I sat down with Kirsten Ramos and Paula Kircher, the hosts of The Savvy Session, to discuss simple but effective ways to captivate any audience. Hear my advice on pre-presentation relaxation techniques, and more.

Think about the experiences you’ve had at work, at conferences, or in meetings. Read on for my favorite icebreaker - a sure-fire way to engage your audience.

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 to build and keep up that think-on-your-feet skill.

It’s okay to be nervous when you present! It’s perfectly normal. It’s your body’s way of telling you, “I care about doing a good job.” [Yes, I know, you would be fine without your body telling you in such a distracting way. Me, too.] The key to manage stage fright: don’t let it overtake you.

Here, I’m sharing the top 5 videos and public speaking tips I recommend time after time.

“What do I do with my hands?” This is the question I’ve been getting since I began teaching Presentation Skills in 2004. I know what I do, but I also do this every day. I tapped media pro and video producer Kim Brattain to share her expertise in these 3 quick tips.