“OUCH!” Winning Speech, One Box at a Time Too many people, when putting a presentation together, try to write the whole thing out. If you use slide presentations, you know the crutch of creating a slideshow by taking an old one, and just “tweaking” it. Guilty? I know I am. A brilliant presentation is clean, [...]

As I waited my turn to take the stage, every fiber in my body started to vibrate. And then my name was called and my world shifted into slow motion. I stepped onstage. I could see nothing past the blinding lights. But I could hear the audience. And I started to visibly shake. Have you [...]

Have you ever watched a presentation, and noticed that something just didn’t seem authentic? Ever received feedback from someone that sounded good, made logical sense, but just felt awkward when you delivered it? I’ve known many people over the years who have been coached or taken to heart coaching advice from unqualified coaches. People mean [...]

Overwhelmed with speech feedback? How do you know what to apply and what to discard? Knowing the difference makes ALL the difference! CLICK TO PLAY! Check out: World Champions EDGE!

How do you filter feedback that you get from your audience? Whether you’re giving a professional speech, doing a slideshow presentation for co-workers, or in a speech contest — feedback is the most important part of preparation. Make no mistake…

What are you competitive at? What are you really trying to do? Is your focus on “the winning” or on being your personal best? I just read a blog by someone who thought the World Championships of Public Speaking was a waste of everyone’s time. For me personally, the experience brought out my character. The [...]

PART I PART II We all need to practice what we preach! Do you video tape yourself when you speak? Stage time, Darren LaCroix 2001 Wold Champion of Public Speaking

Most speakers don’t. The ones that do are the ones who are serious about their career and passionate about their message. Here is why a CEO says having a coach is a “no brainer”! Couldn’t have said it better myself! Stage time, Darren LaCroix, 2001 World Champion of Public Speaking

Darren LaCroix, 2001 World Champion of Public Speaking

Darren LaCroix, 2001 World Champion of Public Speaking