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

267 TPS Jennifer Lawrence Doesn’t Memorize Her Lines - Should You?

03 Oct 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Actress Jennifer Lawrence says she doesn’t memorize her lines. Find out why The Public Speaker says you shouldn’t memorize, either - and get her t...

266 TPS So Why Is Everyone Saying "So"?

26 Sep 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Is it ok to use the word “so” as a sentence starter? The Public Speaker explains why it is - and why everyone’s suddenly doing so. Visit the web...

265 TPS 7 Tips for Creating Better SlideShare Presentations

19 Sep 2014

Contributed by Lukas

LinkedIn’s SlideShare is an effective way to share your content with a wider audience. The Public Speaker, Lisa B. Marshall, shows you how to optimi...

264 TPS 4 Speech Techniques Learned from Comedy

12 Sep 2014

Contributed by Lukas

The Public Speaker explores the techniques that comedians practice to be memorable performers. See how these tips can help make you a better speaker! ...

263 TPS Don't Print Your Slides as the Takeaway

05 Sep 2014

Contributed by Lukas

The Public Speaker explains why you shouldn’t use your slides as your takeaway, and how your audience will get the most out of your presentation if ...

262 TPS Talking with Your Child's Teacher

29 Aug 2014

Contributed by Lukas

If you want to improve communication with your child's teacher, this episode is for you. The Public Speaker shares tips from educational leadership ex...

261 TPS Don't Make These Email Mistakes!

15 Aug 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever gotten an email that made you want to lose your cool? The Public Speaker explains how to maintain professionalism and avoid embarrassing...

145 TPS How to be More Likable

07 Aug 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Likable people are more successful in business and life. Learn how to increase your likability. Visit the website to read the full transcript: http://...

182 TPS 4 Tips to Persuade Like a Pro

31 Jul 2014

Contributed by Lukas

You don't have to be a politician to use the art of persuasion. Learn how to develop your personal influence to get people to see your point of view ...

260 TPS Choosing The Right Environment for Negotiations

25 Jul 2014

Contributed by Lukas

How much thought do you put in creating the right environment for a negotiation? The Public Speaker explains how the best choices can have a psycholog...

259 TPS Do You Apologize Too Much?

18 Jul 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Do women apologize too much? Do you often say "sorry" without thinking? Inspired by Pantene's "Not Sorry" commercial, The Public S...

258 TPS 3 Steps to Smoother Transitions

11 Jul 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Jumping between topics in a speech without thoughtful transitions can make you tough to follow. The Public Speaker shows you how to create smoother tr...

257 TPS How to Talk With a Non-Native English Speaker

04 Jul 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Many people you interact with during your day are not native English speakers. The Public Speaker, Lisa B. Marshall, offers these 10 tips for better c...

256 TPS Do You Have Annoying Handshake Habits?

27 Jun 2014

Contributed by Lukas

June 28 is National Handshake Day. Celebrate with the Public Speaker and learn the right and wrong ways to shake hands. Read the transcript: http://bi...

255 TPS Are You Celebrating World Sauntering Day?

20 Jun 2014

Contributed by Lukas

June 19th is World Sauntering Day. The Public Speaker explains that we need to stop the glorification of busy and love the life we have today by chang...

254 TPS Why Everyone Needs a Good Catchphrase

13 Jun 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Admit it, you can’t get that catch phrase out of your head. The Public Speaker explains how a good slogan helps get your message across. Read the fu...

253 TPS 10 Tips for Better Conversations

06 Jun 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Having a conversation in a second language can be intimidating. The Public Speaker has 10 tips to make ESL conversations easier and more fulfilling. R...

185 TPS 6 Tips to Calm Your Nerves Before Speaking

30 May 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Making a presentation in your community can be nerve wrecking. Learn 6 tips for calming your nerves before speaking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

252 TPS How to Use Polling to Keep Your Audience Engaged

23 May 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Polling is a great way to keep your audience involved. The Public Speaker explains various options for increasing participant engagement and learning ...

251 TPS Are You a Social Media Pack Rat?

16 May 2014

Contributed by Lukas

May 17 is National Pack Rat Day. In honor of this holiday, learn to declutter your social media profiles with the Public Speaker's 6 easy tips. Hosted...

250 TPS How to Hold Your Own at the C-Suite Table

09 May 2014

Contributed by Lukas

The Public Speaker share 4 tips for exerting influence to get your ideas heard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

249 TPS What Surprising Secret Do Katy Perry, Niall Horan, and Harrison Ford Have in Common?

02 May 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Do you dread getting up in front of others? Unfortunately, performance anxiety can exact a huge toll on self-confidence and self-esteem. If you have s...

248 TPS How to Project Your Voice

25 Apr 2014

Contributed by Lukas

If you need to project your voice and make yourself heard, The Public Speaker has 3 tips for how to make your voice bigger (rather than just louder). ...

247 TPS LinkedIn Lately? No? Find Out What You're Missing

18 Apr 2014

Contributed by Lukas

LinkedIn is useful for much more than just job searching. The Public Speaker explains how LinkedIn can help you build your network and engage customer...

246 TPS 3 Public Speaking Secrets of Comedians

11 Apr 2014

Contributed by Lukas

The Public Speaker explores the techniques that comedians practice to be memorable performers. See how these tips can help make you a better speaker. ...

245 TPS March Madness: How to Motivate Like a Pro Athlete

04 Apr 2014

Contributed by Lukas

March Madness is here. The Public Speaker shows us how to motivate our team like a pro. We look at famous speeches and see why they work. Hosted on Ac...

244 TPS How to Gain the Attention of a VIP

28 Mar 2014

Contributed by Lukas

How do you impress a VIP who doesn’t know you from a hole in the wall? The Public Speaker offers 8 tips to help you network more effectively and get...

243 TPS 10 Things I Wish I Had Known About Twitter

21 Mar 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Happy birthday Twitter! The Public Speaker tells us 10 things she wishes she had known about Twitter from the beginning. It’s not too late to join ...

242 TPS 7 Speech Tips for the Procrastinator

14 Mar 2014

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve got a speech to give, but you’ve procrastinated. Not to worry, the Public Speaker tells you how to give a great presentation even if you wa...

241 TPS Why Jared Leto Had the Best Oscar Acceptance Speech

06 Mar 2014

Contributed by Lukas

We can learn a lot about public speaking by watching The Oscars. The Public Speaker reviews Jared Leto’s Oscar acceptance speech and explains why it...

240 TPS How to Get a WOW (Not a Scowl) from Kids (Part 2)

28 Feb 2014

Contributed by Lukas

The Public Speaker takes another look at speaking to an audience of children. Here are 10 more tips for keeping a school-age audience engaged. Hosted ...

239 TPS How to Get a Wow (Not a Scowl) from Kids (Part 1)

21 Feb 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Speaking to a group of children is not the same as speaking to a group of adults. The Public Speaker gives tips to help you engage some of the most di...

238 TPS The Social Media Gender Gap (Part 2)

14 Feb 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Men and women use social media differently. In Part 2 of this series, The Public Speaker explains how we can learn from each other and get better at p...

237 TPS The Social Media Gender Gap (Part 1)

07 Feb 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Men and women use social media differently. The Public Speaker explains how we can learn from each other and get better at promoting ourselves and bui...

236 TPS 5 1/2 Public Speaking Lessons from the Golden Globes

31 Jan 2014

Contributed by Lukas

This year’s Golden Globes were ripe with teachable moments for public speakers. The The Public Speaker shares 5 1/2 lessons from this year's awards ...

235 TPS Can I Use Profanity in a Speech or Podcast? (Part 2)

24 Jan 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Swearing can be persuasive if you do it right. The Public Speaker explores how profanity can be used effectively. Download your FREE report, "7 E...

234 TPS Can I Use Profanity in a Speech or Podcast? (Part 1)

17 Jan 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Swearing in a podcast or during a speech -- does it help get your point across or just alienate your audience? It's not so simple. The Public Speaker ...

233 TPS Top 10 Countdown: Best Episodes of 2013

10 Jan 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s start the new year by reviewing the top 10 Public Speaker podcast episodes of the past year. Which communication tips made the biggest impact ...

232 TPS Make Better Introductions and Remember Names (Part 2)

27 Dec 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Making introductions is hard. Remembering names is even harder. In Part 2 of this series, the Public Speaker shares her 5 secrets for always rememberi...

230 TPS 7 Tips for Great Sit-Down Presentations

13 Dec 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Not all presentations are given standing up. Whether it’s an interview, a power lunch, or a team meeting, following these 7 tips will help you make ...

229 TPS 7 Ways to Kill Your Sales Deal

06 Dec 2013

Contributed by Lukas

You need to sell your business or product, but you’ve got a lot of competition. The Public Speaker outlines 7 mistakes you can make that kill the de...

176 TPS How to Write Letters of Recommendation

29 Nov 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Strong letters of recommendation reflect on you and the candidate. Learn how to write a recommendation that gets noticed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

228 TPS 7 Trends in Public Speaking and Presentations (Part 2)

22 Nov 2013

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 2 of this series on the latest trends in presentations, The Public Speaker digs into the latest trends in presentation technology. To learn m...

227 TPS 7 Trends in Public Speaking and Presentations (Part 1)

15 Nov 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Presentations have changed a lot since the age of suits in the boardroom and Windows 97 clip art. Make sure your presentation is up to date. The Publi...

226 TPS Is it Possible to Be Less Intelligent in Group Settings? (Part 2)

08 Nov 2013

Contributed by Lukas

What can you do to feel more comfortable speaking in a group setting? The Public Speaker has 6 tips to be more confident and participate in group disc...

083 TPS The Rule of Three to Communicate Better

31 Oct 2013

Contributed by Lukas

What is the Rule of Three? What are some examples? How can YOU use it to be more effective in your communication? Questions go to publicspeaker@quicka...

225 TPS Is it Possible to Be Less Intelligent In Group Settings? (Part 1)

24 Oct 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Can our minds truly go blank? Why do even the most intelligent people seem dumber in a small group situation? The Public Speaker talks about the scien...

224 TPS Presentation Disasters: What to Do When Things Go Wrong

17 Oct 2013

Contributed by Lukas

The Public Speaker gives practical tips for 4 common public speaking disasters. Read about how to recover and move on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

223 TPS 3 Secrets Radio Personalities Don't Want You to Know

10 Oct 2013

Contributed by Lukas

The Public Speaker, Lisa B. Marshall, talka with radio personality Jeff Brown, host of Read to Lead Podcast, to learn the 3 secrets of success radio p...

222 TPS 5 Tips for Better Conversations

03 Oct 2013

Contributed by Lukas

The Public Speaker answers a listener question about the 5 best tips for making conversation with strangers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

221 TPS How to Use Video and Sound to Support Your Message

26 Sep 2013

Contributed by Lukas

The use of video and sound in a presentation is a smart way to connect more deeply with your audience. The Public Speaker explains how and when to use...

220 TPS How to Stop Mumbling and Be Heard

19 Sep 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Mumblers are often overlooked at work and lack credibility. The Public Speaker has 8 tips and exercises to help you quit the mumbling habit for good. ...

219 TPS Why You Mumble (and Why You Need to Stop!)

12 Sep 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Mumblers are often overlooked at work and lack credibility. The Public Speaker explains why people mumble and why clear, articulate communication is i...

218 TPS Why Soft Skills Matter More

05 Sep 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Successful companies value soft skills over hard skills. The Public Speaker explains why soft skills matter and how to develop them. Find out why Dan ...

217 TPS How Warren Buffett Conquered His Fear of Public Speaking

29 Aug 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Guest author and communication expert Carmine Gallo has the 3 tricks that billionaire Warren Buffet used to conquer his fear of public speaking - and ...

216 TPS How to Ask for Gift Donations

23 Aug 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Does soliciting money for group gift donations make you uncomfortable? The Public Speaker explains why some people choose not to give and how you can...

215 TPS How to Lead a Guided Tour

14 Aug 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Leading a guided tour is a lot like speaking to a crowd. The Public Speaker has do's and don'ts on how to communicate and engage with your audience du...

214 TPS How to Give a Horrible Presentation

08 Aug 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Preparation and practice are key elements for delivering a strong presentation. In this “opposite” episode, Lisa B. Marshall reviews her top publi...

213 TPS How to Speak to a Non-Native English Speaking Audience

31 Jul 2013

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s global economy, there’s a good chance you’ll have to speak in front of audience of non-native English speakers. How can you speak so ...

212 TPS Do You Have a Radio Voice?

25 Jul 2013

Contributed by Lukas

How can you improve your public speaking skills, but still sound like “you”? The Public Speaker shares tips from David Candow, The Host Whisperer,...

211 TPS Ten Tips for Dynamic Press Conferences

16 Jul 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Holding a press conference is a great way to get your message out to a wide audience. Lisa B. Marshall shares her top 10 tips to get your message acro...

210 TPS How to Prepare and Deliver Media Interviews (Part 2)

11 Jul 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Have you been asked to do a media appearance? The Public Speaker, Lisa B. Marshall, provides more tips for doing better interviews. Listen to these ti...

209 TPS How to Prepare and Deliver Media Interviews (Part 1)

04 Jul 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Have you been asked to do a media interview? The Public Speaker provides tips for being a great interviewee. Listen to these tips to start interviewin...

208 TPS How to Use Quora to Build Your Brand (Part 2)

20 Jun 2013

Contributed by Lukas

What are the most effective methods for answering questions on Quora? A good story, evidence to prove your point, and the single most popular method o...

207 TPS How to Use Quora to Build Your Brand (Part 1)

13 Jun 2013

Contributed by Lukas

How can you be like Mark Zuckerburg and Ashton Kutcher? Use Quora to share your expertise. Lisa B. Marshall explains how to use Quora to build your br...

144 TPS How to Boost Your Brand At Work

30 May 2013

Contributed by Lukas

3 steps to develop and fine-tune your personal brand. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

205 TPS The Power of Visualization (Part 2)

23 May 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Public speakers, performers, and athletes use visualization to improve performance and relieve anxiety. The Public Speaker, Lisa B. Marshall,offers pr...

204 TPS The Power of Visualization (Part 1)

16 May 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Oprah does it. Jim Carrey does it. Even Olympic medal winners do it. Lisa B. Marshall explains the power of visualization. Learn what visualization re...

203 TPS How to Create a Podcast (Part 3)

09 May 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Podcasting is more popular than ever. Technology has made it so simple to access podcast content that you can listen from anywhere at any time. Get mo...

202 TPS How to Create a Podcast (Part 2)

02 May 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Podcasting is more popular than ever. Get tips from The Public Speaker, Lisa B. Marshall, for expanding your reach with podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See...

201 TPS How to Create a Podcast

25 Apr 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Podcasting is more popular than ever. Technology has made it so simple to access podcast content that you can listen from anywhere at any time. Get ti...

200 TPS Be Your Own Public Speaking Coach

18 Apr 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Even if you're a veteran public speaker, there's always room for improvement. The Public Speaker has tips on how to coach yourself to improve your pre...

199 TPS How to Make an Acceptance Speech

11 Apr 2013

Contributed by Lukas

If you are great at what you do, chances are you may be given an award. The Public Speaker has great tips for making a memorable acceptance speech. Ho...

198 TPS How to Conduct a Media Interview Like a Pro

04 Apr 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Interviewing experts in your field of interest is a great way to draw readers to your blog. The Public Speaker offers 10 tips to help you conduct an i...

197 TPS 10 Ways to Annoy Your Colleagues with Email

28 Mar 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Do you follow proper email etiquette? Find out how to communicate better in email. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

196 TPS Ebonics, Standard English, and Public Speaking (Part 2)

21 Mar 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Many African-American children learn to speak African American Vernacular English (AAVE) at home. The Public Speaker explains that there's a time and ...

194 TPS Ebonics, Standard English, and Public Speaking (Part 1)

08 Mar 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Many African-American children learn to African American language at home, but should they be using Standard English in the classroom? The Public Spea...

192 TPS Baby Boomers' Guide to Working with Generation Y

21 Feb 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Baby Boomers can learn to develop and mentor Generation Y talent with a little extra care and flexibility. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...

191 TPS 5 Things I Learned from the Public Speaker

14 Feb 2013

Contributed by Lukas

You don't have to say no to public speaking. Lisa B. Marshall's tips on public speaking will put even an amateur at ease. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

190 TPS (Mis) perceptions of Generation Y in the Workplace (Part 2)

07 Feb 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Generation Y has been stereotyped as entitled, coddled, demanding, and dependent. How we change these perceptions? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...

189 TPS (Mis) perceptions of Generation Y in the Workplace (Part 1)

31 Jan 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Generation Y has been stereotyped as entitled, coddled, demanding, and dependent. But how did these perceptions come about and do they really fit? Hos...

188 TPS The Secret of Charisma

24 Jan 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Think charisma and charm are intangible qualities that only a select few are born with? That's a myth! Charisma can be developed. Here's how. Hosted o...

187 TPS How to Create and Use Figures of Speech Pt.2

17 Jan 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Make your messages more vivid, more memorable, and trigger emotional responses using anaphora, antithesis, and chiasmus. This is Part 2 of a joint ser...

184 TPS Case Study: The Right Way Network When Job Searching

27 Dec 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Networking when you're unemployed can feel like groveling. Learn how to connect the right way to land your dream job. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

183 TPS 4 Tips to Persuade and Influence Your Community

20 Dec 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Do you need to influence people in your community to get involved or to persuade someone to see your point of view? Lisa B. Marshall, The Public Speak...

181 TPS How to Talk About Getting Fired? (Part 2)

06 Dec 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Were you fired? Not sure how to answer why you left your last position? The Public Speaker tells you exactly what to say and how to say it. Hosted on ...

180 TPS How to Talk About Getting Fired (Part 1)

29 Nov 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Were you fired or let go from your previous job? Not sure how to answer why you left your last position? The Public Speaker tells you how. Hosted on A...

179 TPS 3 Tips for Nailing Your Board Presentation (Part 2)

22 Nov 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Board meeting presentations are golden opportunities for executives to demonstrate their credentials as business leaders. Learn 3 more tips for making...

134 TPS What is Business Diplomacy?

15 Nov 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to use diplomatic communication to your advantage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

178 TPS 3 Tips for Nailing Your Board Presentation (Part 1)

08 Nov 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Making a presentation to the board of directors can significantly impact your career. Learn 3 tips for making an effective board presentation. Hosted ...

177 TPS How to Introduce Yourself To a Class or a Group

01 Nov 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Introductions can cause quite a bit of anxiety. Get an education on how to comfortable and effectively deliver a self-introduction. Hosted on Acast. S...

175 TPS How to End a Persuasive Speech

18 Oct 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Strong closing lines are important if you want your audience to take action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

174 TPS More on How to Improve Your Listening Skills

11 Oct 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Millions of dollars worth of mistakes happen just because people often don't listen well. Learn time-tested techniques to practice effective listening...

173 TPS Time-Tested Principles of Success

04 Oct 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Success is inherent in all of us, and yet we often find it difficult to attain. The Public Speaker has 3 time-tested principles of success from wester...

172 TPS How To Introduce Yourself In a Meeting

27 Sep 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Introductions seem so simple, yet many of us get nervous and stumble after hearing the word, "Can you introduce yourself?". The Public Speak...

171 TPS The Perfect LinkedIn Recommendation - Example

20 Sep 2012

Contributed by Lukas

LinkedIn recommendations are becoming more and more common-as are the requests to write them. Follow The Public Speaker's example to write a solid Lin...

170 TPS How Strong Is Your Team? Part 2

13 Sep 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Every player on the team is important and necessary in order to achieve success. The Public Speaker explains work team roles and how developing the st...

169 TPS How Strong Is Your Team? Part 1

06 Sep 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Every player on the team is important and necessary in order to achieve success. The Public Speaker explains work team roles and how developing the st...

062 TPS Effective Listening Skills

23 Aug 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Questions go to [email protected]. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

167 TPS Four Tips for Better Subject Lines

16 Aug 2012

Contributed by Lukas

How to increase your email open rate by writing better subject lines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.