The Public Speaker's Quick and Dirty Tips for Improving Your Communication Skills

068 TPS How to Write Better LinkedIn Recommendations

25 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Make the most of your network by learning how to write great LinkedIn recommendations Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

195 TPS The Message of You

25 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Observational humor can spice up any speech. Guest host Judy Carter, author of The Message of You, explains how on this week's episode of The Public S...

110 TPS How to Get an Internship

25 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s not luck! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

055 TPS Media Training 102

25 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to answer know-it-all, chummy, goodbye, jargonistic and speculative questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

054 TPS Media Training 101

25 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to handle difficult reporter questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

231 TPS How to Make Better Introductions and Remember Names (Part 1)

25 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Making introductions is hard. Remembering names is even harder. In this two-part series, The Public Speaker shares the 5 secrets for making a proper i...

353 TPS How to Stand Out in an Interview—Even If You've Been Laid Off

12 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

A listener wonders how to manage her frustration after being laid off twice. Are your emotions getting in the way of acheiving your goals? Lisa provi...

352 TPS How to Change Topics Mid-Conversation

05 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever find yourself in a conversation you don’t want to be having? Or maybe the subject has just gone on for too long. There are some polite w...

351 TPS How to Express Anger in a Healthy Way

29 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Do you struggle with understanding or managing anger? Do you wonder how to communicate when you’re feeling angry? Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public S...

350 TPS Should You Disclose Health Conditions to Your Boss?

22 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Do you wonder how much of a health issue should be disclosed? Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public Speaker, answers that question and more. Read the full ...

349 TPS How to Tactfully Disagree with Someone

15 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

We all find ourselves in disagreements occasionally. So what should you do? Keep your mouth shut or say what you think? And if you speak up, what shou...

348 TPS How to Break the News to Your Teen

08 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Wondering how to share sensitive information with a young adult child? Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public Speaker, shares a personal story, and a recent...

347 TPS Positivity and Listening Fueled Success for Sam Adams Founder

01 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Do you wonder how some entrepreneurs become wildly successful? In many cases, attitude is the primary key to success, and communication skills is the ...

346 TPS Want to Add Humor to Your Speeches?

23 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Do you need to learn how to be more entertaining when you give presentations or speeches? Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public Speaker, gives you the tool...

345 TPS How to Say You're Sorry with Apology Languages

17 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

I terrible stay at hotel demonstrated to me that even people in finer establishments need lessons in how to apologize. Read the full transcript here: ...

344 TPS Why Leaders Ask and Don't Tell: An Interview with Edgar Schein

10 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that many major disasters could have been avoided had a junior person felt comfortable speaking up? Read the full transcript here: http:/...

343 TPS How Being Blunt Can Hurt Your Personal Life

03 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Blunt, undiplomatic communication can be a real problem. In fact, it can’t really be called communication because it actually closes the door to fur...

009 TPS Um, Like, How to Sound Ditzy?

26 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Learn to eliminate your distracting ums and ahs and other disfluencies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

342 TPS How to Acknowledge a Large Donation

19 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Thanking someone for a large donation should involve more than just a thank-you note. Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public Speaker, gives tips on how to b...

341 TPS Want to Speak Up More at Meetings?

12 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel like you can speak in public everywhere except in front of your colleagues? This is not uncommon, but it is important to overcome, as it c...

340 TPS How Rate of Speech Impacts Diplomacy

05 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

How much does the pace of speech matter in diplomatic speaking? What about credibility or persuasiveness? It matters a lot. And Lisa B. Marshall, aka ...

339 TPS Find Your Storytelling Style to Engage Your Audience

28 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Storytelling is an important part of being human. Stories connect us to each other; they create a bond. We all love to hear stories, but can we tell t...

338 TPS The Secrets of Storytelling: An Interview with Author Carmine Gallo

21 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The ability to create and tell powerful stories is by far the most important skill of a leader because it can change minds, spark action, and stir pas...

337 TPS What the 'Serial' Podcast Can Teach Us About Storytelling

14 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Storytelling is an important part of being human. We all love to hear stories, but can we tell them? The better we tell stories, the better we will co...

336 TPS Can You Save Your Job? What to Do If You're About to Be Fired

07 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In our current economy, job security can’t always be counted on. Sadly, many people find themselves in a position of being asked to resign, or just ...

288 TPS What Is Your DISC Style?

31 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know what drives you? What holds you back? What are your roadblocks to achieving the results and successes you desire in your career? To find ...

335 TPS Are You Too Blunt?

24 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever been given feedback that you are too direct, brutally blunt, brusque or abrupt? Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1SdeFQm Hos...

334 TPS Read, Write, and Practice to Strengthen Your Vocabulary

17 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever come across words you don’t understand? Or is English your second language and you want to build your vocabulary? Whether you’re a nat...

333 TPS How to Fix Your Voice

11 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you are podcaster, a speaker, an actor, or a business professional developing the quality of your voice will help to have more impact with a p...

332 TPS Here's Why (and How) to Scrap Your Elevator Pitch

04 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know the best way to deliver a professional introduction? Have you ever been advised to create a memorized elevator pitch touting the features...

331 TPS The Essential Conversation Starters You Need Now

26 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have trouble starting a conversation? Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public Speaker, will help you develop this extremely important skill. Read the ...

330 TPS 14 Steps to Become a Motivational Speaker

19 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Do you dream of becoming a professional speaker? Do you want to motivate and inspire others with your messages? Read the full transcript here: http:/...

329 TPS How to Influence When You Have No Authority

12 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes you may find yourself in a position of wanting to affect change but not having the authority to do it. What then? Should you give up? No! Li...

328 TPS Who Interrupts More? The Truth About Manterruptions

05 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Is there really a gender bias in communication? Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public Speaker, examines the evidence and suggests a solution. Read the full...

327 TPS Are You an Abrasive Communicator?

29 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Has anyone ever told you have an abrasive style of communication? Want to change how you communicate? Lisa B. Marshall answers a reader who asks how...

326 TPS How to Stop Someone from Interrupting You

22 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know a chronic interrupter? Do you want to know how to politely deal with the situation? Let Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public Speaker, help you...

325 TPS How to Deal with Slacker Coworkers

15 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Do you work with a slacker? Tired of it and want to tell you boss? Lisa B. Marshall explains how to handle this difficult conversation. Read the ful...

324 TPS How Do I Continue a Stalled Conversation?

08 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever get stuck in a conversation, not knowing what to say next? Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public Speaker, shares with you lots of great tips to...

114 TPS Put Some Jingle In Your Mingle

01 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

How To Beef Up Your Networking During The Holidays. Questions go to [email protected]. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a ...

323 TPS The Public Speaker's 10 Most Popular Episodes of 2015

25 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Each year I have the fun of figuring out what were the top most listened to podcasts of the year. From bad first impressions to dishonest co-workers, ...

322 TPS 14 Steps To Becoming a Motivational Speaker

18 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

No matter what your interest in professional public speaking, understanding what it takes to be a professional speaker can help you to advance your ca...

321 TPS Can Body Language Improve Office Relationships?

11 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Is your body language helping you or hurting you at the office? Lisa B. Marshall shows you how to make sure it helps. Read the full transcript: http:/...

320 TPS How to Enjoy Your Office Holiday Party

04 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Office holiday party looming and you’re not sure what to do? Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public Speaker, can steer you through the sometimes-awkward b...

206 TPS Why You Hate Your Voice

27 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

When you hear your voice on playback, it's usually higher-pitched and thinner than what you expected. The Public Speaker explains why this is and why ...

319 TPS 3 Reasons to Embrace the Office Holiday Party

20 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Is a Christmas Party at work fast approaching and you aren't enthused? Perhaps you even dread it? Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public Speaker, will show ...

318 TPS How to Stop Over-Apologizing

13 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Do you find yourself apologizing frequently, even when something is not your fault? Lisa B. Marshall , aka The Public Speaker, will explain why, and w...

317 TPS 5 Ways to Speak Up (Without a Freakout): An Interview with Matt Abrahams

06 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have Public Speaking Anxiety? In this interview with Matt Abrahams, Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public Speaker, will help you overcome this situ...

316 TPS 6 Constructive Ways to Give Negative Feedback

23 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public Speaker, will show you how to hold tough conversations while still being a nice person. Read the full transcript here...

315 TPS How to Handle Rude Questions

16 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

How do you respond when people ask rude and personal questions? It's a sticky situation. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1jVngxV Hosted o...

314 TPS Why Do People Interrupt?

09 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have someone in your office who constantly interrupts? It’s important to know why the person does this to effectively deal with it. Read the ...

313 TPS How to Accept a Compliment

02 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This podcast will tell you why accepting compliments is so important, how to overcome awkwardness, and how to do it right. Read the full transcript he...

312 TPS Is Your Cell Phone Hurting You?

25 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Have you heard stories about how cell phones are bad for you? Lisa B. Marshall, aka the Public Speaker, will tell you how you can still get the benefi...

311 TPS How to Deal with a Mooching Friend

18 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever had a person in your life who takes advantage of your generosity? Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1MLN7UP Hosted on Acast. ...

310 TPS How to Overcome Shyness in the Classroom

11 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Do you or someone you know have trouble speaking up in the classroom? Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public Speaker, has some suggestions to help you learn...

309 TPS What to Say When a Coworker Asks, "Should I Quit?"

03 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

HoHow do you advise a coworker regarding taking another job? Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public Speaker, will tell you how to handle that sticky situati...

308 TPS Why You Should Embrace Awkward Small Talk

28 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Do you think small talk is a time waster? Would you rather send a text then have an in-person conversation? Do you go out of your way to avoid small t...

307 TPS Body Language Hacks: Be Creative, Clear, and Energized

21 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like you’re dragging? Or like what you’re trying to accomplish is just barely eluding you? The answer to these problems may be as...

306 TPS Help! How To Introduce Myself To My New Team

14 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever struggle to introduce yourself at business meetings? Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public Speaker, will show you how to introduce yourself con...

305 TPS Career Advice Nobody Tells You

07 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Career advice that often goes unspoken and that can keep you out of hot water from Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public Speaker! Read the full transcript ...

066 TPS The Elevator Pitch - Presenting Ideas Quickly

31 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Questions go to [email protected]. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes! Read the full transcript here: htt...

168 TPS Four Tips for Encouraging Communication in the Workplace

24 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Is your team hesitant to share their ideas? Here's how to create an atmosphere where communicating ideas is encouraged. Read the full transcript here:...

300 TPS 3 Things HR Won't Ever Share

23 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Learn 3 insider secrets you really should know about HR, the Marshall Warning, and how to avoid getting yourself into trouble from Lisa B. Marshall a...

301 TPS 6 Body Language Secrets of Powerful People

21 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Present your best self through your posture and gestures. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1LGr0ht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...

304 TPS Uh Oh! How Do I Toast When I Don’t Like the Groom?

17 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

What if you have to give a toast but you don’t know or like the person? Lisa B. Marshall helps you get through this sticky situation. Read the full ...

303 TPS The Importance of Visual Communication

10 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Have you noticed the trend toward more and more visual communication? Lisa B. Marshall (www.lisabmarshall.com) aka The Public Speaker, will tell you ...

302 TPS 7 Cold Hard Truths About Getting Hired

03 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Looking for a new position? Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public Speaker, share five secrets that HR won’t tell you about the hiring process. Read the f...

299 TPS How to Talk to Someone Coping With Death and Loss

12 Jun 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever struggled with what to say when someone dies? Lisa B. Marshall, aka The Public Speaker, shares her recent struggle with how to talk wit...

298 TPS How to Give Compliments

05 Jun 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how to deliver a compliment? The Public Speaker Lisa B. Marshall (www.lisabmarshall.com) explains why giving a compliment is good for th...

297 TPS How to Fix A Bad First Impression

29 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Bad first impression? Think you need a do-over but you just aren't sure how to fix a negative first impression? Public Speaker, Lisa B. Marshall (ww...

296 TPS How to Ask for Something

22 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t be afraid to ask for what you want. Lisa B. Marshall, The Public Speaker, talks about her biggest asks and offers advice on how to conquer you...

295 TPS Don’t Stand Behind the Lectern

15 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

What do I do if there’s no lectern for my speech? Lisa B. Marshall tells you how to get out from behind the lectern and engage your audience with bo...

294 TPS Management Track or Technical Track?

08 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Does the thought of management make you cringe? Would you prefer to stay on the technical track? The Public Speaker explains how to positively positio...

293 TPS Don’t Let a Toxic Boss Ruin Your Career

01 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Do you work for a toxic boss? Do you dread coming to work every day? The Public Speaker explains how to have a successful long-term career despite a d...

292 TPS 4 Rules for Eye Contact in Conversations

24 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Is there such a thing as too much eye contact? The Public Speaker explains how to use eye contact to build trust and rapport in conversations. Read th...

151 TPS Five Things a Boss Should Never Say

16 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

If you want to encourage creativity and build morale in your group, here are 5 things you shouldn't say. Read the transcript here: http://bit.ly/1Hh38...

291 TPS How to Avoid Awkward Silences

10 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

You know how to introduce yourself, but how do you keep the conversation going? Lisa B. Marshall, The Public Speaker, offer tips for asking questions ...

290 TPS How Power Poses Can Build Confidence

03 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Are you looking for a simple technique to help you be a more captivating and confident presenter? The Public Speaker explains how holding a power pose...

289 TPS The Best Icebreaker Interview Questions

27 Mar 2015

Contributed by Lukas

As an interviewer, you can learn a lot about a candidate by asking icebreaker questions. But beyond commenting on the weather, you can actually use ic...

287 TPS 3 Tips to Avoid Mispronouncing Names

06 Mar 2015

Contributed by Lukas

John Travolta and Neil Patrick Harris are both guilty of mispronouncing names at the 2015 Oscars. The Public Speaker offers advice on how to avoid mis...

286 TPS How to Apologize (and Be Forgiven)

27 Feb 2015

Contributed by Lukas

After an internet firestorm, E! News host Giuliana Rancic apologized to actress Zendaya Coleman for her "patchouli...or weed" comment. Was h...

285 TPS Do You Have a Gap in Employment?

20 Feb 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Do you need to explain an employment gap during your next job interview? The Public Speaker explains the best way to frame your lack of employment wit...

284 TPS How to Handle an Unpredictable Boss

12 Feb 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Do you need help dealing with a whimsical boss? Lisa B. Marshall, The Public Speaker explains who to talk to a boss who keeps changing your priorities...

283 TPS Storytelling Lessons from the Super Bowl

06 Feb 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Storytelling played a big role in the the 2015 Super Bowl ads. The Public Speaker explains which ads used storytelling and effectively and which one m...

282 TPS How to Complain and Get What You Want

29 Jan 2015

Contributed by Lukas

There is a right way and a wrong way to complain. Lisa B. Marshall, The Public Speaker, explains how NOT to complain and how to complain and get what ...

281 TPS Talk to Strangers (It’s Good for Your Health)

23 Jan 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Do you avoid talking to strangers? The Public Speaker explains why connecting with strangers can make you happier and more successful. Plus, tips on h...

280 TPS Celebrities Stir Controversy at the Golden Globes

16 Jan 2015

Contributed by Lukas

The 2015 Golden Globes included its fair share of controversy. Should you join in or keep silent? The Public Speaker explains how to talk about contro...

279 TPS Manipulative and Dishonest Coworkers

09 Jan 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Are you stuck working with a colleague who is manipulative or dishonest? Are you concerned about this person ruining your reputation and career prospe...

155 TPS 5 Steps to Better Communication

02 Jan 2015

Contributed by Lukas

The Public Speaker's 5 steps to improving interpersonal communication skills. SPONSOR: http://stitcher.com/lisa. Use code Lisa to enter to win $1000. ...

278 TPS Public Speaker's Top 10 Podcasts of 2014

26 Dec 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s round out the year by reviewing the top 10 Public Speaker podcast episodes of 2014. Which communication tips made the biggest impact in the pa...

277 PS How to Take a Good Phone Message

19 Dec 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Learn to take useful phone messages at work. The Public Speaker offers tips for good customer service and better phone messages. Read the transcript: ...

276 TPS How Polls and Surveys Can Increase Participation

12 Dec 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Polling is a great way to keep your audience involved. The Public Speaker shares two inspiring and creative examples of how surveying listeners can le...

275 TPS Are You Straining Your Voice With Vocal Fry?

05 Dec 2014

Contributed by Lukas

You've probably never heard of vocal fry, but chances are you know what it sounds like. The Public Speaker explains why vocal fry can harm your voice ...

274 TPS Who Can I Trust at Work?

28 Nov 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Knowing who to trust at work can reduce your stress and your workload and ultimately lead to professional success. The Public Speaker talks with autho...

273 TPS How to Make Twitter More Engaging

21 Nov 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Most people use Twitter to push information out to their followers. The Public Speaker shares a more personal (and effective) approach to Twitter inte...

272 TPS How to Create Stronger Transitions in a Speech

15 Nov 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Effective presentations and speeches require strong words and strong non-verbal cues. The Public Speaker explains how to use body language to support ...

271 TPS In Communication, Less Is More

07 Nov 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Communicating simply and effectively is a valuable skill. Today the Public Speaker examines how to say more by actually saying less. Visit the website...

270 TPS How to Craft a Memorable Catchphrase

31 Oct 2014

Contributed by Lukas

A memorable catchphrase can be the difference between sccess and failure in a presentation, speech, or even business. The Public Speaker shares the la...

193 TPS 5 Tips for Powerful Pauses

23 Oct 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to create spoken punctuation by using the pause effectively. Use pauses to emphasize points and convey emotion. Read the transcript: http://...

269 TPS 5 Ways to Reduce Your Accent

17 Oct 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Is your accent keeping you from communicating clearly? Do you want to reduce your accent and make yourself easier to understand? The Public Speaker pr...

268 TPS Vocal Exercises for Better Public Speaking

10 Oct 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Does your voice get tired from public speaking? Do you need to boost your vocal energy and endurance? The Public Speaker has exercises to get your vo...