On Balloons
A balloon is a simple toy that delights the heart of any child. Be it a festival season, or a day in the park or at the beach; we find the eyes of children eagerly scan everywhere for balloons.… Read the rest
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A balloon is a simple toy that delights the heart of any child. Be it a festival season, or a day in the park or at the beach; we find the eyes of children eagerly scan everywhere for balloons.… Read the rest
Good Afternoon Friends,
I stand here today to speak to you because of what happened this morning. One of our classmates had to leave the class in tears.… Read the rest
The computer will soon replace the book
Intro
Computers will soon replace the book is a topic of debate. It is highly relevant in this fast paced world where technology has changed the way man thinks and acts.… Read the rest
I am sorry.
It takes courage to say those words. For you are taking responsibility for what went wrong.
I am sorry.… Read the rest
1. Prepare
No amount of talent or ability is of use until it goes through thorough preparation. The more you try to dig into a subject the more it becomes part of you.… Read the rest
Thank you comes at the end of speeches. But it is good if it comes first in your heart.
Life is busy for everyone.… Read the rest
Stories have got great power in communication. Primarily we need to understand that a well-told story is a complete piece of communication.… Read the rest
Listening is one key to success in life that is neglected often.
When you listen you gather vital information that can come to be useful in making correct decisions.… Read the rest
“You look beautiful in this dress today. It fits you perfectly.”
“You showed great courage in honestly admitting that you committed that mistake.”… Read the rest
Influence is one key measure of leadership. It is often achieved through how a leader communicates.
A leader who is always busy and doesn’t have time for the individual is already out of the competition.… Read the rest
Eyes can speak without words. It can express love, hate, anger, excitement and so on. Therefore it is the speakers best connect with audiences.… Read the rest
How to talk on such an occasion is difficult to say. Emotions play a major role. But still some guidelines might help.… Read the rest
Have you ever wondered why even though there are plenty of leaders only a few create impact?
All these leaders have a vision, they have strategies and plans, they have organisational backing, and they have followers too in plenty.… Read the rest
When was the last time you asked an intelligent question? Why is that the frequency of your questions decreased as you grew from a child to an adult?… Read the rest
Magicians communicate effectively. In other words without using words with felicity, one cannot be a successful magician.
A magician is an excellent public speaker.… Read the rest
Respected teachers and my dear friends,
A warm good morning to one and all.
If you ask people about the proudest moment of their lives, they come up with a variety of responses.… Read the rest
No one can hold audiences spell bound without giving due attention to how he uses his body to communicate. It is proved beyond doubt that the way one uses one’s body to communicate can enhance the appeal of any message.… Read the rest
Isn’t it interesting that how to choose a topic is itself a topic? Here are some ways tips to choose a topic:
First of all, focus on the audience you are going to talk to.… Read the rest
Imaginary reporting for TV Channel when Augustus Caesear ruled Rome:
Timeline: Between B.C. 6 and B.C. 4
“Angelic activity on a scale never known before was reported around midnight at the open fields outside Bethlehem.… Read the rest
You can compere to your heart’s content and your audience’s delight as you follow these 7 steps:
Words serve as signposts while compering. They are to be used sparingly. As King Solomon wrote: “The more the words, the less the meaning, and how does that profit anyone?”… Read the rest
You can read this true story of how I lost a crucial interview on LinkedIn.
Sometimes the blind spot (what the interviewer considers as most important or his/her passion, hobby etc.)… Read the rest
“A thing of beauty is a joy for ever,”
so wrote John Keats. As far as a speaker is concerned, the opportunity to act as a compere for a programme is a great joy.… Read the rest