Whether it’s in a meeting, conversation, presentation, interview or a speech…much like this quote, when we move inside and learn how to internalize our message, and speak from that place -
Our Attention Spans are Shorter than Ever...Here's How to be Heard
How to Feel Confident: Segment from The World's First Podcast
I was recently on The World’s First Podcast with Erin and Sara Foster. We talked about how to be confident in your own voice and many topics relating to public speaking including how to calm nerves, how to speak in front of a group, techniques for impromptu speaking situations, leaning into your vulnerability and much more.
Leadership Skills that Build Connection
What do you do when you’re in the middle of a presentation and the lights go out?
Our Clients Speak...
Reminder: Good Public Speaking and Communication Skills are Important
There is great wisdom here and in focusing on finding work/career that is meaningful and that one enjoys.
Warren Buffett also recognizes the importance of improving one’s speaking and communication skills.
“Now, you can improve your value by 50% just by learning communication skills - public speaking.”
-Warren Buffett
Public Speaking Tip of the Day!
Feeling Inspired By Barbara Corcoran's Letter About How She Turned a "No" Into a "Yes" and Became a Shark on Shark Tank
At a time when many people are in search of career opportunities, never underestimate taking a creative approach in the job search process.
Barbara Corcoran gives us the best example of just that.
"Calling Nola Beldegreen" An Article from 06880
Sharpen Your People Skills
One of the most important skills we can carry with us in both our personal and professional lives is our people skills. These are the skills that make people feel something when we speak to them. They connect us in a world that is riddled with disconnect, virtual this and virtual that. Our modern day isn’t bad, but it certainly doesn’t help us hone the interpersonal skillset that makes up the fabric of our interactions at every turn.
The Easy Trick to Stepping Up Your Public Speaking Game
Use Storytelling to Overcome Speaking Anxiety
Read a Recent Testimonial from Our Clients
Nola is an amazing public speaking coach! I just gave the best presentation I've ever given to over 200 people in person last week. I received many compliments. Not only did Nola help me with structuring my speech, but she also taught me many speech techniques that can help engage the audience and make me sound more confident in my presentation.
Take 4 Minutes and Watch This...
If you’re looking for a little inspiration on the speaking front - take a look at the attached.
This is worth listening to and and a good use of four minutes.
Jennifer Coolidge's (Best Supporting Actress Award) speech is a winner in and of itself.
Her acceptance speech is heartfelt, funny and authentic. She thoughtfully acknowledges key people of importance - all with flawless timing.
There are many takeaways here.
On the job front, Jennifer thanks the people that continually gave her work (for 20 years) and how each job kept leading to the next opportunity and then to the next.
And there’s gratitude for those that kept recognizing her talent and giving her that next role, the next opportunity.
Whether we’re employed or looking for our next role, all of the jobs and all of our experiences bring us to our next role until one day, we arrive with the right team and opportunity where we get our starring role, however we choose to define it.
I like to listen to people that inspire. Jennifer does just that in this speech.
Our Clients Speak...
At Nola Speaks, we are the behind-the-scenes experts on building confident communicators. We work 1:1 with our clients. Your success is what we do best!
Are you preparing for a presentation, speech, or meeting? Would you like to feel more confident about your speaking, delivery, and content? We can help.
Please feel free to reach out with your questions and interests. We look forward to speaking with you.
From one of our clients:
"...If you want to improve your public speaking, then Nola Beldegreen will help you find your voice. I recently had to prepare a TedX style speech in London which could not have gone better thanks to Nola. Her calming presence made me feel confident and capable. Nola’s stye is unique and personalized. Like a good coach should, Nola allowed me to take the lead so that my personality and words shined. Nola just simply brings out the best in her clients. The lessons I learned I will carry with me throughout my career and into my personal life. I am truly grateful for my experience and time with Nola." - Nola Speaks Client
