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Speak to Be Remembered melody nonverbal communication pace paralanguage pitch the 5 building blocks tone quality volume Jun 13, 2024

Ever wondered why some speeches stick with you long after they've ended, while others fade away? The secret isn't in the words themselves—it's in how they're delivered.

As Maya Angelou...

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Engage the Senses: Make Your Stories Come Alive nonverbal communication opening statement senses storytelling Jun 11, 2024

As you seek to connect with your audience and to engage them in compelling ways, you must not ignore the opportunity to appeal to their SENSES.

Often your case facts and story details are not...

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Captivate and Engage: The Power of Varied Vocal Timbres full spectrum voice timbre tone quality Jun 04, 2024

First, let's get past the funny word. 

I know you want to say TIM-BRAY, but it's pronounced TAM-BER. We have the French to thank.

So, what does it mean?

Well, the dictionary says...

"The...

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Building Rapport with Jurors: Three Essential Tips 7 habits of highly effective people attentive listeners nonverbal communication types of listeners May 01, 2024

Cultivating a connection with jurors can be challenging, especially given the stress and anxiety they often experience. However, when you encounter an Attentive Listener—a juror who actively...

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Capture Their Attention: 4 Proven Techniques 7 habits of highly effective people neuroscience nonverbal communication selective listeners types of listeners Apr 25, 2024

Have you ever faced a room full of blank stares, wondering if anyone is really listening? You're not alone. Sometimes the issue isn't with your delivery but with your audience, particularly if you...

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The Key to Keeping Your Jury on Track 7 habits of highly effective people pretend listener types of listeners Apr 17, 2024

Are Your Jurors Really Paying Attention?

It might look like your jurors are focused, but appearances can be deceiving. They may just be pretending or being polite. The real challenge lies in...

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Engaging the Jury: 5 Types of Listeners 7 habits of highly effective people types of listeners Apr 03, 2024

Have you ever thought about how people listen? If you’ve ever been in a jury selection, you’ll know that not everyone is on the same page.

Stephen R. Covey, in his classic The 7...

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Mastering Your Trial Voice: The Power of Self-Assessment filler words practice public speaking Mar 27, 2024

You’re gonna hate this... at first.

I challenge you to react with curiosity instead of judgment when you hear yourself on playback.

It’s not bad. It’s just different than what...

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Breathe Easy: 3 Tips to Enhance Your Speaking Confidence breathwork pause Mar 20, 2024

Public speaking can be nerve-wracking, but what if you could calm those jitters with something as simple as breathing?

Yes, you heard it right!

Mastering your breath can significantly enhance your...

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The Secret Power of Public Speaking: The Pause breathwork pause Mar 13, 2024

Public speaking can be a daunting task, but there's a secret tool that can make your speech more impactful: the pause.

While it might feel like an eternity of awkward silence, the reality is that...

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The Ultimate Practice Tips to Speak Confidently filler words opening statement practice public speaking Mar 06, 2024

The pressure is on. All eyes are on you. Your mind races.

“Am I ready?”

You may be missing a key part of your preparation if you’re not doing these...

Clarify Key Points

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This is the Secret to Confident Public Speaking breathwork confidence pause public speaking self awareness Feb 28, 2024

Public speaking can be daunting. The butterflies in your stomach, the racing mind, and the dreaded filler words—"Um... Uh..." can make anyone anxious. But fear not! With the right strategies,...

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