Hand Gesture Infographic

How to Use Hang Gestures in a Speech • When talking in small groups, stay within the hand zone. • The bigger the group, the bigger the hand gesture needs to be for all to see. • Hand gestures are nonverbal communication so let your hands do some of the work. • Write your speech […]

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Learn How Hand Gestures Can Improve a Speech

Can hand gestures dramatically improve the quality of a speech?  We have all seen great speakers, and they use many tools to capture our attention.  One key tool is hand gestures.  This article is focused on hand movements and not body language.  I watched a Toastmasters International video and several speaking “gurus” who lump the […]

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Removing Ahs and Ums from a Public Speaking

Pause – The Internet loves telling people to replace ahs and ums with a pause or silence.  This is way easier said than done.  Standing in front of a group of people and watching them stare back at you is not easy, and most advanced speakers find it difficult to do.  Yet, with practice and […]

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21 Speaker Tips Infographics

Infographics are a great resource for information about tips & tricks on public speaking.  I have gathered 21 infographics on public speaking, and I’m sure there are still more to be found on the internet.  Each infographic has valuable information that can help you improve your public speaking skills. 1. Infographic: Using your Fingers as […]

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