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Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Communication skills”

How to Keep the Presentation Skills of Your Team Sharp

George Torok April 3, 2020Communication skills, Insights, Presentation Tips

You want your team ready to present well.

This can be a challenge especially if they’re not presenting frequently. Yet when a presentation opportunity arises, it’s important to deliver an effective presentation.

Mind Your But

George Torok March 31, 2020Communication skills, Intended Message, Presentation Tips, Public Speaking

When you use the word “but” while pretending to agree – you send the message that you disagree.

Are You Unique?

George Torok March 26, 2020Communication skills, Insights, Intended Message

Unique means – unlike any other – no comparison – not a copy – different from the rest – no equal – one of a kind. If you believe that you’re unique – would you sully the message by suggesting that you are very unique, pretty unique or really unique?

Yes – Open for Business – Zoom Coaching

George Torok March 25, 2020Communication skills, Insights, Online coaching, Online training

Yes, we are open for business during this COVID-19 crisis.
Communication is even more critical now than any other time. You might be delivering key messages to one, few or many.
You and your messaging will experience intense scrutiny on many planes of perspective.

Five Phrases to Avoid when Speaking

George Torok March 22, 2020Communication skills, Insights, Presentation Tips

Here are five phrases that are counterproductive to your message because they can confuse or distance your listeners. People might not consciously notice these flaws, but these phrases can trigger unconscious dissonance in your message.

First Impressions Still Count – Even On Social Media

George Torok March 17, 2020Communication skills, Insights, Intended Message

What first impressions do you want to convey when you ask a person to connect with you on social media? Have you considered the unintended message you might be sending when you click to send the standard message?

rubber chicken luncheon speaker mistakes

The Chicken Was Better Than the Luncheon Speaker because…

George Torok March 15, 2020Communication skills, Insights, Intended Message, Public Speaking

…the Speaker Read His Speech

What a disappointment. The speaker had an impressive history of accomplishments excellence in both public service and entrepreneurship. Plus…

How not to open your speech presentation

How Not to Start Your Speech: 10 Presentations Mistakes You Can Avoid

George Torok March 15, 2020Communication skills, Insights, Presentation Tips

The beginning of your speech is the first impression for your audience. You want to convey a positive message because that determines how they initially judge you and your message. It might even determine if they will listen.
Don’t start your presentation with these mistakes.