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12 Ways to Compel your Audience when you speak
For your communication to have impact, it must first engage and compel. Here are 12 simple ways to make your English communication more compelling today.
But I am not an English Native Speaker...
A guest piece by Sin Yee Kerk. A wonderfully written story of compassion and overcoming.
English Communication: why Imperfection is Best.
‘Perfection is the enemy of good., the enemy of done, the enemy of progress.’ This blog teases out why imperfect English is better than no English at all.
How to Speak Politely and Soften your Language
Some circumstances call for soft, delicate, polite language. Sensitivity or care is required. For non-native speakers, it can be a tricky skill to master; while the nuances are subtle, the impact can be huge. Here’s one way to speak with more sensitivity today.
5 Simple Ways to Make your English more Inclusive
You might or might not be surprised to hear that non-native English speakers are often excluded from situations, conversations and decisions - with far-reaching implications. This blog suggests 5 adjustments to make your English more inclusive.
5 Easy Ways to Handle Disruptions
Disruptions are part of life, part of business, and part of speaking English. If that’s the case, disruptions should not surprise us or throw us off. Rather, we should anticipate and plan for them. Here’s how.
One Simple Tool to Reduce Perfectionism when Speaking English
Perfectionism is the enemy of progress, according to Voltaire. In the case of speaking a second language, that couldn’t be more true. This explores how to overcome perfectionism, and makes a case for “organisation” when you speak.
The 5 C’S for Engagement when Communicating
Engagement is key - whether when leading meetings, when public speaking or simply when sharing an idea. Without it, there is no buy-in, no dialogue, no creativity, no innovation. This blog explores 5 simple ways to boost engagement.
How to Structure your Communication, so People will Listen
Do you struggle to get your message across? Do you find it difficult to engage your audience? Do you start to speak and forget what you wanted to say? Do you think your communication lacks impact and influence? This blog post has the solution for you.
How to Increase your Impact when you Speak
Impact starts with attention. If you want to increase your level of impact when you speak, start with getting and sustaining attention. This blog explores the theory of the Primacy-Recency Effect as well as giving practical examples to put into action.
How to be Persuasive, Increase Buy-in and Get People On Side
Being persuasive in English can be a challenge for non-native speakers. This blogs explores one simple tool to help you increase buy-in and get people on side today.