always have that pivot skill ready to go. Here are 4 easy ways (and one challenge!) to build and keep up that think-on-your-feet skill.

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5 best books for speaking with confidence

If you want to be a confident speaker, you’ll need to do some work. Speaking confidently comes from the inside - and you’ll need to draw out your badass qualities. These are the 5 books I recommend the most to help you speak and present with confidence!

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