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Fred E. Miller
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Brain Coupling: How Great Speakers Literally Get Inside Their Audience’s Heads
One of the most fascinating discoveries in neuroscience is something called Brain Coupling — the process where two brains actually sync up during communication.
Nov 232 min read


Stop Making Audiences Multitask!
Most people can’t listen, read slides, and take notes all at once. Sure, a few can pull it off—but for the majority, it’s cognitive overload.
Oct 263 min read


Storytelling in Public Speaking: Techniques to Make Your Message Memorable
If you want your audience to remember what you say, and you do! - don’t just give them information—give them a story.
Oct 122 min read


Networking as a Speaker: How to Build Connections Through Your Presentations
Public speaking is one of the most powerful networking tools you’ll ever have.
Sep 73 min read


The Role of Body Language in Effective Public Speaking
Your body language is either reinforcing your words—or fighting against them.
Aug 243 min read


Five Tips for Delivering Powerful Openings and Closings (Why They Matter More Than You Think)
“Have a strong opening—and a stronger closing.
The last thing you say and do is the first thing the audience will remember.”
Jul 202 min read


"From Boring to Brilliant. The Role of Stories in Memorable Speaking."
"From Boring to Brilliant. The Role of Stories in Memorable Speaking."
Jun 223 min read


Master Your Message: Practice Your Presentation Out of Order
When practicing your presentation, don't always start at the beginning. I know—that sounds odd. But trust me, it’s one of the best things...
Jun 82 min read


Flashes of the Obvious – The Speaker’s Secret Weapon
Flashes of the Obvious – The Speaker’s Secret Weapon
May 113 min read


The Fastest Way to Lose an Audience: Be Smart and Sound B-o-r-i-n-g!
The Fastest Way to Lose an Audience: Be Smart and Sound B-o-r-i-n-g!
Mar 302 min read


Why AI Will NOT Replace Personal Presentations
While AI offers numerous benefits, it cannot replicate the human connection and authenticity that personal presentations provide.
Mar 22 min read


Bill Ellis', "WHAT'S THE POINT?" interviews me about the Power of Public Speaking!
In this episode of What’s the Point?, Bill Ellis sits down with Fred E. Miller, an internationally recognized speaker, best-selling author,
Feb 163 min read


Feedback Matters: How to Ask for and Use Speaking Critiques
Feedback, from the right people, will provide guidance for improvement.
Feb 23 min read


Speakers: Take Questions Before Closing Your Talk!
Taking questions before your closing allows you to maintain control over your presentation’s final impression.
Jan 52 min read


NOT a Presenter? - Read THIS!
Why Presentation Skills Are Life Skills
Dec 22, 20243 min read


Speakers: Tips for delivering a POWERFUL OPENING.
The OPENING and the CLOSING are the bookends of a presentation.
Nov 24, 20242 min read


Learn to Lessen the Fear of Public Speaking Because . . .
“Speaking Opportunities are Business, Career, and Leadership Opportunities!"
Nov 10, 20243 min read


What Are Vocal Cues and Why Use Them in Your Presentations
Vocal cues refer to non-verbal elements in speech that convey information beyond the literal meaning of the words spoken.
Sep 8, 20243 min read


Why BULLET POINTS, Especially When Left On a Screen, Are BAD For a Presentation.
Bullet points , while useful in some contexts, can be problematic in presentations, especially when left on the screen for extended...
Aug 24, 20243 min read


Little Things You Can Do To Overcome The Fear of Public Speaking
First of all, you don’t want to completely eliminate the Fear of Public Speaking.
Jul 28, 20242 min read
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