Unlock the secrets to commanding a room with Lenora Edwards, a board-certified speech-language pathologist with over 15 years of experience. In this episode, Lenora shares expert tips on improving your public speaking skills, from enhancing speech clarity and cognitive sequencing to refining voice quality through posture, breath control, and intentional pauses. You'll discover practical strategies to boost your confidence and communicate more effectively in any setting.
We also dive into vocal health and its impact on your communication. Lenora offers essential tips on caring for your voice, managing pitch, and projecting confidence through tone. Learn how small adjustments can make a big difference in how you're perceived, and pick up actionable advice to make your message more memorable. Whether you're a seasoned speaker or just starting out, this episode delivers valuable insights for elevating your public speaking game.
NOTABLE QUOTES
"Intentional pausing can be such a beautiful technique because you allow other people to process what you're saying " – Lenora
"The pressure is a privilege and it's exciting." – Lenora
"Your voice is your tool." – Lenora
"It's very important to be able to control your voice and how you end the sentence." – Lenora
"Go in with the intention to practice." – Lenora
"Because of the emphasis that you put on the certain word, it actually can change that sentence." – Philip
"If you want to get better at [speaking], hit that record button, because that will be your best teacher." – Lenora
"Using your hands and your body to express the words as well will really help the audience be able to understand what you're talking about." – Philip
"You want to find a way to articulate your message in a way that's relatable, in a way that's engaging." – Lenora
RESOURCES
Lenora
Website: https://www.betterspeech.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lenora-edwards-m-s-941b1452
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LenoraEdwardsDTBHorizons
Philip
Digital Course: https://www.speakingsessions.com/digital-course
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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philipsessions
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-sessions-b2986563/
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