Global Gurus Top 30
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 […]
PSA Keynote Speaker of the Year!
PSA KEYNOTE SPEAKER OF THE YEAR! – 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 […]
Presenters Are Winners
PRESENTERS ARE WINNERS – 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 […]
Why Women are Not Heard in Corporate Culture
Why Women are Not Heard in Corporate Culture – Prejudice against women in the workplace is unfortunately a factor we must face as we navigate our corporate careers. In this blog I will outline what you should be aware of that might be working against you as you climb the ladder, especially when presenting. It […]
Words That Don’t Work In Presentations
WORDS THAT DON’T WORK IN PRESENTATIONS – Women have it hard enough as it is fighting the stereotypes of corporate leadership. Recent research published in the Harvard Business Review showed that: ‘leaders who use humour are able to increase their employees’ performance and job satisfaction. . . However, women may actually be harmed by using humour at work.’ What! As […]
The Duchenne Smile
The Duchenne Smile – Whenever you communicate, your body language and voice are being interpreted in ways that can make, break or change your message. So, it only makes sense that those who can communicate more effectively and evoke trust within their listeners are better suited to career success! Today I want to share with […]
Trump’s Cult Appeal
Trump’s Cult Appeal – Nothing in Trump’s body language or voice is an accident. Many of his skills date back to Ancient Rome, but in our digital world they are an anathema to many, giving those that own them a distinct advantage and, those who don’t, the disadvantage of poor communication and, like the […]
What is second horse syndrome?
You know one of the things is it’s not always men against women when it comes to bullying. There are many situations where it’s a woman who is one of the strongest bullies. And I call this second horse syndrome. I own two horses that have been together for over a decade. Sir […]
What you can learn about high profile people by their body language?
What you can learn about high profile people by their body language? – I find it absolutely fascinating to watch leaders and those who are high profile and, in the media, often. We can learn so much from analysing their voice and body language, including what examples we would like to emulate and what should be […]
Why you should warm up before using your voice?
Why you should warm up before using your voice? – Voice is a choice! So many people think they are stuck with the voice they have; they hate their sound, or they haven’t even considered the impact of their current vocal strategies. How we present ourselves is intrinsically wrapped up in our voice. Much of […]