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How do you maximize your impact in a world where relationships are going virtual?

Times are changing….in-person meetings have been migrating to online platforms. How we connect with clients and co-workers, and how we build trust has evolved. So how do you maximize your impact in a world where relationships are going virtual?

Suggestions for a memorable Introduction

So you have a presentation coming up and you’re asking yourself, how does one make a truly impactful introduction? You have less than 30 seconds to show that you are engaging, relevant and credible. So how do you do that? I’m going to give you a few ways you can enhance your introduction (in no particular order). Take note! Before you try any of these techniques, have a specific goal for your speech.

The Downside of Traditional Speech Arts

Every parent wants to see their child succeed and understands that knowing the right answer simply isn’t enough - you have to be able to communicate it.

Part 1: How do you present data with purpose?

Informing your audience clearly and concisely is a win. Using data to challenge their assumptions and change their behaviour is an art and a science. What can you do to positively persuade?

Podcast: What's Next? Innovation Forecasting With Unbounded Thinking

How can you communicate in a way which will give you an edge in today's knowledge economy? Catch me on an episode of Unbounded Thinking where I discuss insights about Communication and Public Speaking, review Aristotle's 5 elements of persuasion, and provide some thoughts about the future.

Presenting...You: How To Improve your Presentation Skills in 20 Minutes

Over the course of 20 minutes as a virtual Lunch and Learn session, we will share tried and true methods to improve your ability to connect with your audience and we will review ways you can sound more confident and engaging.

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Reach With Speech: 2022 Year in Review

In preparation for the New Year, lets take a moment to reflect on which conversations went well (and which didn’t) so we can become more thoughtful and impactful communicators.

As an OT, I often engage in ‘reflective practice’. In keeping with a similar approach, ask yourself these important questions – regardless of where you are in your communication journey.

Reflections on the Crucial Learning Quiz: What’s Your Style Under Stress?

What the Conflict Resolution Quiz helps us understand - and what's missing.

So...you have a presentation coming up?

Let’s say you have a presentation coming up and you want to focus your ideas and develop a concise message. This guide will assist you in taking your unfinished thoughts and ideas and will help refine them. If you already have your presentation drafted, this guide will help focus and strengthen your key messages.

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