by Rob Cottingham | Mar 16, 2021 | LCWRC, Podcast, Speaking, Speechwriting
Mispronouncing someone’s name from the stage is a lot more than a minor screwup. Here’s why speakers should never go to the mic without knowing how to pronounce every name they mention correctly — and why speechwriters should never let them do it.
by Rob Cottingham | Feb 25, 2021 | Speaking, Speechwriting
Last November, the BC Federation of Labour held its first-ever online convention. The response from our hundreds of delegates was overwhelmingly positive, and we learned plenty. I always keep my eyes peeled for things that make online speeches and presentations work...
by Rob Cottingham | Oct 4, 2020 | LCWRC, Podcast, Speaking, Speechwriting
When you’re speaking via video, you want to keep things short. Here’s how to embrace short, even when you’re scheduled to run long.
by Rob Cottingham | Sep 22, 2020 | LCWRC, Podcast, Speaking, Speechwriting
If you’re spending all day in Zoom meetings, then it’s easy to think that speaking by video automatically means showing your head and shoulders… and nothing else. Let’s talk about what you (and your audience) are missing by not letting the rest of your body get in on the act. (The bad news? You’re gonna need to start wearing pants again.)
by Rob Cottingham | Sep 8, 2020 | LCWRC, Podcast, Speaking, Speechwriting
Presenting remotely? You need to bring more energy to your speaking style when your audience is at home in front of their screens. Find out why… and how.
by Rob Cottingham | Apr 30, 2020 | LCWRC, Podcast, Speaking, Speechwriting
This time, we look at how the technology visionaries at Mozilla are making the pivot from face-to-face leadership communications to virtual channels. We’re joined by Justin O’Kelly, Mozilla’s senior executive communications manager.