Speak Up for Success

10/31/2023

Ready for Candyland

08/03/2023

When the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s inductees began to ramble, executives turned to Jezra Kaye to help them rein it in.

09/09/2022

First time back since they closed in January 2020. Shiny new place at Halsey & Malcolm X in Brooklyn

08/21/2022

A moody day at Brooklyn Bridge Park. Just heard an awesome Ursula Oppens concert at Bargemusic.

06/15/2022

They don’t make theaters like they used to (or anything else).

09/12/2021

Showstoppers! on W. 42nd St. is really lovely. The Broadway costumes are amazing and you get a real sense of the people who make them. (Ticket proceeds go to benefit them). Check it out!

06/10/2021

Fellow Public Speaking Coach Kolarele Sonaike from across the Atlantic in the UK, gave his Communicator of the Week Award to 23 year old Tennis Champion, Naomi Osaka.

Sonaike excerpted Osaka's May 31 Instagram post: 'I am not a natural public speaker and get huge waves of anxiety before I speak to the world's media. I get really nervous and find it stressful to always try to engage and give you the best answers I can.'

I hear versions of this statement from clients all the time. It's the chief reason why we are hired. And although we're experienced in helping you to move through your own public speaking anxiety and stress, we've also been there!

Kudos to Naomi Osaka for speaking up for her mental health.

Kudos to Kolarele Sonaike for recognizing the moment as one to which many people can relate!

06/07/2021

What Makes a Talk Be a TED-Style Talk, Anyway??

If you're planning to give a TED-style talk for business, be ready to spend more time, and to take a new approach to your content.

05/26/2021

Be Brief, Be Bold, Be Gone When You Speak

The phrase "Be brief, be bold, be gone" describes the best way to communicate with senior leaders or execs, but it's actually a good way to talk to anyone.

05/20/2021

The 3 P’s of Perfect Presentations

You’ve probably heard of The Rule of 3!  When it comes to public speaking success, the three words that make all the difference are: PREPARE — PRACTICE — PRESENT I used to call these The 3 P’s of Perfect Presentations.  And while no presentation can ever be perfect, these steps will get yo...

05/13/2021

Five Principles to Master to Get Ready for the New World Of (Hybrid) Work

After communicating virtually during COVID, we're now in a period of home + office hybrid work, with live communication back in the mix.

05/06/2021

Getting Ready for A Big Speech? Here's How to Treat Your Throat Before the Big Day

Public speaking can stress your voice. Here are some techniques for protecting your pipes, so that you and your voice can both go the distance.