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Fred E. Miller
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Why Public Speaking Is the Ultimate Career Shortcut
Speaking opportunities are business, career, and leadership opportunities.
Dec 72 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


Building Your Personal Brand at Networking Events
Networking events are prime opportunities to build your personal brand.
Jul 62 min read


Your Elevator Speech Should Open Doors – Not Close Them!
Your Elevator Speech Should Open Doors – Not Close Them!
Apr 132 min read


Downsides of NOT Having a Great Elevator Speech
NOT having a great Elevator Speech has downsides, especially in professional and networking settings.
Mar 162 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


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


Without a great, compelling Elevator Speech . . .
Without a great, compelling Elevator Speech You risk blending into the crowd instead of standing out as someone others want to connect with.
Dec 8, 20243 min read


Why Speakers DON'T Need to Be Perfect
Speakers should be Embracing Mistakes
Oct 5, 20243 min read


The Goals of a Great Elevator Speech
A great Elevator Speech has several key goals, each designed to make a strong and lasting impression in a short amount of time.
Sep 22, 20243 min read


The Art of a BAD Elevator Speech
Crafting a good Elevator Speech is crucial, but knowing what makes a bad one can help you avoid common pitfalls.
Aug 11, 20242 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


Great Elevator Speech? WHY BOTHER? (Tongue-in-cheek)
Here’s why you should definitely not waste your time crafting a great elevator speech:
Jul 8, 20243 min read


SPEAKERS: THIS is Important for your Topics.
We will do more to avoid pain than seek pleasure. The Research Shows: Avoiding pain often takes precedence over seeking pleasure due to...
May 19, 20242 min read


From Awkward to Awesome: Overcoming Common Challenges in Elevator Speeches
LISTEN! Whether one-on-one or in front of a group, a great Elevator Speech is your ticket to making a memorable first impression....
Mar 3, 20242 min read


Crafting the Perfect Elevator Speech: How to Be Prepared for Any Opportunity
In today's networking environment, you need a great Elevator Speech; that short, personal infomercial that can open doors to...
Feb 3, 20242 min read


SPEAKERS: Engage, Inform, and Connect with Your Audience
LISTEN! Here are some valuable tips to accomplish these important presentation skills. Know your audience: Understand the demographics,...
Oct 23, 20233 min read


Should Everyone Have a Great Elevator Speech?
Having a great elevator speech is incredibly important for a variety of reasons, both personally and professionally. An elevator speech...
Aug 20, 20233 min read


An EFFECTIVE ELEVATOR SPEECH Should Be . . .
The goal of an Elevator Speech
is to leave a lasting impression and create an opportunity for further conversation and connection.
Jun 18, 20233 min read


VOCAL CUES Are Important Because . . .
They can help listeners understand the meaning of words and the intentions behind them. Vocal cues are aspects of speech that convey...
Jan 8, 20233 min read
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