In a prior article, we covered how to prepare for a Q&A session so in this one, we’ll cover how to handle the actual Q&A session during your speech. Before you start your talk, decide whether you’ll take questions throughout
Job Interview Success: Multiple Interviewers: What to do when more than one person is interviewing you at the same time
Interviewing for a job is hectic, especially if you really want (or really need) that particular job. As interviewing candidates for a position requires a substantial amount of time and effort, employers are always trying to optimize the process but
Public Speaking: How to Write a Speech – Part 1: Your Speech Outline
Writing a speech can sometimes be as nerve-racking as giving the speech. Where do you begin? What format should you use? Will you need props? The list of potential questions is endless, but getting started is a lot easier than
Public Speaking Success: Preparing for a Question and Answer Session
Getting up in front of an audience and speaking is a challenge in itself. Having to answer questions in front of an audience makes it even tougher. The good news is that with proper preparation, you can eliminate most of
How to Improve Your Memory
Whether you’re trying to memorize the main points of your speech, your to do list or the capitals of the major countries of the world, a good memory can be a powerful asset. The benefits to having an excellent memory
Dealing with Bullies
Being bullied is one of the worst things that can happen to a human being. If you or someone close to you has ever been bullied, you know how unpleasant an experience it can be. It eats away at our
Public Speaking Tips: Five Tips for ESL (English as a Second Language) Speakers
As if speaking in public wasn’t challenging enough, imagine having to translate your thoughts on the fly into another language while speaking in front of a group. Well this is a challenge that many speakers who emigrate from a country