by Susan Ascher | Nov 13, 2018 | Public Speaking
Despite its prevalence in the corporate world, public speaking is a difficult skill to master. Standing in front of a room full of people and speaking about a topic is a common fear for many people from all industries. So how can a person not only get over their fear...
by Susan Ascher | Sep 28, 2016 | Career, Coaching, Presentations, Public Speaking
Most people fear public speaking. In fact, more people fear public speaking than fear death. Work-related presentations are often the most nerve-wracking of all, but they don’t have to be. Good preparation helps you feel confident in your material, your abilities, and...
by Susan Ascher | Dec 3, 2015 | Public Speaking
4 Communication Skills All Employees Need The idea of public speaking fills even the most experienced of professionals with dread. There’s something about the idea of addressing a group, no matter how small, which is fundamentally frightening. Upon further reflection,...
by Susan Ascher | Aug 20, 2015 | Public Speaking
Capitalize on the Briefest Opportunity: Craft the Ultimate Elevator Speech You know those moments. The CEO is standing in the elevator, and your idea is flawless. Nerves undercut these opportunities all the time because few people properly prepare for those 60...
by Susan Ascher | Jun 9, 2015 | Leadership, Public Speaking
Humor in the Office? How to Make Jokes during a Presentation Humor is the perfect way to connect with your audience, mix in some good feelings with potentially tedious material, and improve personal confidence. Yet many people seem to think that there is no place for...
by Susan Ascher | Apr 27, 2015 | Public Speaking
Jerry Seinfeld said it best: “According to most studies people’s number one fear is public speaking. Number 2 is death. Death is number 2. Does that sound right? This means to the average person if you go to a funeral you’re better off in the casket than doing...