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Fred E. Miller
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Clichés: Avoid Them Like . . .
The PLAGUE! Oops! That probably is one! “ Perhaps, Clichés are a necessary evil. Some say, ‘It is what is is.‘ I think there is light at...
Sep 10, 20172 min read


Speakers: Use a “Sidebar” to . . .
Emphasize and Clarify. For writing articles or books, a Sidebar is separate from the main text on a page. It is often a shorter piece of...
Sep 3, 20172 min read


Speakers: Open and Close . . .
Strong and STRONGER! The Law of Primacy and Recency says your audience will best remember the first and last things you say and do. This...
Aug 20, 20175 min read


Best Speaking Tip Ever!
Speak! Speak! Speak! The Learning is in the Doing! You can think about it, watch videos, read books, and attend seminars about public...
Jul 9, 20173 min read


WHY Do People Fear Public Speaking?
Why Not have a Fear of Public Speaking! Is my usual first response. Think about it. Most of our conversations are one-on-one. Many are...
Jun 25, 20172 min read


The Fear of Public Speaking is a Different Kind of . . .
Fear of Failure. The Fear of Public Speaking and the Fear of Failure go hand-in-glove. The Fear of Failure keeps many from attempting new...
Apr 22, 20173 min read


CBS / KMOX Interview with Fred Miller
C-Speak: The Language Of Executives In this CBS/KMOX C-Speak Podcast, Mark Reardon, KMOX, and Michael Scully, regional president of PNC...
Apr 2, 20171 min read


Practice the STICKY SPOTS . . .
To practice on, or eliminate, “Sticky Spots” you must first know where they are.
Mar 20, 20174 min read


Lessons from Coaching Clients. . .
https://nosweatpublicspeaking.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Lessons-from-Clients.mp3 Are Worth Sharing! I’ve been coaching a long time...
Dec 26, 20163 min read


Practicing Is Not Optional If. . .
https://nosweatpublicspeaking.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Practicing.mp3 You Want to Give a Great Presentation! Think about this: •...
Nov 27, 20165 min read


Jim McCraigh, The Consultants Connection, Interviews. . .
Me! Jim McCraigh is the founder of The Consultants Connection, a professional group he formed to help consultants get more clients....
Oct 31, 20161 min read


Three TIPS to Improve Presentations:
Those Tips are: Observe – Practice – Speak! Observe There are many options to observe speakers, on and off-line. Regularly,...
Oct 24, 20163 min read


Speakers: NOW, There ARE Apps. . .
0For THAT! Over five years ago, I wrote a post, “There’s NO App for That!” Things change. NOW, there ARE apps for THAT and MORE. . . For...
Sep 14, 20164 min read


Your Competition Has Set the Bar. . .
LOW! Very Low! Amazing as it seems, it doesn’t take much to stand head and shoulders above your competition. This applies to most things...
Aug 22, 20163 min read


Teleprompter or Not?
oIt Depends. . . President Obama is a master at using the teleprompter. I don’t believe anyone does it better. He doesn’t just “read” the...
Aug 8, 20163 min read


One of the Greatest Fears of Public Speaking is. . .
“I’ve Got Nothing to Talk About!” “The audience probably knows way more than I do about the topic. If they don’t fall asleep during my...
May 23, 20163 min read


Practicing: Video Tips that. . .
If you want to become a better speaker, these are my two best tips:
1. Practice – Practice – Practice.
2. Speak – Speak – Speak.
May 16, 20162 min read


Slide Basics: Dos and. . .
Don’ts! Transcript Fred Miller, “NO SWEAT Public Speaking!” This video is about Slide Basics: Dos and Don’ts! The bottom line with all...
May 9, 20165 min read


Speakers: Authenticity Connects. . .
0You to Your Audience! WE’RE IN THE ELECTION SEASON! Candidates are debating and delivering speeches. Speakers can learn from comments...
Mar 14, 20163 min read


Speakers: Perfection in Your Presentation is . . .
0Not Necessary! If you’re in a marching band, you better be in step with your fellow band members. If you are in a play, chorus, or...
Feb 8, 20163 min read
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