Give It A Try

To learn anything, we have to try. At the very least. Try is one of the weakest of all efforts. However, we don't want to underestimate it as a step in a good direction. Webster dictionary defines try as 'to make an attempt at.' In order to give your capability a fair chance, next time you are sitting in a learning environment, be sure you are fueled (you have eaten); be sure you are rested (you have...

Generosity: A Communication Skills Tip

When actors share the stage, it is essential for them to be empathetic to their fellow performers. Learning to listen is an act of generosity. A good actor fine-tunes his preceptors and his energy field literally expands in order to include others. A good actress brings her expression to another level when she openly looks to give herself to the moment, to her fellow actors and to the script. It is impossible to...

Transforming Insecurity Into Powerful Communication

I know that when I feel insecure, I don’t always project the image I desire. Or, even worse, I may not speak up to make a point. My voice gets restricted, I feel tense in my shoulders and I hold my breath. I am aware of the change in my behavior because I have a heightened sense of myself due to my training as a performer. The good news is, we can all remedy our insecurity. First by noticing how it shows up....

Presenting Effectively

Have you heard that when you make unnecessary movements when presenting, you lose important energy that could be channeled into your message? So often we find ourselves playing with coins in our pocket, rubbing our hands together nervously or shaking our leg under the table. All of these actions subconsciously distract us from focusing on our message. Next time you notice yourself making movements that don’t...