Public Speaking Skills, Presentation Skills, Executive Coaching, Communication Skills, Speaker, Speaking Confidently, public speaking workshop, Storytelling Marianna Swallow Public Speaking Skills, Presentation Skills, Executive Coaching, Communication Skills, Speaker, Speaking Confidently, public speaking workshop, Storytelling Marianna Swallow

8 of My favorite Icebreakers and why they work

I’m a huge fan of icebreakers. They get the audience talking or moving. They also help the group get to know each other a little bit. Now, I’ve heard from some people, “I hate icebreakers!” If that’s the case, it’s because you’ve only been shown the wrong ones - the icebreakers that are tiresome or not very well-thought out. I’m here to correct that!

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Public Speaking Skills, Presentation Skills, Executive Coaching, Communication Skills, Speaker, Speaking Confidently Marianna Swallow Public Speaking Skills, Presentation Skills, Executive Coaching, Communication Skills, Speaker, Speaking Confidently Marianna Swallow

2 ways to make public speaking + PRESENTATIONS easier in 2024

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. One thing we often overlook is, how can we use what MAKES us COMFORTABLE to support our public speaking? Below are two tips I share with just about every client. Give these a try:

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Public Speaking Skills, Presentation Skills, Presentation Preparation, Executive Coaching, Communication Skills, Speaker, Speaking Confidently Marianna Swallow Public Speaking Skills, Presentation Skills, Presentation Preparation, Executive Coaching, Communication Skills, Speaker, Speaking Confidently Marianna Swallow

3 Easy ways to speak with confidence

I’m happy to report I’ve had great success in helping my clients speak confidently. Becoming a confident speaker is a process, and it takes practice. You won’t become a rockstar speaker in an hour, but there are some things you can do to help boost your confidence at presentation time.

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Public Speaking Skills, Presentation Skills, Presentation Preparation, Executive Coaching, Communication Skills, Speaker Marianna Swallow Public Speaking Skills, Presentation Skills, Presentation Preparation, Executive Coaching, Communication Skills, Speaker Marianna Swallow

Managing your nerves in sales presentations and pitches

I got to speak on Josh Hall’s podcast about one of my favorite things - helping people get more comfortable with public speaking and pitching. In this episode you’ll hear us discuss why you should never kick off with a qualifier or apology; where to find breathing exercises, and the benefits - yes - of public speaking and why it matters.

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