Presentation Skills for Introverts: Strategies for Quiet Communicators

Presentation Skills for Introverts: Strategies for Quiet Communicators by Peter Dhu

As a public speaking coach, I’ve worked with countless individuals who struggle with the fear of public speaking. Many of them are introverts, people who find social interactions draining and prefer quiet contemplation over being in the spotlight. I myself am an introvert and find it hard to socialise and I find public speaking draining. And public speaking is indeed …

Mastering the Q&A: Handling Audience Questions with Poise

Mastering the Q&A: Handling Audience Questions with Poise by Peter Dhu

As a public speaking coach, I’ve worked with lots of people who can do great presentations. They are confident, look good, and have a strong message. Then the question and answer (Q & A) session comes, and they struggle, look less than confident, may avoid the question and the um’s and ah’s come creeping in. And if the questions are …

The Art of Storytelling: Captivating Your Audience with Narrative

The Art of Storytelling: Captivating Your Audience with Narrative by Peter Dhu

Have you ever been so engrossed in a story that you felt like you were right there, living it? That’s the magic of storytelling. It has a way of transporting us to different worlds and making even the most mundane facts come alive. Imagine you’re sitting in a conference room, listening to yet another dry presentation filled with statistics and …

Conquering Stage Fright: Five Strategies to help you Overcome Fear of Public Speaking

Conquering Stage Fright: Five Strategies to Help You Overcome Fear of Public Speaking by Peter Dhu

Introduction Public speaking is a critical skill in today’s professional world. It enhances our ability to communicate ideas, lead teams, and influence decisions. Yet, the fear of standing in front of an audience is a common struggle for many. This article explores proven strategies to conquer stage fright, helping you become a more confident and effective speaker. By addressing both …

5 Tips To Prepare Your Voice Before Public Speaking by Peter Dhu

5 Tips To Prepare Your Voice Before Public Speaking by Peter Dhu

We always warm up before we run. We warm up before playing sport. And we warm up at the gym before lifting heavy weights. So why don’t we warm up our voices before we step on stage? Here are 5 tips to prepare and warm up your voice before public speaking. If you follow these, you are more likely to …

Mastering the Art of Persuasion in Public Speaking

Mastering the Art of Persuasion in Public Speaking

Influence and persuasion are key skills in communication and leadership and are important when you are public speaking. I say to my clients “that if you are not influential when speaking, then by definition you are just being hot air”. The cost of not being persuasive and influential when public speaking can manifest in missed opportunities, diminished credibility, failed communication, …