Trimount | December 21, 2008
Let 2009 be the year you conquer your fear of public speaking!
With proper training, you really can become a good speaker. It doesn’t matter whether you train with Trimount or take an adult education class at the local high school. The important thing is that you take action. You can overcome your fear, master [...]
Trimount | November 22, 2008
In these difficult times, a little humor can go a long way to dispel some of the gloomy economic news. And that’s exactly what comedian Andy Borowitz did in characterizing President-elect Barack Obama’s recent interview on CBS’ 60 Minutes.
Obama’s Use of Complete Sentences Stirs Controversy
Stunning Break with Last Eight Years
In the first two weeks since [...]
Trimount | November 8, 2008
This excerpt from a British blogger demonstrates why a speaker should never rely on PowerPoint as a crutch when giving a presentation. PowerPoint cannot match the power and passion a really good speaker brings to the podium:
“I once gave a presentation which told, in fine detail, the life and works of Jane Austen.
I was extremely [...]
Trimount | October 22, 2008
Besides teaching you the mechanics of public speaking, a good coach can help you overcome the nagging self-doubts that bedevil so many promising speakers. I show my clients how to increase their confidence and let go of the negative thinking which has dragged them down in the past.
Please visit http://trimountcommunications.com/speech_training.htm to learn more about [...]
Trimount | October 9, 2008
When giving a speech, you have to watch for people’s reactions: Are they paying attention? Do they seem restless? Are they shuffling in their seats? These are sure signs that something is wrong. The remedy may be as simple as cutting short a presentation and taking questions from the audience, allowing them to participate actively [...]
Trimount | September 18, 2008
Hand placement is always a challenge if you don’t have a podium to serve as an anchor when presenting. Most of us were taught in school to let our hands hang by our sides. This isn’t nearly as easy as it sounds especially if you’re frightened (public speaking ranks as one of the Top Ten [...]
Trimount | September 11, 2008
Keep a speech diary and write down how often you use certain words and expressions which detract from what you say, for example, “uh” or “um.” You’ll soon notice a decrease in how often you say these words.
Please visit http://trimountcommunications.com/speech_training.htm to learn more about the SpeakOut Training Program.
Chris Dingman
Trimount | September 6, 2008
Experience counts when choosing a speech coach. That’s why you need to select someone who has a strong background as a public speaker. Someone who knows what it takes to give a good speech. And most importantly, someone who has helped others improve their public speaking skills.
Please visit http://trimountcommunications.com/speech_training.htm to learn more about the SpeakOut [...]
Trimount | September 3, 2008
The most successful people in American business are the ones who communicate well. While exceptions occur, men and women who speak and write well have a competitive advantage over colleagues who don’t have a solid command of the English language. The most accomplished people use language to advance their professional goals.
Public speaking and writing don’t [...]