by Doreen Downing | Dec 23, 2015 | Authentic Speaking, Events & Programs, Find Your Voice Blog, Leadership and Public Speaking, Professional Speakers
Make A Connection Recently I took the opportunity to remind a group of professional speakers that being a powerful and authentic speaker is not so much about what they have to say, it’s more about the connection they can make with their listeners. These professionals,...
by Doreen Downing | Jan 28, 2015 | Find Your Voice Blog, Presence and public speaking, Public Speaking Tips
When You Connect to Your Essence, Your Voice is Pure and Powerful I think one has to first believe that within their own body/self/soul there is a core essence that is powerful, pure, and positive. But how do you find and connect with that state of being within?...
by Doreen Downing | Jan 17, 2015 | 7 Steps to Fearless Speaking, Find Your Voice Blog, Public Speaking Tips
You Can Be Yourself and Speak Without Fear Fearless speaking takes confidence to express yourself and speak in any situation. It is liberating. When you know who you are, then a strength from within guides and supports you as you face life’s daily challenges....
by Doreen Downing | Jan 7, 2015 | 7 Steps to Fearless Speaking, Fear of Speaking, Find Your Voice Blog, Public Speaking Tips, Self Talk
As a Psychologist, the listening I offer is deep, arises from my heart, is full of curiosity, and does not judge. This pure quality of deep listening allows people to feel safe and gives them the courage to speak without fear. What I’ve noticed is that most...
by Doreen Downing | Jan 4, 2015 | Fear of Speaking, Find Your Voice Blog, Public Speaking Tips, Speaking to Groups
I used to be very uncomfortable with eye-to-eye contact. It was awkward and made me feel uneasy, especially if I didn’t know the person. So speaking in front of a group was even more challenging since there were so many eyes staring back at me. Standing in front...
