If you've considered why a firm pays big bucks for a motivational speaker, it's because this person inspires people to improve their performance. In a small business, you might not be able to afford ...

Estimates of people with fear of public speaking range as high as 75 percent. Breathing techniques can relax the mind and ...

REDSTONE ARSENAL -- When you stand at a podium in front of an anticipating audience does your heart race? Do your hands get clammy? Does your voice shake? For many, public speaking is a source of ...

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Back in my freshman year, I remember questioning why we were required to take a public speaking seminar. How hard can it really be to get up in front of the class and tell your story? Really, really ...

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella believes that there are two types of people: know-it-alls and learn-it-alls. The latter have a growth mindset, always striving to learn more and do better. Having a growth ...

Do you suffer from glossophobia? You may be unfamiliar with the term, but if you’re one of the 25 percent of Americans who have a fear of public speaking, you can safely answer “yes” to that question.

Danish Dhamani was painfully self-aware of his accent when he arrived in the U.S. four years ago. Born in Pakistan and raised in Tanzania, Dhamani was riddled with anxiety at the thought of speaking ...

Speaking in professional environments can be daunting, especially for beginners in the workforce. At the same time, you can be further into your career but uncomfortable starting at a new company.