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The District Leadership Team has been working hard on raising awareness in the media for Toastmasters International. Our articles are written by members of Toastmasters UK & Ireland.

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2022

Chris Arning – On Liz Truss’s Speaking Style vs Boris Johnson

in the Daily Mirror https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/politics/liz-truss-voice-transformed-rose-27920028

Online Readership: 25,490,000 pm.

in the Daily Express https://www.express.co.uk/comment/expresscomment/1665870/Liz-Truss-speaking-style-speech-wooden-boris-johnson-prime-minst

Online readership: 39, 618, 314 pm

in the Daily Mirror https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/politics/speech-expert-compares-bumbling-blarney-27928158

Online Readership: 25,490,000 pm

Andrew P Bennett – Use Your Breath to Become More Expressive When Public Speaking

in the NetworkShe (Readership: 18k pm).
in the Kent Business Radio (Readership: 178k per week).
in the Indezine (Readership: 380k pm).
in the LID Publishing (Readership: 22k pm).
in the Business Leader (Readership: 120k pm).

Pamela Odukoya – Top tips for aspiring leaders

in the NetworkShe (Readership: 18k pm).
in the Startacus (Readership: 15k pm).
in the Kent Business Radio (Readership: 178k per week).
in the Indezine (Readership: 380k pm).
in the LID Publishing (Readership: 22k pm).
in the Family Friendly Working (Readership: 10k+).
in the BPP Media (Readership: 68k pm).
in the HR Director (Readership 69.2k pm).
in the Business in the News (Readership: 17,752 pm).
in the NE Connected (Readership: 266k pm).

Marcus Grodentz – How to get ahead by standing out

in the Kent Business Radio (Readership: 178k per week).
in the Siliconrepublic.com (Readership: 500k).
in the Indezine (Readership: 380k pm).
in the NetworkShe (Readership: 18k pm).
in the Tech Jobs.
in the LID Publishing (Readership: 22k pm).
in the HR Directors (Readership: 69.2k pm).
in the Business in the News (Readership: 17,752 pm).
in the NE Connected (Readership: 266k pm).
in the Executive Support Magazine, June/July edition, pages 37-38 (Readership: 15k).

Three inspiring stories to change the way you feel about public speaking, Riverside Communicators feat. Errol Williamson, Kellie McCord, Sonia Aste

in the West London Living

Marcus Grodentz – How to Elevate Yourself from an Average Speaker to an Engaging Speaker

in the Your Coffee Break (Readership: 130k pm).
in the Startacus (Readership: 15k pm).
in the Indezine (Readership: 380k pm).
in the Barrister magazine (quarterly Readership 7.5k)
in the Kent Business Radio (Readership: 178k per week).
in The Business Post, South West Edition, pages 54-55 (Readership: 68k pm).
in the NE Connected (Readership: 266k pm).
in the Business in the News (Readership: 17,752 pm).
in the Family Friendly Working (Readership: 10k+).

2021

Dan Magill – How to Use Vocal Variety to Add Heart to Your Presentations

in the Startacus (Readership: 15k pm).
in the Indezine (Readership: 380k pm).
in the Kent Business Radio (Readership: 178k per week).
in the LID Publishing (Readership: 22k pm).
in the Family Friendly Working (Readership: 10k+ pm).
in the Business in the News (Readership: 17,752 pm).
in the NE Connected (Readership: 266k pm).
in the The Successful Founder (former name Entrepreneur & Investor. Readership: 160k pm)
in the Spring issue of FQ Magazine, pages 96-99 (Fathers Quarterly, Readership: 164k pm).

Paul Carroll – Why should you be prioritising time management right now?

in the Business Leader (Readership: 120k pm).

Jackie Graybill – The Power of Story in Speaking

in the Indezine (Readership: 380k pm).
in the Green Union’s (Readership: 8k pm).
in the Kent Business Radio (Readership: 178k per week).
in the The All Blog.
in the Family Friendly Working (Readership: 10k+ pm).
in the Bridal Musings (Readership: 450,000).
in the Weddings & Honeymoons, February Issue 11 2022, Pages 58-63 (Readership: 120,000).
in the Your Gloucestershire & Wiltshire Wedding, Issue 31, February/March 2022, page 55 (Readership: 30,000).
in the Business in the News (Readership: 17,752 pm).
in the NE Connected (Readership: 266k pm).

Jon Lam – Tips for moderating a panel discussion successfully

in the Startacus (Readership: 15k pm).
in the Indezine (Readership: 380k pm).
in the Kent Business Radio (Readership: 178k per week).
in the NetworkShe (Readership: 18k pm).
in the Family Friendly Working (Readership: 10k+ pm).
in the The Successful Founder (Readership: 160k pm).
in the NE Connected (Readership: 266k pm).
in the Business in the News (Readership: 17,752 pm).
in the Business365 (Readership: 27k).

Brad Revell – Improve your business communication with Netiquette

in the Kent Business Radio (Readership: 178k per week).
in the Startacus (Readership: 15k pm).
in the Indezine (Readership: 380k pm)
in the NetworkShe (Readership: 18k pm).
in the New Business Winter edition 2021, pp50-51 (Readership: 42k).
in the Family Friendly Working (Readership: 10k+ pm).
in the Executive Support Magazine, February/March issue (Readership: 15k).
in the NE Connected (Readership: 266k pm).
in the Business in the News (Readership: 17,752 pm).

Reap the rewards of Toastmasters’ alliance – feat. Angelie Bharwaney, Harrovian Speakers

in the Rotary International Magazine

Haritosh Srivastav – How to Prevent Your Online Audience from Getting Distracted

in the Indezine (Readership: 380k pm) and on Facebook.
in the Kent Business Radio.
in the Startacus (Readership: 15k pm).
in the NetworkShe (Readership: 18k pm).
in the Decision Ireland’s Business Review (Provides a stream of content and ideas from publishers including Harvard Business Review together with original articles, interviews and podcasts for business leaders. Readership: 15k.).
in the Family Friendly Working (Readership: 10k+ pm).
in the NE Connected (Readership: 266k pm).
in the Business in the News (Readership: 17,752 pm).

Jon Lam – Be a good listener but also speak up

in the Elite Business (leading B2B publication with a large audience of startups and SMEs. Readership: 500k).
in the Kent Business Radio (Readership: 178k per week).
in the Indezine (Readership: 380k pm).
in the LID Publishing and Twitter.
in the Family Friendly Working (Readership: 10k+ pm).
in the Network She (Readership: 18k).
in the NE Connected (Readership: 266k pm).
in the Business in the News (Readership: 17,752 pm).

Ga Lok Chung – How You Can Make a High Impact in Meetings

in the Indezine (Readership: 380k pm).
in the Business in the News (Readership: 17,752 pm).
in the Business365 (Readership: 27k) and in their digital magazine, Issue 8.
in the Startacus (Readership: 15k pm).
in the LID Publishing (Readership: 22k pm).
in the Family Friendly Working (Readership: 10k+ pm).
in the NE Connected (Readership: 266k pm).
in the BBP Media (Readership: 68k pm).
in the The Business Post, Midlands Edition, pages 54 – 55 (Readership: 68k pm).

Solent Speakers, Spinnaker Speakers and Shilling Speakers – Fun Toastmasters public speaking groups help people across Portsmouth, Fareham and Havant gain confidence and leadership skills

Rupa Datta interviewed by Andy Hessey – What is Toastmasters?

on Wycombe Sound radio 26 May. Listen here

Kellie McCord – How to be inclusive online

in the Your Coffee Break (Readership: 130k pm).
in the LID Publishing (LID Publishing, Readership: 22k).
in the Startacus (Readership: 15k pm)
in the Family Friendly Working (Business tips, advice and guidance for working parents/business owners with an emphasis on balancing working and family life. Readership: 10k+ pm).
in the Business in the News
in the Business365 (the premier business publication for the Isle of Man. Readership: 27k).
in the NE Connected

Michael Collins – How To Pitch On Video When You Can’t Be In The Room With The Client

in the Family Friendly Working
in the BUSINESS 365 (Issue No. 5, 2021, page 27. Readership: 27,000).
in NE Connected (Readership: 266k pm ).

Kyle Murtagh – Three top tips for giving inspiring feedback

in the International Employment Lawyer.
in the Network She (Site provides to a wide range of resources for business owners from experts in this country and beyond. Readership: 18k).
in the Kent Business Radio (the website has a large audience of businesses/business people. Readership: 178k per week).
How to Inspire Others When You Give Feedback – in the Your Coffee Break (The website is an online business/career/lifestyle magazine for professional women. Readership: 130k pm).
How to Make Your Feedback Inspiring – in the Indezine (Specialist site focused on presentations and presentation slides. Readership: 380k pm).
in the LID Publishing.

Jean Gamester – Three Ways to Stay Fabulously, Virtually, Connected

in Interface on Hire (Quarterly magazine of the Hire Association Europe and the Event Hire Association. The magazine is published both in hard-copy and digitally and is distributed to all their members, member contacts and selected non-members, including equipment, tool and event hire executives. It is also distributed at industry events such as The Showman’s Show. Readership: 25k).

2020

Article	Author	Where to read
How to Communicate Effectively via Online Video	Simon Day	Read the full article in NE Connected Readership 266k pm
Tips for becoming a skilful and authentic speaker	Lyn Roseaman	Read the full article in BBP Readership 40k pm
How to do a show stopping presentation	Vinette Hoffman-Jackson	Read the full article in The Successful Founder Readership 80k pm
How to Shine Online and Ace Your Next Live Webinar	Lyn Roseaman	Read the full article in NE Connected, Readership 266k per month. Read the full article in New Business Readership 42K. Read in Family Friendly Working, Readership 10k+ per month. Read in Business 365, Readership 18k.
Moving Others While Sitting by Your Screen: The Art of Effective Online Communication	Simon Day	Read the full article in Regalier Readership 2k pm. Read in Executive Secretary, Readership 15k
How to Close Your Speech with Impact – Whether Presenting Online or in Person	Vinette Hoffman-Jackson	Read the full article in NE Connected Readership 266k per month. Read the full article in Family Friendly Working, Readership 10k+ per month.
How to Become the Skilful and Sincere Speaker You Want to Be	Lyn Roseaman	Read the full article in Your Coffee Break, Readership: 130k pm
Increasing your skill as a business presenter and speaker	Lyn Roseaman	Read the full article in The SME Club Readership 5k pm
The Art of Skilful and Sincere Public Speaking – Online or in Person	Lyn Roseaman	Read the full article in LID Publishing. Read in Small Business Insider. Read in Kent Business Radio, Readership 178k per week. Read in Technologgie’s, Readership 380k pm.
How to perform at your best in online meetings	Lyn Roseaman	Read the full article in Supply Management, Readership 80k
How to use Slides Effectively in Your Business Presentation	Dave Henson	Read here in NE Connected, Readership 266k pm

July

Effective Online Communication by Simon Day (Executive Secretary, Readership 15k).

9 tips for closing your online presentation or in person speech by Vinette Hoffman-Jackson (We are UMi website, Readership 52.8k pm).

How to close your presentation with impact by Vinette Hoffman-Jackson (Decision Ireland Readership 15k).

How to delegate effectively by Sam Warner (The Successful Founder Readership 80k pm).

How to make great live online presentations by Lyn Roseaman (The Successful Founder, Readership 80k pm).

Claim your voice and shine online by Lyn Roseaman (Network She, Readership 18k).

How to close presentation speech by Vinette Hoffman-Jackson (Bytestart, Monthly readership 100k).

How to create a strong ending for your business presentation by Vinette Hoffman-Jackson (Small Business Insider).

4 key things entrepreneurs need to know about leadership by Florian Bay (The Successful Founder, Readership 80k pm).

Tips for entrepreneurs on delivering receiving feedback by Simon Day (The Successful Founder, Readership 80k pm).

How entrepreneurs can hone their pitching skills by Seema Menon (The Successful Founder, Readership 80k pm).

Wow ending by Vinette Hoffman-Jackson (Kent Business Radio, Readership 178k per week).

How to close your speech with impact whether presenting via video or in person by Vinette Hoffman-Jackson (LID Publishing).

It has also be published on Twitter: https://twitter.com/lidpublishing/status/1281175026352427008

How to end your presentation strongly by Vinette Hoffman-Jackson (The SME Club Readership 5k pm).

How can you bring your best to your next online webinar by Lyn Roseaman (B2B information resource Readership 40k per month).

How to end your online presentation or in person speech with impact by Vinette Hoffman-Jackson (Indezine Readershi 380k pm).

How entrepreneurs can make the most of their live online presentations by Lyn Roseaman (E&I Readership 80k pm).

Meetings in camera by Simon Day (The Negotiator, readership 60k).

How to give your best performance and get the results you want from your next online presentation by Lyn Roseaman ( The HR Director, readership 113k pm).

Be your best online and in the room by Lyn Roseaman (Elite Business, Readership 500k).

How to ace your next live webinar and shine online by Lyn Roseaman

June

Top Tips for Tip-Top Presentations by Dave Henson (Bytestart Readership 100k pm).

Facing the camera by Simon Day (InTuition Readership 20k+).

Shining Online During Your Next Live Webinar by Lyn Roseaman (Indezine Readership 380k pm).

Acing your next live online presentation or webinar by Lyn Roseaman (Kent business radio Readership: 178k per week).

Business tips to help manage your next webinar by Lyn Roseaman (The SME Club Readership 5k pm).

May

Moving Your Business Online: The Art of Effective Online Communication by Simon Day (Bytestart Monthly readership 100k).

How to use slides effectively in your presentations by Dave Henson (UMi Readership 52,827 pm).

Meetings in Camera by Simon Day (The Negotiator Readership 60k).

How to make the most of technology and communicate effectively online by Simon Day (Computing World readership of 475k+).

How to create a connection with others in your online communication by Simon Day (Family Friendly Readership 10k+ per month).

Preparing to be a leader – what you need to know before stepping up by Florian Bay (Dealer Support Readership 12k+ per month).

April

The Art of Communicating Online with Impact by Simon Day (New business, Readership 42k).

How to engage others: The art of effective online communication by Simon Day (Your coffee break).

How to make the most of your online communication by Simon Day (UMi website, Readership 52,827 pm).

How can I create great nail & beauty videos for social media? by Simon Day (Scratch, Readership 45k+ pm).

The Art of Online Communication in Business by Simon Day (Indezine.com, readership of 380,000).

Four things Entrepreneurs need to know about leadership – before becoming a leader by Florian Bay (Entrepreneur and investor, readership 80k pm).

Moving Others Whilst Sitting Still: The Art of Effective Online Communication by Simon Day (Kent business radio, Readership 178k per week.

The challenges of leadership by Florian Bay (Executive Secretary Magazine, Readership: 15k).

What you should know about leadership – before stepping into the role by Florian Bay (NE Connected, Readership of 266k per month).

How to communicate with impact online for small businesses by Simon Day (Company Bug Readership 70k pm).

March

12 myths of public speaking that prevent you from being a better speaker by Anthony Garvey (Belfast News Letter, Readership 35.5k).

Put AX at the centre of your communications by Dan Magill (Readership 40k).

Preparing to be a leader – what you need to know before stepping up by Florian Bay (Family Friendly, Readership 10k+ per month).

How to do a great a speech at a work event by Paul Carroll (Education Executive, Readership 47.4k).

12 Common Presenting & Public Speaking Myths De-Bunked by Anthony Garvey (Bytestart, Monthly readership 100k).

Ten Myths of Public Speaking and Presenting by Anthony Garvey (NE Connected, Readership 266k per month).

Great slides and engaging delivery. How can you achieve both for your business presentation? by David Henson(Business Radion Readership 178k per week).

Tips for Making the Most of Your Slides in a Business Presentation by David Henson (Indezine).

Preparing for leadership: 4 things you need to know by Florian Bay (Business Advice Readership 10k).

Get to grips with the challenges of leadership before becoming a leader says Florian Bay (Executive Secretary, Readership 15k+).

Getting Ready To Be A Leader by Florian Bay (Project Manager Today, Readership: 55k pm).

February

What you need to know about leadership by Florian Bay
Company Bug Readership: 70k pm

4 ways to become a better leader by Florian Bay
UMi website Readership: 52,827 unique users pm.

Want to become a leader? Some hard truths about leadership by Florian Bay
Elite Business digital reach of 500k.

Choosing to Lead – 4 Tips for Aspiring Leaders & Game-Changers by Florian Bay
Bytestart Monthly readership: 100k

The Twelve myths of public speaking and presenting by Anthony Garvey
Herts Business Independent Readership 55k pm

The Myths of Public Speaking and Presenting by Anthony Garvey
Kent Business Readership: 178k per week

Myths of Public Speaking Debunked! by Anthony Garvey
Indezine.com Readership 10k pm

Ten Myths of Public Speaking and Presenting by Anthony Garvey
BBP media Readership 40k per month.

11 business presenting and public speaking myths by Anthony Garvey
We are UMi 52,827 unique users pm.

How to overcome the not so great advice you’ve had about public speaking by Anthony Garvey
LID Publishing, in Twitter and Facebook.

Learning before you have to lead by Florian Bay
WM News readership 45,885k

January

Tip for improving your presentations with lessons from Digital UX by Dan Magill
Family Friendly Readership: 10k+ per month.

Improve your public speaking with lessons from Digital UX by Dan Magill
LID Publishing

The Four Cornerstones of Empowering Others Through Effective Feedback by Simon Day
The HR Director readership 42k pm

Giving and receiving empowering feedback at work by Simon Day
NE Connected 266k monthly website impressions

What you need to know about leadership before becoming a leader by Florian Bay
Kent business radio 178k visitors per week.

Things to consider before taking a leadership role by Florian Bay
Coffee break readership of 130k per month.

What you need to know about leadership before becoming a leader by Florian Bay
Indezine readership of 10K+

The four things you should know about leadership – before becoming a leader by Florian Bay
LID Publishing Readership 26k

What do you need to know about leadership – before taking on the role? by Florian Bay
Business west Readership 27k pm

2019

Crafting the perfect words for your Christmas parties by Paul Carroll
We are UMi 52,827 unique users pm

How to improve your presentations using the rules of UX – ‘digital user experience’ by Dan Magill
Kent Business Readership 178k per week

Take Lessons From Digital UX to Improve Your Public Speaking by Dan Magill
Indezine Readership 10k

Freshly cut praise sandwich by Simon Day
HR DirectorReadership: 20k+

How to craft the perfect “few words” for your event by Paul Carroll
Kent Business Readership 178k per week

How to Give a Short Speech at a Celebratory Festive Event by Paul Carroll
Indezine Readership 10k

Crafting the perfect ‘few words’ for your Christmas and New Year’s events By Paul Carroll
NE Connected 266k monthly website impressions

How to Bond Your Team at the Christmas Party By Paul Carroll
Bytestart readership: 100k

Are you ready to say a few words at festive events? By Paul Carroll
Family Friendly Readership 10k+ pm

How To Make Big Personal Or Business Changes In Four Stages by Jean Gamester
Project Manager Today readership 30k

How ‘Digital UX’ Rules Can Help You Write a Better Speech by Dan Magill
Bytestart readership 100k

Tips for entrepreneurs on delivering and receiving empowering feedback by Simon Day
E&I circulation: 240k

How to tell great stories to promote your business By Rebecca Pepper
familyfriendlyworking.co.uk Readership 10k

How to improve your delegating for a more effective team by Sam Warner
Reconnected Readership 266k

Tips for giving and receiving empowering feedback By Simon Day
Family-friendly working Readership 10k pm

How to delegate and well and empower your team by Sam Warner
Education Executive Readership: 24k

How to use the FAST approach to effective feedback by Simon Day
LID Readership 26k

How to craft a successful pitch – with a bit of psychology by Seema Menon
Top-Consultant Readership 173k

Honesty is the best policy by Sam Warner
Dealer Support Readership 12k

How to Empower Your Staff Through Feedback by Simon Day
Bytestart readership 100kpm

Grab your audience attention by Gordon Adams
Holistic Therapist Readership 30k

How to pitch your ideas successfully by Seema Menon
Education Executive Readership 32k

How to win over your audience during a presentation by Jean Stewart
Education Executive Readership 6k

Tips for crafting a successful pitch By Seema Menon
Neconnected Readership 266kpm

How to tell stories to get your message across by Rebecca Pepper
Kent business radio Readership 178K

Tips for Using Storytelling in Presentations by Rebecca Pepper
indezine.com Readership 10k

The Art of Delegation in a Small Business by Sam Warner
bytestart.co.uk Readership 100kpm

Make your business message memorable with stories by Rebecca Pepper
Company bug Readership 70kpm

How to use storytelling – easy tips to capture your audience by Rebecca Pepper
Title media readership 5k

To Empower Others: Use the Four Cornerstones of Effective Feedback by Simon Day
indezine.com Readership 10k

How Storytelling Can Help You Build Your Business? by Rebecca Pepper
ByteStart Readership 100k pm

How to use storytelling to ensure your message is remembered by Rebecca Pepper
lidpublishing.com Readership 26k

The Art of Constantly Improving Your Delegating by Sam Warner
Executive Secretary Readership 15k

How to empower your staff through feedback by Simon Day
companybug.com Readership 70k pm

Eight tips to improve your delegating by Sam Warner
Supply Management readership 87kpm

10 Tips to delegating effectively by Sam Warner
Global Media readership 60kpm

How To Get Your Presentation Off To A Captivating Start by Gordon Adams
Minutehack.com 307k followers

Sunny Side up by Jean Gamester
Nursery Management Today Readership 16k

How to Pitch and Win People Round by Seema Menon
indezine.com Readership 130kpm

Improve your pitching with these top tips by Seema Menon
LID Radio Readership 26k

The Art of Constantly Improving Your Delegating by Sam Warner
Executive Secretary.com Readership 15k+

How to improve your success rate when pitching an idea by Seema Menon
HR Review Readership 50k pm

How Entrepreneurs can Hone Their Pitching Skills by Seema Menon
entrepreneurandinvestor.com Readership 40kpm

How to Get Your Pitching Right at the First Attempt by Seema Menon
Bytestart Readership 100kpm

Sam Warner’s article on delegation and empowerment has been picked up by a few publications

Jean Stewart’s article is once again in the news

Gordon Adams’s article on how to make impressive presentations is in news again

Entrepreneur and Investor– How to get your presentation off to a flying start

Jean Stewart’s article has been picked up by a few publications

Jean Gamester is again in the news with her article

PM Today(Project Manager Magazine)-April Edition

Lyn Roseaman’s article that has made it to the news again

Bytestart: How to hook your audience in seconds

Sudha Mani’s piece of writing gets more exposure

Gordon Adam’s article that has made it to the news again

Richard Foster-Fletcher’s article is once again in the news

BQ Live – How do I give feedback when a team member hasn’t done a good job

Gordon Adam’s has another article that has made it to the press

Business insider – 7 Toastmaster’s approved tricks for hooking your audience from the start

Lyn Roseaman shares insights on attention grabbing ways to open your speech

Network She– 7 attention grabbing ways to open your next speech

Gordon Adams’s article on how to make impressive presentations is in news

Jean Gamester is again in the news with her article

Richard Foster-Fletcher’s interview has been published as a podcast

Share Radio– Secrets of Speechmaking

Helena Brewer’s piece of writing gets more exposure in the February/March 2019 Malaysia and China editions of the ACCA Accounting & Business magazine.

Nigel Oseland is back in the news

Lucidica-How to be the unicorn of the technical conference circuit

Jean Gamester is in news with her article

Richard Foster-Fletcher’s article is still popular

Lid Radio– Do and how to give feedback when something has gone badly wrong

Sudha Mani’s piece of writing gets more exposure

Karen O’Donnell is back in the news

Family Friendly Working-How to avoid pitfalls, improve your presentation and make more sales

Vinette Hoffman-Jackson gets more exposure for her article

Network She– 10 of the best, unusual, most effective props to use when giving a speech

2018

Karen O’Donnell receives some more coverage

Richard Foster-Fletcher’s article is still popular

Vinette Hoffman-Jackson gets more exposure for her article

Nigel Oseland’s article gets more exposure

Lid Radio– How to boost your career or business by becoming a go to conference speaker

Vinette Hoffman-Jackson writes about effective usage of Props

Richard Foster-Fletcher receives some more coverage

Sudha Mani gets more exposure for her article

Nigel Oseland’s piece of work is in the press again

Top-Consultant-How to become a go-to speaker for the technical conference circuit

Lyn Roseaman’s article is still popular

Business Independent-Five steps to make speaking nerves work for you

Sudha Mani offers advice on what to do if presentation goes wrong

Richard Foster-Fletcher shares some insights on how to give feedback on a bad bit of work

Recruiter– How to give feedback on a bad bit of work

Nigel Oseland’s article gets exposure in the following publications:

Helena Brewer has more coverage:

In the print edition of Executive Secretary-How to make the most of Webinars, Online Interviews and other Small screen appearances
In the print edition of CA Magazine, Scotland’s leading business and finance magazine
How to come across well on the small screen
Entrepreneur & Investor How to sell yourself and your business via the small screen
Growth Business How to deliver your message most effectively on the small screen

Kay Heald receives more coverage:

In the print edition of Executive Secretary-Introverts can be excellent meeting contributors and presenters

Nigel Oseland’s article gets exposure in the following publications:

Karen O’Donnell’s article attracts more coverage:

Kay Heald receives more coverage:

Empowered Business The Introvert’s Public Speaking Toolkit
Family friendly working Introverts can be exceptional speakers by using these hacks

Karen O’Donnell’s article attracts more coverage

Sectors Donut Boosting employee engagement with the ‘three Cs’
Network She How to use the 3 Cs for greater staff engagement and a more successful business
Lid Radio How to keep employees engaged and make your business more profitable
My Customer The 3Cs holding the secret to employee engagement and happy customers

Eddie Darroch‘s article on word craft is in the press again

Bytestart Use memorable language for memorable sales success

Simon Bucknall, Number 2 public speaking champion, is back in the news:
The Telegraph How to deliver an unforgettable speech

Helena Brewer has more advises on speaking on screen:
LID Radio Tips for presenting on the small screen
Executive Secretary How to make the most of webinars … and other small screen appearances

Kay Heald receives more coverage:
Dotty Directory Public speaking tips for introvert business owners

Laura Bruce, The District 71 PR Manager, shares her views on communication as the key to success:
Discussions with Jack EP. 19 – Laura Bruce: Communication is your key

Helena Brewer, last year’s PR Manager, advises on speaking on screen:
Network She Get yourself ready to present your business on the small screen
Dealer Support Preparing to present webinars and online meetings – a guide
Marketing Donut Ready for your close-up? How to come across well on video
Small Business Insider How to prepare for business presenting on the small screen

Lyn Roseman explains how to use contrasts in speaking:
Small Business Insider Tricks of the presenter’s trade – how to make an impact
Family Friendly Working Make your presentations more persuasive with striking contrasts

Karen O’Donnell’s article on avoiding communications is still popular with the press:
Top Consultant How to avoid and repair misunderstandings when communicating at work
Executive Secretary Magazine How to resolve communication problems before they happen

Kay Heald offers more advice for introverted speakers:
Training Zone Developing your public speaking: a toolkit for introverted trainers
Mike Consol Blog A public speaking toolkit for introverts
Women of Colour Magazine & Community Public speaking is for introverts too

Kay Heald offers advice to the more introverted speaker:
LID Radio A toolkit for the introverted speaker
Company Bug Public speaking tips for introvert business owners
Shiny Shiny 5 tips for public speaking for introverts
The Sussex Newspaper How introverts can be great public speakers
New Business How to be a successful public speaker – even if you are an introvert
Recruiter How introverts can develop their presentation skills

Karen O’Donnell’s article on avoiding communications issues attracts more coverage:
Family Friendly Working Tips for avoiding communication issues at work and at home
LID Radio How to prevent communication problems with your co-workers
The HR Director Avoiding and repairing miscommunication

Lyn Roseman writes on how to make your presentations more persuasive:
LID Radio How to use contrast to make your presentations more persuasive

Karen O’Donnell discusses how to be courageous when presenting:
Western Daily Press Be courageous to guarantee getting the message across
Western Morning News How courageous conversations lead to proper communication

Steve Campion’s paper on PowerPoint is still going strong:
Winning Edge How to hold your audience

Bret Freeman’s POWER approach receives more coverage:
LID Radio How to give your most powerful presentation yet

Eddie Darroch‘s article on word craft is in the press again:
Friendly Family Working Word hacks to make your presentation memorable

Heidi Ashley-Hacker, of Riverside Communicators, writes on the competencies of good leaders:Entrepreneur & Investor What leadership skills do you need to develop your business?

Karen O’Donnell discusses how better comms can improve your business:
Entrepreneur & Investor How to prevent poor communication holding back your businessRecruiter How to avoid misunderstandings

Bret Freeman offers advice on presenting with presence and POWER:
Network She Presenting with presence and more!
The Nubian Times Learn to use POWER for successful presenting

Paul Carroll shares advice on using persuasive language in presentations:
Sales Intiaitve No hitch pitching: How to use language to sway clients

Eddie Darroch’s article on making speeches more memorable received more coverage:
Top Consultant Word hacks to make your presentation memorable
TrainingZone Just how memorable are your presentations?
LID Radio How to use memorable words for a memorable presentation
Network She Use your words well and your presentation will be remembered

Simon Bucknall’s article is still popular:
Bytestart How to create an inspiring speech or presentation to drive your business

Eddie Darroch, member of Aylesbury Speakers and creative writer, explains how to make your speeches more memorable by using impactful words and imagery:
Startup Business UK Make your presentation memorable
Fresh Business Thinking Language tools to create presentation that will be remembered
Ethical Perfromance How to help your audience remember the key points of your presentation

Laura Bruce, D71 PR Manager, receives further coverage on how to showcase your skills:
Bytestart How to turn your experience into an awesome presentation
Network She How to leverage a lifetime of experience? Transform it into a compelling presentation
Family Friendly Networking Showcase your hard-won experience in an impressive presentation

Simon Bucknall’s article on how to create inspiring speeches is published with a twist:
Entrepreneur & Investor Entrepreneurs – How to Pitch Successfully for Business Investment
LID Radio How to create a speech that will inspire
Network She Your steps to creating a speech to inspire
HSBC Public speaking advice: How to improve your presentation skills

Simon Bucknall, Runner-up World Champion in Public Speaking, shared how to create inspiring speeches:
Limited Company Help How to deliver an inspiring speech – in 4 steps
Sussex Business Times Creating a speech to inspire

Laura Bruce, D71 PR Manager, explains how to showcase your skills with a perfect presentation:
Sigma Media Showcase your expertise with a unique and compelling presentation
Project Manager Today Turn a lifetime of experience into a compelling presentation

Bret Freeman receives more coverage on presenting with P.O.W.E.R.:
Business Computing World How to give your business presentations POWERfully

Lyn Roseaman’s paper gains more traction:
Bytestart How to overcome your speaking nerves
Family Friendly Working Public speaking nerves can turn into a supportive friend!

Sue Fish’s article also receives further coverage:
LID Radio Seven ways to get business networking really wrong!

2017

Bret Freeman, of Chiltern Speakers Club, shared with us how to present with P.O.W.E.R.:
Bytestart Presenting with P.O.W.E.R.
Company Bug How to give your most dynamic presentation yet
Indezine Learn to present and connect with your audience every time
Discussions With Jack (SoundCloud) Episode 9 P.O.W.E.R. also on iTunes

Lyn Roseaman’s article made it on to a podcast:
Discussions With Jack (SoundCloud) Episode 7 now you’re talking also on iTunes
Sales Initiative Ditch the nerves and ace your sales pitch
Entrepreneur & Investor How to speak and present with confidence
Top Consultant Public speaking nerves can turn into a supportive friend!

Steve Campion’s paper on PowerPoint is still going strong:
LID Radio Seven steps to powerful presentations

Sue Fish’s article also receives further coverage:
Entrepreneur & Investor Business networking mistakes to avoid

Laura Bruce, the D71 PR Manager, published on how share information to promote yourself:
Indezine Show off your expertise in an impressive presentation

Lyn Roseaman, created an article this month on overcoming nerves when presenting:
Fresh Business Thinking How to befriend your speaking nerves and make them work for you
Indezine Turn your speaking fear into your friend
Precious Five tips to turn your speaking fear into your friend
Network She Making speaking fear your friend
Business Property Netwrok How to befriend your speaking nerves and make them work for you

Sue Fish’s article on networking receives further coverage:
Startup Business UK Common networking mistakes and how to avoid them
Indezine 7 ways to get business networking really wrong
Family Friendly Working 8 Classic mistakes mumpreneurs make when networking
Bytestart How NOT to Network – 7 Business networking mistakes to avoid

Steve Campion’s paper on PowerPoint is as popular as ever:
Business crowd How to make a powerful, memorable presentation
Small Business Six simple steps to delivering a powerful presentation

Christopher Hirsch’s piece on using stories in presentations makes a reappearance:
Bytestart How to use stories to make your business communication memorable

Sue Fish, of Canterbury Communicators and one of our previous District PR Managers, shares her tips on successful business networking:
We are the City Eight horrible business networking mistakes (note slow loading)
Fresh Business Thinking How to get business networking really wrong
Company Bug The classic mistakes start-up business owners make when networking
Network She 8 ways to get business networking really wrong!
Small Business Insider How not to network – 5 small business networking clangers
Business Crowd How to get business networking horribly wrong!
Recruiter How not to do your business networking

Andrew Bennett’s paper on how to grab the audience’s attention receives more coverage:
Network She Hold your audience’s attention by developing your vocal variety

Steve Campion’s article on how to avoid death by PowerPoint is still popular:
SME Seven steps to a powerful presentation

LID Radio has published a few of our D91 members’ articles this month.
Richard Pimm: How to get your next job or promotion by finding your sales voice
Dorothea Stuart: Ten reasons why you are a dreadful public speaker
Paul Carroll: The four rules of a persuasive presentation
Lyn Roseaman: Happy endings – how to end your speech with impact

Lyn Roseaman, a London based DTM, wrote on how to open your speech:
LID Radio Winning beginnings – opening your speech with impact

Andrew Bennett’s paper on how to grab the audience’s attention receives more coverage:
Chartered Management Institute 3 ways to build vocal variety
Recruiter Add vim to your voice with vocal variety
LID Radio How to grab your audience’s attention

Essie Rewane-Adjare shared her views on how to gain trust in a sales pitch:
LID Radio Eight ways to gain trust in a sales presentation

Charlotte Hitchings tells us about resilience:
LID Radio Why personal resilience matters – and how to get it

Christopher Hirsch also receives more coverage on using stories in presentations:
LID Radio Why Rapunzel is the perfect fairy tale for business storytelling

Paul Carroll shares tips on delivering an engaging presentation:
Industry Networker Words needn’t fail us

Laura Bruce, the D71 PR Manager, published on how to best share information for success:
Business Crowd Share what you know and doors will open

Andrew Bennett’s paper on how to grab the audience’s attention receives more coverage:
Business Crowd Make your voice a pleasure to listen to and grab your customers’ attention
Sales Initiative How to work your voice & win the customer

Paul Carroll offers basic tips on giving a presentation that is actually worth remembering:
New Business Operate your presentation like a pro

Christopher Hirsch also receives more coverage on using stories in presentations:
American Society of Administrative Professionals: Storytelling: A powerful business tool

Paul Carroll, of London Debaters, teaches us how to get to the point and shares his wisdom with:
New Business Know how to get to the point in a presentation
Sussex Business Times (pages 42-43) Business presentations: Get to the point!
Tech City News Here’s how you can deliver a killer presentation
Indezine How to give people the level of detail they need in your presentation
Business Matters Decide when to get to the point and when to expand a presentation
Top Consultant Decide when to get to the point and when to expand a presentation
The Economic Voice Presentations: When to get to the point and when to expand
The Impartial Reporter How to get to the point in a business presentation
Sussex Business Times Business presentations: Get to the point!

Andrew Bennett, produced a paper for us on how to grab the audience’s attention:
BBP Media Develop your vocal variety and hold your audience’s attention
The Falkirk Herald Talking point: How to speak and grab attention
FT Adviser Public speaking can help hone advisers’ soft skills, says Butler
Indezine How to make your voice a pleasure to listen to – So you grab your audience’s attention

Richard Pimm, appears in the Recruiter and explains:
How to get you next job or promotion by finding your sales voice

Paul Carroll, is quoted on LID Radio:
How to deal with impromptu questions after your presentation

Christopher Hirsch informs Family Friendly Working of the merits of using stories in presentations:
Why Rapunzel is the perfect fairy tale for business storytelling

Christine Rusk, who used to be terrified of public speaking, tells Business 365 (page 24):
Why every speech you give should be like a 3 course meal

Christopher Hirsch informs Business Matters of the merits of using stories in presentations:
Why Rapunzel is the perfect fairy tale for business storytelling

Christopher Hirsch informs us of the merits of using stories in presentations:
Business Matters Why Rapunzel is the perfect fairy tale for business storytelling
BQ Magazine Give yourself a competitive edge using stories

Helena Brewer, our outgoing PR Manager, explains to Sales Initiative how to make a short but effective speech:
Say it in 5 … That’s 5 minutes

Glen Savage, of Riverside Communicators, shares his story on BBC Capital:
Is public speaking fear limiting your career?

Richard Pimm gives Sales Initiative a different perspective on sales:
Cold calling; Indifference is the enemy

Dave Lineham shares with Business 36 (page 17):
How to connect with an audience when you speak

Essie Rewane-Adejare suggests to Business Matters:
Eight ways to gain trust in a sales presentation

2016

Jean Gamester (Past District 91 Director), member of Thame Speakers, shares her thinking on leading leaders: How to be a successful super leader .

Ben Jackson, Bicester Achievers Toastmasters club, gives insight into the power of silence: Why the sound of silence will help you sell.

Lyn Roseaman, City Limits Speakers, tells us: How should you end your speech? With impact!

Area 33 Director Florian Bay explains: What do JFK, South West Airlines and the Great Escape have in common?

Area 29 Director Jenny Betts on the power of mentoring: Say Yes! to mentoring .

Lucy Greenlees, of Arun Speakers, shares the benefits she’s gained from her Toastmasters club: A member interview – gaining new confidence and skills.

D91 Club Growth Director Dorothea Stuart on how to use our time to better effect: Get more from your meeting time.

Charlotte Hitchings interviewed by Georgie Frost, Career Clinic, on the subject of resilience at work: Resilience at Work.

Charlotte Hitchings, Voice of Wales explains: Why personal resilience matters in business – and how to get it

Pre 2016

How to Prepare for a successful Tedx Talk – Jay Surti Area 34 Director shares her experience

Toastmasters from Wokingham Speakers interviewed by Anne Diamond – After the big debate in the House of Commons – a discussion about what makes a great speech. The interview starts 1 hour 10 minutes 30 seconds into the show.

6 Ways to Keep Your Groove During a Ring of Rejection– CEO of Rising Media recommends Toastmasters

How to learn five essential life/business skills with just one activity – Aaron Hanway shows how public speaking helps you develop key skills

CNBC recommends Toastmasters for the skills employers are looking for – read the full article here.

Harness the Power of three to nail your pitch – Laura Bruce gives advice to small businesses.

Ilford “Barnardo’s boy” overcomes stammer to become public speaker – Brian Skelton, Area Governor of the Year – article in the Ilford Recorder

Useful Public Speaking Tips for Business owners – Dorothea Stuart DTM, D91 Club Growth Director interviewed by Company Bug

How to structure your presentation for maximum impact – Laura Bruce shares her tips.

Three rules of persuasive presentations /Keep it short snappy and seductive – Paul Carroll, President 104 London Debaters gives us some key ideas for persuasion:

10 tips to speak like a pro – Sandy Eifion-Jones of Epsom Speakers and Surbiton Speakers tell us what she’s learned about the art and craft of speaking.

Why your boss wants you to join Toastmasters – Toastmasters featured in Fortune!

The simplest way to motivate your staff – Bob Ferguson explains how to motivate staff effectively. Download the article of Bob’s in The CA Magazine (Chartered Accountant Scotland) 058_CA_Aug15 LastWord(2) Bob Ferguson article.

How I learned to speak up with Croydon Toastmasters – Gina Rocque Drayton VP PR Croydon Communicators shares what she learned through her club membership.

8 tips for taming terror: transforming presentation nerves into confident communication – Gavin Meikle, Solent Speakers shares his top tips.

You’re talking – but what is your body saying? – Jane Cameron DTM tells us about body language. Check this one, too.

How to collar and cuff the questions – If you didn’t get Paul Carroll’s handout at the conference you will find his article here.

The power of active listening – Jenny Betts shares practical tips

How to be a confident presenter – essential tips – Paul Carroll, President 104 London Debaters shares tips with owners of new and growing businesses.

Winning Business with nimble impromptu speaking – Tips from Charlie Warshawski Area 53 Governor.

10 things to avoid in public speaking – Dorothea Stuart DTM, District 91 PR Officer, shares the key pitfalls to avoid when speaking to an audience.

How to handle Q &A after your presentation – by Paul Carroll, President 104 London Debaters http://news.top-consultant.com/How-to-deal-with-impromptu-questions-after-your-presentation-12801.html (readership 173k)

Will your new club committee and Area Director be in the local press?

Malvern Speakers has a good track record of publicity in the local press. For example, see the article when their new committee was appointed at the start of the year. http://www.malverngazette.co.uk/news/community/11291162.MALVERN_SPEAKERS/

Camberly Speakers in the news!

Camberley Speakers Star Courier

Quality Feedback is key to improvement – by Jean Gamester DTM, Lieutenant Governor Education & Training District 91 published in the FT Adviser print and online: http://www.ftadviser.com/2015/03/11/ifa-industry/your-business/quality-feedback-is-key-to-improvement-IpKqP78d9EQ1sqKNF1fQqL/article.html (FT readership 2.2 million)

Maximise the power of your words – inspiration for sales professionals – by Dorothea Stuart DTM, District 91 PRO gives sales professionals a Churchillian challenge. http://www.sales-initiative.com/toolbox/motivation/maximise-the-power-of-your-words/

Fabulous Feedback. Creating a culture that creates great leaders – by Jean Gamester DTM, Lieutenant Governor Education & Training District 91 http://news.top-consultant.com/Fabulous-Feedback-creating-a-culture-that-creates-great-leaders.-12689.html

5 tips to build confidence when delivering a sales presention – by Sandy Eifion-Jones, Epsom Speakers Club http://www.sales-initiative.com/toolbox/selling/tips-to-build-confidence-sales-presentation/

Winning beginnings – how to open a speech with impact – by Lyn Roseaman Area 45 Governor. http://www.ftadviser.com/2015/01/28/training/adviser-guides/make-a-direct-dramatic-opening-says-speech-expert-oulgemhPKW5I6rMJ8rcLmJ/article.html (readership 2.2million!) This article was in the print version as well as online.

Spinnaker Speakers – in the local press Spinnaker Speakers Article_Jan_15

How to master the art of public speaking – Josephine Fairly of Green & Black quotes Toastmaster Sandy Eifion-Jones and her words on wisdom on eye contact and confidence, in The Telegraph.

6 Tips to build confidence when delivering a talk – Sandy Eifion-Jones, Epsom Speakers Club. Full article here (readership 53k)

How to use visual aids effectively and creatively when giving a presentation – Dorothea Stuart DTM, District 91 PRO. Read the full article in The Business Today website.

Presenters are you becoming invisible and losing audience connection? – Dorothea Stuart DTM, District 91 PRO – read full article.

Building your confidence in public speaking – listen to the podcast as Meg Heyworth DTM is interviewed on Knowing Your Business: online business conversations.

Why every presentation needs D.R.A.M.A. – Meg Heyworth DTM, member of Worthing Speakers and Eastbourne Speakers gives a five point approach to help you deliver a great speech every time!

Should you use notes when giving a speech? What are your options? – by Bob Ferguson DTM, Herfordshire Speakers – check your options.

How business owners will benefit from joining a Toastmasters International public speaking club – Dorothea Stuart DTM, District 91 PR Officer is interviewed by Knowing Your Business: online conversations. Read the full interview here.

10 reason why most presentations fail – by Barbara Moynihan (check here page 31)

Ten ways to build rapport and engage your audience when presenting or speaking – by Dorothea Stuart DTM, District 91 PR Officer, shares her advice.

BBC Radio Wiltshire interview with President Yvonne Davis and VPE Bob Gaught, Thamesdown Speakers – 14 August 2014.

How to deal with difficult questions when giving a speech or presentation by Anthony Garvey, Tralee Toastmasters – read here.

Tips on how to react on your feet if your business presentation is not going to plan by Michael Collins, District PRO 2013-14 – read here.

The many reasons why you should join Toastmasters Club Anthony Garvey, Tralee Toastmasters a great article on Toastmasters.

Breathing tips for public speakers and presenters – another fantastic article by Toastmaster Tom Balmont of Reading Speakers Club.

How to bounce back from a brain freeze when delivering a presentation – District Toastmaster of the year, Christina Hession, shares useful techniques.

How to make your presentation stick in the memory with 7 key techniques – by Eric Fitzpatrick – read here.

The importance of being able to sell yourself – Michael Collins, District PRO 2013-14, makes it into the Financial Times – read his article here.

How to boost your confidence through public speaking – by Jim Davidson, Perth Toastmasters, Scotland, writes on one of the key soft skills in in the workplace.

How deal with heckling during a presentation / training – Toastmaster Eric Fitzpatrick shares some techniques.

What we learn at a Toastmasters club – an interview with members of Thamesdown Speakers.