Celebrating International Day of the Tongue Twister

November 8 is an exciting day for Speech Teachers everywhere. Yes!  Speech teachers have used tongue twister to demonstrate the correct articulation of various speech sounds and to correct speech faults and defects. Performers use Tongue Twisters to warm up perform a performance and. of course, they’re just good fun. So, November 9 is…

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Does Your Speech Need a Makeover?

Does your speech need a makeover? In so many ways technology has been our saviour in these difficult times.  The popularity of virtual meetings and webinars is on the increase. In so many ways that’s a good thing. Now we can settle down in our own safe and comfy spot without the need to…

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Overcoming Podium Panic

Take very deep breaths. DO NOT DRINK ALCOHOL Speak slowly Don’t be concerned about making mistakes - we all do. Have visual aids Have a few notes written on cardboard (not paper) Research shows that, for most people, public speaking is their number 1 fear. However, keep in mind that mostly your audience is…

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