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Truth hurts… but not in the long run
8/02/2017We are delighted to have our founder’s brother, Sean McMahon, doing a guest post about how honesty is always the best policy, especially when it...
5 tips for creating a fantastic first impression
10/11/2016“How long does it take to create a first impression?” Two minutes? Twenty seconds? Two seconds? Some psychologists* would suggest that the...
How to lose listeners & alienate your audience!
6/10/2016So here are 5 ways not to open your presentation: 1. Wear a long gloomy face – definitely do not smile. If you...
How to read a speech and still have an impact – 5 tips to help you do it better.
28/06/2016You probably know that it is not ideal to read a speech or presentation. However, there are occasions that for legal or other reasons you may...
The teacher becomes the student!
20/05/2016Last week I delivered a ‘Masterclass in Presentation Delivery’ to members of the Professional Speakers Association North West (PSA NW) in...
On the Question of Questions – how do we prepare effectively?
31/03/2016Quite often people have fears around the questions and answers session of a presentation. Totally understandable. We can prepare a presentation,...
Teachings from TEDx
14/01/2016One of my favourite gigs is being a speaker coach for TEDx speakers. Yesterday I was working with a group of speakers for the TEDx Fulbright Dublin...
What can a blender disaster teach you about presenting?
29/12/2015When people hear what I work at they often ask the question. “What is your best tip”? My best tip can vary depending on who I am talking to. ...
