Articles on communication and public speaking
Lessons on presenting, listening and speaking up, from speaking coaches, public figures and the Presentr team.
- Your Next Interviewer Might Be an AI: What to Know
Learn how AI job interviews work, what candidates can ask under current laws, and how to practice speaking clearly without human cues.
- Your voice in languages you don’t speak: What AI dubbing changes
What AI dubbing means for creators, from trust and translation errors to voice-cloning consent, platform labels, and a safe first test.
- Is Gen Z’s use of social media changing the way we communicate?
This is a guest blog by Presentr intern, Kathryn Salort This summer I landed myself an internship at Presentr, a technology and training company focused on…
- What have we learned from the pandemic when it comes to communicating?
What have we learned from the pandemic when it comes to communicating? Published by Tammy Palazzo on November 13, 2020. Read and share on Medium . “The key to…
- Episode 16: How To Become A Public Speaking DIVA – Shola Kaye
On today’s show we welcome Shola Kaye, a personal impact coach, keynote speaker, and author of How to be a D.I.V.A. at Public Speaking. She is known for using…
- Episode 15: Is The Fear Of Public Speaking Phobia An Anxiety Disorder Or Learned Behavior?
Glossophobia is the cool and scientific name for the fear of public speaking. It is believed to affect up to 75% of the population, making it one of the most…
- Episode 14: Public Speaking And Happiness: An Interview With The World’s First Chief…
On today’s show we welcome Arnaud Collery, a multifaceted coach, entertainer, emcee, comedian, filmmaker, entrepreneur, and innovator. He is also known as a…
- 4 Simple Steps To Effective Listening From A Public Speaking Coach
I often travel for business and my husband always picks me up from the airport when I return. Even though we talk on the phone each day while I’m out of town…
- Networking Sucks (And Why You Should Do It Anyway)
My father, a first-generation Italian-American loved to preach about how “it’s not about what you know but, who you know.” Given that my dad dropped out of…
- Episode 13: Inside Silicon Valley’s Gender Bias: Helping Female Entrepreneurs Secure…
On today’s show we welcome Lakshmi Balachandra, a Professor of Entrepreneurship at Babson College and an International Diana Institute Research Fellow at…
- A Candid Look At The Fear Of Public Speaking: Communication Expert Opens Up About Her…
A communication expert on her lifelong fear of public speaking, from the flop sweat scene in Broadcast News to how she learned to manage her nerves.
- How Mastering Communication Skills Helped Elizabeth Holmes Scam $900 Million From…
How Elizabeth Holmes used a Steve Jobs persona and an altered voice to win over Silicon Valley, updated for the 2026 documentary You Can See Everything.
- The Plights of a Middle-Aged Female Founder: A Letter to Venture Capitalists
I am a female co-founder of a technology startup. This means that I’m somewhat of a unicorn. It’s not news that women are severely underrepresented in founder…
- Communication Skills Got My Son Into College. No Bribery Required.
As the parent of two teenagers, one who just finished the college admissions process, I was justifiably outraged at the news of the college admissions scandal…
- Episode 12: The Secrets Of Becoming A Great Speaker – Carmine Gallo
Podcast: Carmine Gallo, author of Talk Like TED and The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs, on his top tips for becoming a better public speaker.
- Pitching Your Business to an Investor? Stop Practicing Your Pitch and Start Telling Your…
As startup founders with a product designed to help people improve their communication skills, my partner and I assumed pitching investors was one worry we…
- Co-Founding a Startup With Your Best Friend? Read This First
My co-founder, Tim Wikstrom, and I had been friends for several years before we began our startup. We had worked together, formed a very close friendship and…
- Does a British Accent Make You a Better Speaker? A Lesson From ‘Friends’
If you’re a fan of Friends like we are, you might remember that time when Ross became a professor and gave his first lecture. First, he met his pals at…
- Confessions of a Public Speaking Trainer: ‘See Yourself Through the Eyes of Others’
A public speaking trainer on comparing yourself to others, self-compassion, and seeing yourself through the eyes of your audience.
- What Melissa McCarthy Can Teach Us About Our Irrational Fear of Public Speaking
What Melissa McCarthy's disastrous speech in Life of the Party teaches about the fear of public speaking, and why the worst case rarely happens.
- Trick Your Brain Into Giving Better Presentations With One Simple Exercise
Have you ever shopped for a specific model of car and then suddenly, on the road, noticed that car is everywhere? Or, perhaps, you have been thinking about…
- Why Teaching Teens Face-To-Face Communication Skills Is More Important Than Ever
Why teaching teenagers face-to-face communication skills matters more than ever, from a communication expert and parent of two teenage boys.
- Episode 10: The Power Of Authentic Communication Across Cultures And Generations – Dr…
On today’s show we welcome Dr. Jennie Walker, Global Leadership Consultant and Author at Luminary Global, and Lead Faculty for M.A. in Organizational…
- Episode 11: The 7 Deadly Sins Of Speaking (And What To Do Instead) – Julian Treasure
Podcast: sound expert and five-time TED speaker Julian Treasure on listening, the seven deadly sins of speaking, and his book How to be Heard.
- How To Communicate Effectively While Navigating Airport Security
A frequent flyer on the unspoken rules of talking to TSA, staying polite with authority, and a close call over photos taken in the security line.
- Trick Or Treat: An Unlikely Lesson In Communication
Just the other day I happened to wake up early. That is unusual for an engineering student. After a long time I could witness the sunrise. I could feel the…
- Episode 9: How Pro Athletes Are Learning Improv & Game Theory To Become Stronger…
On today’s show we welcome Blair Dalton-Bloomston, Partner and VP of Business Development at game on NATION. Topics include: • Game theory, improvisation, and…
- How To Build Healthy Relationships From The Boardroom To The Bedroom
Just the other day I happened to wake up early. That is unusual for an engineering student. After a long time I could witness the sunrise. I could feel the…
- The Magic Of Communication: An Enchanting Lesson From Harry Potter
What Harry Potter teaches about presenting: how the young wizards use words and inflection, and why practice and mistakes make a talk work like a spell.
- Episode 8: The Evolution Of Communication In The Corporate Environment – Valorie Rivero
On today’s show we welcome Valorie Rivero, the Principal Consultant of WestWhile. Topics include: Valorie’s role as Principal Consultant at WestWhile and how…
- The Unspoken Truth Behind SNL’s Cultural Satire
Why Saturday Night Live's satire works: it's not only what the cast says but how they say it. A speaking coach on delivery and nonverbal communication.
- This One Practical Skill Will Make You Profit In The Gig Economy
Just the other day I happened to wake up early. That is unusual for an engineering student. After a long time I could witness the sunrise. I could feel the…
- Communication Experts Examine The Ford-Kavanaugh Hearings
Just the other day I happened to wake up early. That is unusual for an engineering student. After a long time I could witness the sunrise. I could feel the…
- Episode 7: Closing The Communication Skills Gap – Jennifer Neumaier
On today’s show we welcome Jennifer Neumaier, Enterprise Sales Manager, Learning Solutions at LinkedIn, and Strategic Advisor for Presentr. Topics include…
- Why Every Great Leader Must Become A Great Communicator
Just the other day I happened to wake up early. That is unusual for an engineering student. After a long time I could witness the sunrise. I could feel the…
- Episode 6: Uncovering The Power Of Internal Communication – Jennifer Sproul
On today’s show we welcome Jennifer Sproul, Chief Executive at the Institute of Internal Communications (IoIC). Topics include: An introduction to the…
- 3 Simple Tips To Nail Your Pitch And Win Over Investors
Just the other day I happened to wake up early. That is unusual for an engineering student. After a long time I could witness the sunrise. I could feel the…
- Emmys 2018: The Top Speeches Recapped By Communication Skills Experts
Just the other day I happened to wake up early. That is unusual for an engineering student. After a long time I could witness the sunrise. I could feel the…
- Episode 5: Inspiring People To Speak Up And Make An Impact With Their Work – Monica Mo
On today’s show we welcome Monica Mo, the CEO and founder of WellSeek. Topics include: Monica’s background, college years, and why she began her career in…
- Episode 4: How To Communicate While Networking And Make Mindful Connections With New…
On today’s show we welcome Michael Roderick, founder and CEO of Small Pond Enterprises and founder of ConnectorCon. Topics include: Learning new material…
- Episode 3: Insider Tips For Becoming A Better Communicator And Launching A Podcast –…
On today’s show we welcome Neil Mody, CEO and Founder of SpareMin. Topics include: Content and technology: the intersection of Neil’s two loves. Why search…
- Episode 2: Why Great Speakers Are The Ones Who Can Be Themselves – Frans Johansson
On today’s show we welcome Frans Johansson, author of The Medici Effect and The Click Moment, thought leader, and CEO of the Medici Group. Topics include: The…
- Episode 1: How To Communicate Successfully In A Startup Environment – Zach Ferres
On today’s episode we welcome Zach Ferres, CEO of Coplex. Topics include: Zach’s background in college and early career in entrepreneurship. Building a dream…