Early in my career planning stage, I would watch Law films, several news channels and listen attentively to radio interviews as a family. At no point in this learning experience did I understand the importance of communication until I took up an opportunity to be a debutant for the Cancer Association for South Africa...
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It’s hard to believe, but the fear of public speaking is ranked higher than spiders, heights, and even death. It’s fascinating to consider that one would risk not existing instead of giving an oral presentation. If your hands get clammy at the mere thought of public speaking, you’re in good company. According to some...
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The cliché “it all starts with you” comes with a profound personal truth – you have to find your voice first before you think of voicing any idea or group of people representatively. If you’re thinking of doing any leadership or activism, understand that you will only make an impact if your voice is...
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Communication plays an important role in our personal and professional lives. From organising your family to presenting to the Board. Communicating effectively so your message is clearly understood is something we all hope to achieve. But how many times have you walked away wondering if you were understood correctly or left questioning what the...
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Public speaking is an important part of most professions, and our lives. Practice ways to captivate and engage your audience each time you speak. Whether this is your first time speaking in front of an audience or you do it every day, here are some tips that are simple reminders to help you successfully...
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With the advent of COVID-19, interpersonal communication has begun to evolve in ways few could have predicted. But whether you’re tasked with speaking before a small panel, in a crowded Zoom call, or even just across the table from a friend at lunch, clear, effective communication skills are a must. These five tips will...
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The COVID-19 Pandemic has shifted online public speaking to the focus. Many of us breathe a sigh of relief as the anxieties of speaking in front of an in-person audience are dissipated. No more stage fright, no more terrifying eye contact and no more bored faces to distract or intimidate us. Phew! But does...
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If 2020/2021 has taught us anything it is that we can’t leave our private lives outside the door. We are whole human beings, not corporate robots. We lead complex and often messy lives, and we have stories to share. Every single one of us. So why do we create presentations as if we were...
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What is the secret to being truly self-confident? And what can a professional actor of over twenty years tell you that is different from what you would get somewhere else? You’re probably reading this and thinking to yourself. “I don’t need tips about confidence. I’m already a confident person.” And you’re probably right. At...
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