A powerful introduction is the cornerstone of any impactful speech. Knowing how to start a speech effectively can determine whether your audience stays engaged or tunes out. Whether you’re addressing ...

I'm a public-speaking expert, and I've trained many executives and senior teams. I tell all of them to stop starting work presentations with a salutation or a "hello." Instead, you should engage your ...

You’ve probably heard this before: most people’s biggest fear, even over the fear of death, is giving a speech. But public speaking rears its head in so many ways that mastering the art of delivery is ...

First impressions matter, and this is certainly true when you give a presentation. To get off on the right foot, try posing an intellectual question to engage your audience and get them thinking. We ...

An intelligent scientist taught me a fundamental rule of persuasion. I apply the rule to my keynote speeches and teach the concept to CEOs, entrepreneurs, and graduate-level students at Harvard. The ...