Glossophobia, aka the fear of public speaking, affects over 70% of people. The fear of public speaking ranks number one on the list of common fears ahead of spiders, death and cockroaches. But, why do so many people fear public …
How to improve your speaking skills: 50 experts reveal their secrets [Infographic + Blog post]
‘How to improve your speaking skills?’ We asked 200 experts to give us their top tip on improving presentations, meetings, and speeches. We assembled 50 of the best pieces of advice for you, and it is entirely FREE. Bookmark this …
How to start a speech and ace it?
We’ve all had times when words failed us; I know I have. In those times, I hoped for someone or something to help me, and I hope that this blog will be that something for you. I’m sure you’ve often …
Maximizing the Use of Visual Aids in Presentations
A picture, they say, is worth a thousand words. Using visual aids in presentations helps you pass a lot of information in a relatively shorter time. With the right visual aids, you can create the desired impact that you want …
Rate of speech: Definition, bonus tips, ideal rate, calculation
People often ask me. ‘Danish…What’s the ideal rate of speech? how many words are in a 3-minute speech? How many words do I need for a five-minute speech? How to stop making pauses while making a speech? I speak too …
8 Emotionally Intelligent Ways To Conquer the Fear of Public Speaking
Are you struggling with your fear of public speaking? Are you looking for ways to develop yourself as a speaker? Sure, you might not be a keynote speaker yet, but all speakers start as scared newbies. Read on to find …
Youtube Contest Alert – Get Your Video on the Orai YouTube Channel!
Hey Orators! We are excited to announce that we will be starting a new Youtube series! Check it out here. We will be uploading video content to help you become a kickass orator in any situation. Going forward, you will …
Um, How to Like, Clean up Your Speech
by Christian DiRomualdo, February 22, 2018 In my last post, I talked a lot about how your delivery is a huge difference maker when talking to a prospect. As sales people, one of the most important aspects of our delivery is clean speech. …