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.
[video] Political speech fail - and what you can learn from it
At this year’s CPAC, speaker Matt Schlapp asked the wrong question with the wrong tone. Guess how that went. Today I’ll show you why your TONE matters and why you should never blame your audience for their reaction.
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!
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.
PUBLIC SPEAKING INSPIRATION FROM REV. JESSE JACKSON (R.I.P)
The world lost a huge inspiration and an inspiring speaker recently. Rest In Power, Rev. Jesse Jackson. Hear my thoughts on his 1984 speech at the Democratic National Convention. (Parts 2 and beyond are on YouTube.)
[VIDEO] Easy ways to be a confident speaker, with Hello Velocity’s Brittany Canaski
I love talking about public speaking, so when Brittany Canaski of Hello Velocity invited me to talk about speaking confidently, I jumped at the chance. Hear why even the pros get nervous - and why it’s okay that you do, too. PLUS: Why you should avoid scripting your presentations.