Like many people, I’ve never been a huge fan of public speaking. There’s something so jarring about standing up in front of an audience, with all eyes on you. Where I used to avoid public speaking at ...

Public speaking can be a challenge for many people. A successful event in which you are showcased as the public speaker can be a feather in your cap. Implement several specific strategies to have a ...

I still remember the feeling. I was onstage at a tech conference getting ready to deliver a keynote presentation when suddenly, the screen flickered. Not only were my slides not working, but the ...

When Chris Obolensky arrived at the University of Virginia three years ago, he was surprised to learn that that there was no place on Grounds that focused specifically on helping students hone their ...

Communication expert shares his top tips for delivering powerful speeches that leave a lasting impact. In a world inundated with information, capturing a crowd’s attention is more important than ever.

I was just about to give my first conference presentation as an early career researcher. As the audience got seated, I could feel my nerves acting up. I had prepared my talk weeks in advance and ...

Public speaking is something that everyone will encounter at some point in their life. Perhaps it's through giving a presentation at work, maybe a speech at a wedding, or even a simple toast at a ...

If you are like most people, then public speaking or presenting is one of your major fears. But take a second to think about this: Unless you are talking only to yourself, you are doing what is known ...

What are you most afraid of? If you’re like most Americans, public speaking bothers you more than heights, bugs, snakes, enclosed spaces, flying, strangers, clowns and the prospect of drowning. In ...

You don't have to be a "born" public speaker to be a good one, researchers say. — -- You don't have to be a "born" public speaker to be a good one, and researchers think they can measure what ...

Just weeks ago, “zoom” was a word uttered mostly in playtime with toddlers, and “let’s hang out” was not an invitation to see your co-workers in bathrobes. But in our current reality, these platforms ...

Today, Zoom is a central part of the remote workplace. It and other video conference platforms are widely used for meetings, job interviews, webinars, and presentations. In-person presentations can be ...