Yes, even in this online world we still need to gesture! I’m going to share best practice when it comes to gesturing on video meetings, presentation and more. But firstly, why do we gesture? We gesture for 3 reasons.
If you are a woman rising to leadership in any environment be it public or private, you have likely felt friction when stereotyped definitions of a good leader and a good woman clash. In this blog, I will share some of the obstacles women face in leadership positions and what we can do to overcome […]
The missing ingredient is something I’ve noticed in all my years as a professional speaker, leadership coach and body language & behavioural expert. It permeates through our communication channels, it sabotages your impact of what we need to say and it distances you from those with who you need to connect. Its absence is sorely […]
Is the way you speak limiting how you’re perceived by others in your career? Scientific research and my experience as a public speaker and international leadership coach says, yes. In this blog I will share with you two major credibility killers that sabotage you when you speak, and how to address them! Ever heard of […]
Have you ever been speaking only to witness your counterpart carelessly showing signs of boredom or disinterest? It’s disheartening and downright disrespectful, right?! You’ll likely remember this experience, and perhaps view them less fondly in the future. What a pity. Have you ever considered others might think this of you?! In virtual environments like Zoom, […]
Have you ever been constantly interrupted whilst trying to convey your message? It’s terribly frustrating! In today’s corporate culture it can be a real struggle to get our words in, which is why in this blog I’d like to share with you a technique I use and teach for successfully getting your voice heard, no […]
I am very honoured to receive an award for the Global Gurus Top 30 in the Communication category. The letter I received below. Thank you! Dear Dr Louise Congratulations! You have been included in the “Top 30” ranking of Global Gurus and attained the rank #28 in the Communication category. We are all delighted to […]
I was thrilled to win the Professional Speakers Australia (PSA) Keynote Speaker of the Year recently! Below is the announcement from the PSA. “This year, determining our Keynote Presenter Award for Excellence was again a challenge. In a year when our very industry was under threat, we proved our value over and over again, with […]
. . . . . ——————————————————————————————————————– Ep-01 Sam Kekovich ——————————————————————————————————————– . . Although Sam is not the only footballer who transitioned to sports commentary, he certainly is the only one to turn his hand (and mouth) to cultural comedy, brilliant and controversial ‘Lambassador’ for the Australian meat industry and much sought after keynote speaker. . […]
. . . . . ——————————————————————————————————————– Ep-00. Trailer – Sam Kekovich, Jeff Civillico and Cassidy LaCreme highlights ——————————————————————————————————————– A sneak peek… . . Welcome to the Perspectives on Performance (POP) podcast Louise interviews a cavalcade of fellow performers from’ all walks’ in this must listen series, for anyone wanting to enhance their presence or profile. […]
It is not just what you know, but who you know – that much is obvious. But perhaps what is even more powerful is who knows you. And what better way to be known in the brightest light than by presenting and elevating your status of expertise and authority in the eyes of others? In this […]