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Fred E. Miller
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How to Rehearse Effectively Without Sounding Rehearsed
The Goal of Rehearsing
is to rehearse so you know your material so well you can deliver it naturally—like a conversation with your audience.
Aug 103 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


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


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


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.Â
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


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


The Importance of Audience Engagement and How to Achieve It
In person or on-line, your audience has a short attention span. In the realm of public speaking, the magic often lies in the connection...
Apr 8, 20243 min read


Opening Your Presentation
The Opening of your talk sets the stage for the rest of your presentation. LISTEN! I'll use myself and one of my talks in the following...
Mar 15, 20242 min read


Want to Become a Great Speaker? Hire a Coach!
LISTEN! Want to Become Great at Anything? Hire a Coach. In the pursuit of greatness, one common thread among high achievers is their...
Feb 15, 20243 min read


The Art of Presentation Disaster: What NOT to Do
LISTEN! When gearing up for an important presentation, ensuring its success is crucial. Here's a guide on how NOT to prepare, so you can...
Jan 21, 20242 min read


How to Become a Really Good Presenter with Presentation Coaching!
LISTEN! Effective communication is a valuable skill in both our personal and professional lives. Prestentation Coaching helps achieve...
Dec 4, 20233 min read


The Importance of Audience Engagement and How to Achieve It through Presentation Coaching.
Audience Engagement is the currency of the speaking realm.
Nov 12, 20233 min read
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