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- ***Embracing Authenticity: Who Are You Able to Be In Front of Others? - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2009 from Sandra ZimmerThere is something about public speaking, expressing oneself in groups, presenting or performing that triggers many people’s desire to look perfect. It seems we just can’t give ourselves permission to be imperfect and…. well, human. When we don’t feel safe to be genuinely who we are in front ...
Views: 2257 - ***Turning Anxiety into Excitement: A Tip for Stage Fright, Fear of Public Speaking or General Anxiety - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerHuman emotional energy either contracts or expands. When your energy is contracting, you feel negative emotions such as fear and anxiety, anger and sadness. But when your energy is expanding, you feel positive emotions like excitement, joy, love and power. In this article, I’ll focus on ...
Views: 3647 - ***Networking For Introverts: How To Make Connection In A Crowded Room Of Strangers - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerPeople who are introverts or highly sensitive have special abilities that are valuable in networking events, group meetings and social settings. However, they often try to imitate the networking styles of extroverts instead of developing methods more suitable to their own sensibilities. ...
Views: 2773(3 votes) - ***A Deeper Communication Tip: Connection, Chemistry & Charisma - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerMuch of communication training focuses on formulas for specific words to say that may seem mechanical and feel inauthentic to the speaker or the listener. What is often missing from communication techniques is the magic of connectedness. Connection and its richer cousins, chemistry and ...
Views: 2922 - ***Want To Be More Attractive? Exude Charisma? Express Yourself! - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerOne of the healthiest things you can do for yourself is self-expression. People who express themselves fully are healthier, happier, more confident and energetic, and much more attractive. That’s because expression of your inner thoughts and feelings releases negativity from your body and ...
Views: 2975 - Connective Presence – Three Steps To Being at Home in Front of Groups - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerNot everyone has severe stage fright or fear of public speaking. Many people tell me the first few minutes of a talk or speech are filled with tension and anxiety. But, they say that once they get past the first five or ten minutes, they feel OK. When I ask them to evaluate what happens in ...
Views: 2117 - The Power Of Receptive Connection - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerConnection is a two-way exchange of attention and energy. It is an inner freedom to give attention to others and receive attention from others. When you actually connect, you experience an exchange of psychophysical energy that feels good emotionally and physically. The reason connection ...
Views: 1933 - Acting Techniques for Professional Presence - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerIf all the world's a stage, it's no wonder those with performing arts backgrounds do so well in non-theater jobs like lawyer, engineer, architect, marketer, educator or business executive. And it's no coincidence that many businesspeople are turning to acting classes to help build self ...
Views: 2195 - Art of Persuasion - Joining Up - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerMonte Roberts is the Horse Whisperer. He trains wild horses in a few hours by “joining up” with them. Instead of breaking the horses by force, he works with the natural inclinations of each horse. He holds a conversation with the horse, taking the animal through a set of steps ...
Views: 2286 - How To Say A Few Words When You Are Not Prepared - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerSpeaking in groups and meetings is an essential skill for every business professional. You are expected to be able to share your ideas, expertise and experience to contribute to your company’s success. If you can’t speak up and speak out, you hit a glass ceiling past which you ...
Views: 2795 - TRANSFORM STAGE FRIGHT INTO MAGNETIC PRESENCE - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerThose of you who have the most stage fright have the potential to be the most impactful speakers, because you have the feelings! Your feelings are up to the surface where they can be used to create a genuine emotional connection with the audience. You can not think away your feelings, deny them ...
Views: 2133 - ***Develop The Power Of Presence To Compel Attention When You Speak In Groups - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerEveryone is talking about the secret of the law of attraction to draw the things you want into your life. I want to talk about a different power of attraction – the power of presence to compel attention when you speak in groups or in front of others. This power of attraction is the ...
Views: 2304 - Develop your Authentic Public Speaking Style - Seven Tips - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerWhen it comes to speaking, presenting or performing, each of us must decide how we are going to present ourselves to the world. We might each ask ourselves, “Will I create an image I think my audience will approve or will I risk presenting myself as I authentically am?” This ...
Views: 2941 - ***Transform Stage Fright Into Authentic Presence - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerThose of you who have the most stage fright or fear of public speaking have the potential to be the most impactful speakers or performers, because you have the feelings! Your feelings are up to the surface where they can be used to create a genuine emotional connection with the audience. You can ...
Views: 2860 - ***There Is Only One Audience In The World: How To Create A Supportive Audience - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerMy public speaking students ask, “What if I speak to an audience that is hostile? How do I deal with that?” This question usually comes up after they have transformed a great deal of stage fright and are feeling very comfortable at the center of attention in their class group. The implication of ...
Views: 1233(2 votes) - Express, Communicate & Get Connected - by Submitted on May 07, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerThe root of all unhappiness is disconnection from self and from others. Human beings are wired for connection. When we are connected, we are wild with joy. We are filled with spiritual juice and life works magically. If you want more connection to yourself and to others, try practicing ...
Views: 1034 - Attack the System, not the Person - A Leadership Communication Concept - by Submitted on May 07, 2008 from Sandra ZimmerI like to get what I want and I also like to empower other people. When I can do both at the same time, I am really happy! One of my favorite core concepts for leadership communication is what I call “attack the system, not the person.” When you are frustrated because you are ...
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