A recent visit to see The Devil Wears Prada musical got me thinking about what leaders and presenters can learn from stage performers to enhance their public speaking. In this post I share three things to think about next time you find yourself in front of an audience.

We’re often told to ‘just be yourself’ but this advice can create an internal conflict and sometimes means we don’t necessarily present the best version of ourselves in those important moments. This post explores how you can adapt your approach for the best outcome without losing the essence of who you are.

Talking fast when presenting is surprisingly common. But it can undermine your credibility as well as impact the audience’s understanding of your message. In this post, I look at why people speak too quickly and share tips on how to slow down for more impact.

How superstitious are you, and do you think it affects your public speaking? Even if you think you’re not superstitious, this post will help you to identity where your beliefs and stories might be negatively impacting your presentations.

If you’re highly capable, knowledgeable and conscientious, there’s a good chance you could be overwhelming your audience with details they don’t understand. This post provides tips to help you present complex information with confidence, clarity and influence.

Many people have a fear of their mind going blank when asked a question after a presentation, and it can cause more stress than the actual presentation! In this post I share some practical, reliable ways to help manage the Q&A when adrenaline is high or you’re worried about being put on the spot…

Have you ever found yourself trying to get the attention of an audience who are busy talking with each other? The worst thing you can do is wave your arms and yell ‘Shhhh’! In this post I share the most effective techniques used by professional MCs, facilitators and speakers to manage a lively crowd.

A well-structured presentation helps your audience to follow your message, stay engaged and remember what you’ve said. In this post, I share nine tried-and-tested presentation structures, including my all-time favourite (and arguably the only framework you’ll ever need!)

If you’re someone who goes red (blushes) when presenting, it can really rock your confidence. While you can’t always stop it entirely, you can reduce it significantly and manage how much it affects you. Read this article to find out how…

Back in 2008 I wrote, produced, promoted and performed a one-woman play at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. As the 2025 Fringe comes to an end, in this post, I reflect on the experience and the lessons learned that I now apply in my business.