The uncertainty brought on by difficult experiences triggers fear in our brains. From an evolutionary perspective, this has helped our...

Students and executives arrive in my classes and workshops with a desire to improve their communication skills. Without exception...

When I was in college I read a book titled, “Write It Down, Make It Happen.” The book prompted me to begin writing down my goals, and I...

by Pablo Neruda Now we will count to twelve and we will all keep still. For once on the face of the earth let’s not speak in any...

One of the primary reasons so many people fear public speaking is they are uncertain about how the audience will respond to their...

During my early childhood I learned the value of offering hospitality to others. When we hosted family from out of town, I helped prepare...

When given the opportunity to present our ideas, we all want to perform well, and most of us have heard public speaking advice that...

About ten years ago I recall meeting a student of mine for lunch on campus. He was standing outside the dining hall and looking at his...

When Edwin Budding patented his idea for the lawnmower in 1830, he never imagined his invention would serve as a defining moment for the...

Young people have a sea of college advice available from friends, family, websites, and “expert” coaches. But conventional advice seems...