Do we realize that the best of presenters or the best of speakers are probably just as nervous as any other person? But they are also confident. They are confident of their subject, they are confident of their preparation and most importantly they are confident about presenting in front of the audience. So what are…
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A key component of corporate coaching
Having the skill to deliver good presentations is imperative to the role of a leader. But during our formative years, we are hardly given any guidance on this skill so giving a public presentation is most people’s nightmare. Presentation Training is a key component of our Corporate Coaching. This blog is focused on 3 simple tips that…
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Making Your Presentation Mystical
Presentations, done right, could be mesmerizing! And I don’t mean that as an overstatement. I’ve sat in on a few presentations, even in business settings, when I have walked away spellbound and marveled at how incredibly well that ‘gig’ was pulled off! The 2006 drama, ‘The Prestige’ comes to mind where the magician structures his…
Read MoreRoger Federer Does It Again
On 5th July, 2009 Roger Federer recreated magic by the epic win of his sixth Wimbledon Crown and a record 15th Grand Slam Trophy. The 27 year old Swiss is now honoured with the title of being the most successful man in tennis. Federer had been in the news earlier because of the fact that…
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The 3 Essentials Of Assertiveness
Assertiveness is the inclination to boldly or confidently assert oneself and be self-assured. This article is written keeping in mind all those who find their heart racing whenever they have to stand up for what they believe is right. It is for those who experience butterflies in the stomach when they come face-to-face with an instance…
Read MoreBusiness Communication Requires Tact – A Story
I trust that my readers have been able to understand the concept of Emotional Intelligence through the stories I brought forward in my previous blogs. For a few weeks from now, I shall be focusing upon communication, the backbone of all successful relationships – be it personal or professional. The focus of Momentum Training Solutions has been to improve business…
Read MoreThe Art Of Listening
Here is a witty story on an important aspect of communication – effective listening. In a small town, a police officer curbed a speeding motorist. After pulling over to the side, the man began, “Officer, I can explain…” “Quiet!” replied the police officer hastily, “I’m taking you in for speeding within residential limits”. The man protested, “But officer,…
Read MoreBusiness Communication: The Reader’s Perspective
Here is a story that will highlight the importance of clarity in written communication: A blind boy once sat at the side of a busy pavement with a hat placed in front of him. He had a hand-written sign that said: “I am blind. Please help.” Passers-by hardly took notice of the boy and there were…
Read MoreBusiness Communication: Effective Questioning
Here is a well-known anecdote that reinstates the importance of effective questioning in verbal communication: Two young men were walking home after having attended a religious service by a renowned priest. One man said to the other, “I wonder whether it would be alright to smoke while praying.” The other replied, “Why don’t you ask the priest?” The…
Read MoreBusiness Communication – Understanding Boundaries
We learn many valuable morals from the famous Aesop’s fables. I shall share my thoughts with respect to business communication with regards to the following fable today: A crab and her child were walking down the beach one day. While doing so, the crab irately watched while the child strolled in a one-sided manner. She said, “Why…
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