by Rob Cottingham | Apr 11, 2019 | LCWRC, Podcast, Speaking, Speechwriting
When you treat your voice as an instrument (and not an afterthought!) great things happen to your speeches… and to your audiences. This episode we break down three powerful vocal tools: pitch, pace and volume.
by Rob Cottingham | Apr 9, 2019 | LCWRC, Podcast, Speaking, Speechwriting
For once, the conventional wisdom has it right: eye contact with your audience is powerful. Here’s how to put it to work for you — even when you have to read your speech from the page.
by Rob Cottingham | Apr 4, 2019 | LCWRC, Podcast, Speaking, Speechwriting
Roll up your sleeves… because this episode we talk about the tools of the public speaking trade. And one tool in particular: your microphone.
by Rob Cottingham | Apr 2, 2019 | LCWRC, Podcast, Speaking, Speechwriting
Maybe this isn’t going to be a virtuoso performance. But it can still be a really good one. Here’s how to lift a speech from the page when you only have a few minutes to prepare.
by Rob Cottingham | Mar 28, 2019 | LCWRC, Podcast, Speaking, Speechwriting
Think rehearsal and preparation kill your spontaneity? This episode could change your mind — by showing you how rehearsal actually frees you to make spontaneous choices in the moment. Tips, techniques… and an excuse to use coloured highlighters. What more could you ask from a podcast?
by Rob Cottingham | Mar 26, 2019 | LCWRC, Podcast, Speaking, Speechwriting
This episode, we pivot from speechwriting to speaking itself. And we start with the single biggest way most speakers can level up: authentic performance.