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Taming the Butterflies

If you’re human, you likely get nervous when you are asked to take the stage or speak from a place of authority in front of others.  Even something as innocuous as introducing ourselves around a table can make the butterflies take flight.  The physical symptoms of nervousness take a lot of shapes but can include a racing heartbeat, clammy palms, …

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Public Speaking is Not an Option

Warren Buffet once said, “The most important professional business skill is public speaking.” I agree. Being successful professionally is directly linked to the level of influence you have with the people you work with and serve. If you have influence, then you can create positive change; positive change is what every business wants and needs. Even college students fresh out …

Side gigs

I’m often asked by professionals, clinicians, and friends who attend my lectures how someone can become a speaker. In many ways, it’s really not that hard, and there is always room on the platform for anyone with a unique, interesting, helpful, and encouraging point-of-view. It does take some commitment and work to clarify your message, hone your speaking skills to …

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The Most Important Business Tool

Warren Buffet was recently asked what he felt the number one necessary business skill was today. His answer? Public speaking. In much of our work here at LionSpeak with corporate executive teams or sales teams, I agree 100%. But, I wondered. Would that also apply to my other primary market of dentists, veterinarians, and other discretionary healthcare providers? They are …