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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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2021
Reap the rewards of Toastmasters’ alliance – feat. Angelie Bharwaney, Harrovian Speakers
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).
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).
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).
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
Read more…
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
- Dealer Support-Tips to help you delegate well and empower your team
- Indezine-Improving your delegating with these tips
- Lid Radio– How to delegate effectively
Jean Stewart’s article is once again in the news
- Family Friendly Working– How to add touches of humour to your presentation and win over your audience
- CEO Monthly– How to add humour to your speech/presentation even if you are not a comedian
- Entrepreneur and Investor– How to use humour successfully in your pitch or presentation
Gordon Adams’s article on how to make impressive presentations is in news again
Jean Stewart’s article has been picked up by a few publications
- Dealer Support– How to win over your audience during a presentation
- Business Computing World– How to add Humour to your business presentation and win over your audience
- Lid Radio– Tips for injecting humour into your business presentations or speeches
- Network She– How to add humour to your presentation– without going to Comedy School
- Kent Business Radio– How can you use humour to engage your audience in your business presentations
- Small Business Insider-How to use humour even in a finance presentation
- Indezine– Add humour to your presentation
Jean Gamester is again in the news with her article
Lyn Roseaman’s article that has made it to the news again
Sudha Mani’s piece of writing gets more exposure
- Precious Online– What to do when things go wrong with your presentation
- Business 365 (Isle of Mann) April edition
Gordon Adam’s article that has made it to the news again
- Business Computing World – How to grab immediate attention when you start your presentation
- Business Leader – Seven ways to give your speech a flying start
- Business Insider– 7 Toastmasters-approved tricks for hooking your audience right from the start
Richard Foster-Fletcher’s article is once again in the news
Gordon Adam’s has another article that has made it to the press
Lyn Roseaman shares insights on attention grabbing ways to open your speech
Gordon Adams’s article on how to make impressive presentations is in news
- Indezine– How to make your presentation fly
- Small Business Insider– How to create an attention grabbing opening for your speech
- Your Coffee Break– How to grab attention with the opening words of your presentation
- Lid Radio– How to engage the audience from the first words of your speech
Jean Gamester is again in the news with her article
- Family Friendly Working– How to make big changes in business and life-4 key steps
- Business Computing World– How to make big changes in business and life: 4 key steps
- Lid Radio– Follow these steps for change in business or life
- Network She– How to make long lasting change: the four steps
- Recruiter– Four Key Steps to make Big changes
- Education Executive– Make Big Changes at Work or at Home
Richard Foster-Fletcher’s interview has been published as a podcast
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
Jean Gamester is in news with her article
- Dealer Support– Four Steps to Change Business and Personal
- Indezine– How to make long lasting change
Richard Foster-Fletcher’s article is still popular
Sudha Mani’s piece of writing gets more exposure
- Accounting and Business (Ireland edition)– Presentations wrapped up
- ACCA Global.com-Top Tips for Successful Presentations
Karen O’Donnell is back in the news
Vinette Hoffman-Jackson gets more exposure for her article
2018
Karen O’Donnell receives some more coverage
- Recruiter-Presentation pitfalls to avoid if you want to close more deals
- BBP Media– How to improve your chance of signing more deals after your presentation
- Dealer Support-Eight Presentation Pitfalls to avoid if you want to make more sales
- Entrepreneur and Investor– 8 Presentation Pitfalls to avoid if you want to close more deals/make more sales
Richard Foster-Fletcher’s article is still popular
- Training Zone-How to give constructive feedback
- Family friendly working-How to give feedback when something has gone badly wrong
Vinette Hoffman-Jackson gets more exposure for her article
- Lid Radio-How to add impact to your presentation by using unusual props
- BQLive-How do I use creative and unusual props in my presentation
Nigel Oseland’s article gets more exposure
Vinette Hoffman-Jackson writes about effective usage of Props
- New Business-Ten of the best, unusual and most effective props
- Indezine-Nine of the best props to add impact to your presentation
- Bedford Today-Discover how mosquitoes were used as props in a speech as Bedford speaker shares her top tips
Richard Foster-Fletcher receives some more coverage
- Startup donut-How to deliver bad feedback to employees
- Sectors donut-How to deliver bad feedback to employees
- SME web-What to say to a staff member who’s done a terrible job
- Network She-How to give feedback when a team member has let you down
- Company Bug-How to give feedback to difficult employees
- Indezine-Key steps for feedback when someone has done a dreadful job
Sudha Mani gets more exposure for her article
- Family Friendly working– When your presentation seems to be going wrong
- Byte Start– How to turn around your presentation when something has gone wrong
Nigel Oseland’s piece of work is in the press again
Lyn Roseaman’s article is still popular
Sudha Mani offers advice on what to do if presentation goes wrong
- Startup Business UK– How to take charge when a business presentation goes wrong
- Network She– Practical steps to take if you feel your presentation is going awfully wrong
- Startup donut– Help! What to do when a presentation goes wrong
- Sectors donut-Help! What to do when a presentation goes wrong
- Irish times-Work presentation going pear-shaped? Here’s what to do
- LID radio– What to do when your presentation goes horribly wrong
Richard Foster-Fletcher shares some insights on how to give feedback on a bad bit of work
Nigel Oseland’s article gets exposure in the following publications:
- Entrepreneur and Investor-How Entrepreneurs can deliver a great technical talk about their product or service
- Family friendly working-How to be the unicorn of the technical conference circuit
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:
- Dealer Support-Top Tips for Terrific Technical Talks
- Network She– How to be the Unicorn of the technical conference circuit
- FreshBusinessThinking– How to deliver a terrific Technical Talk
Karen O’Donnell’s article attracts more coverage:
- Bytestart.co.uk– Improve your business profitability with the 3C approach to employees
- Familyfriendlyworking.co.uk– Use the 3 Cs: engage your team and make your business more profitable
- Businessmole.com– Create a more profitable future for your business with employee engagement
- Shropshirebiz.com (pg 48)– How employee engagement can boost your bottom line
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
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
Steve Campion, the D71 Area 20 Director and member of East Herts, Saffron Walden and Cornerstone speakers clubs, informs us on how to avoid death by PowerPoint:
The Guardian Want to win over an audience? How to improve your presentation skills
Entrepreneur and Investor 7 steps to creating a powerful presentation
Project Manager Today 7 steps to creating a powerful presentation
IT Pro Portal Presenting to non-technical audiences: Six steps to success
Indezine Take These 7 Steps – and You’ll Be Sure to Deliver a Powerful Presentation
Network She 7 steps to delivering a powerful presentation
The Voice Seven steps to powerful presentations
Sales Initiative How to create a powerful sales presentation
Fresh Business Thinking Six simple steps to a powerful presentation
London Loves Business The 7 steps to delivering a powerful presentation
Genesis Radio Birmingham Seven steps to powerful presentations
Exec Review Want to win over an audience? How to improve your presentation skills
World Pro News Presenting to non-technical audiences: Six steps to success
Fortune Herald How to give a powerful presentation
Business Computing World 9 Steps to powerful presentations
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.