Impact Skills Training Podcast

In this episode we discuss the dangers of how something as basic as standing - can very easily send the wrong non-verbal messages! Tip:  May be better experience for you to watch this video on our YouTube channel.  There the visual demonstrations will certainly help the tips. YouTube link:  https://www.youtube.com/@impactskillstraining1074  In the realm of public speaking, your body language speak...

How important is your voice?  Even if you're the expert in the room, and are an authority in your subject - does it matter if you deliver it in an uninspiring manner and sound flat and dull ? Yes!  Delivery matters 100%. When you step onto the stage or in front of your audience, your voice is your 'musical instrument' - it becomes the vessel for your message. It carries the weight o...

Hi there!  In this episode - one of my favourite skills.  Doing or rather 'saying' nothing!  We talk about the incredible power of the pause.  Why silence really is golden!  The power of a pause when speaking or presenting lies in its ability to command attention, convey confidence, and enhance communication impact.  A well-placed pause can create suspense, emphasize key points, allow fo...

Unleash the captivating force of eye contact with "Eyes of Influence" podcast. Join Laith as he shares expert insights into harnessing the power of your gaze for persuasion in every interaction. Discover practical strategies and techniques to communicate with authority and authenticity, leaving a lasting impact in any business interaction and or personal relationships. Transform your pre...

How to Use Gestures To Support Your Message  Contact us on success@impactskills.com watch our many Training videos here: YouTube link https://www.youtube.com/@impactskillstraining1074 Connect with me on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/laithhofayz/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/impactskills For any of you communication, presentations and leadership skills requirement or traini...

Welcome to "Unleash the Power of of how you LOOK and SOUND" podcast, where we delve into the transformative impact of your visual and vocal presence in effective communication. Join us as we explore how your appearance, body language, and tone of voice can significantly influence how your message is received and perceived. We uncover valuable insights and practical tips on how to enhance...

Hello again - and another Warm Welcome to ImpactSkills podcast! A quick introduction; Welcome to the "Impactskills Podcast," your go-to destination for mastering the art of communication, presentation, and leadership skills. This YouTube channel is dedicated to helping you enhance your professional and personal development through insightful discussions, expert interviews, and practical...

I'm thrilled to be a guest on the incredible Entrepreneurs SOS podcast, where we dive into the art of mastering communication in the digital landscape. Join me on this enlightening journey as we explore strategies to thrive in today's interconnected world. 🌟💬 Discover how to harness the power of storytelling, engage with your audience through various digital platforms, and create an au...

For most of us,  it's been 18 months of Zoom, Teams or Webex meetings & presentations!    IF you are Returning To Your Office - even if it's just 1 or 2 days per week, or even just for a few hours to give a presentation * in-person * at your office, and conference centre or a hotel -   rather than over yet another video call (!!) ... then here's a quick checklist we've alwa...

Contact us on success@impactskills.com watch our many Training videos here: YouTube link https://www.youtube.com/@impactskillstraining1074 Connect with me on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/laithhofayz/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/impactskills For any of you communication, presentations and leadership skills requirement or training - contact us on success@impactskills.com A...

Contact us on success@impactskills.com watch our many Training videos here: YouTube link https://www.youtube.com/@impactskillstraining1074 Connect with me on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/laithhofayz/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/impactskills For any of you communication, presentations and leadership skills requirement or training - contact us on success@impactskills.com A...

Contact us on success@impactskills.com watch our many Training videos here: YouTube link https://www.youtube.com/@impactskillstraining1074 Connect with me on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/laithhofayz/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/impactskills For any of you communication, presentations and leadership skills requirement or training - contact us on success@impactskills.com A...

Pace and Pauses are Fundamental to Articulate a clear Presentation or Public Talk  Contact us on success@impactskills.com watch our many Training videos here: YouTube link https://www.youtube.com/@impactskillstraining1074 Connect with me on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/laithhofayz/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/impactskills For any of you communication, presentations and l...

How To Use Inflection & Intonation To Engage Your Audience Contact us on success@impactskills.com watch our many Training videos here: YouTube link https://www.youtube.com/@impactskillstraining1074 Connect with me on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/laithhofayz/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/impactskills For any of you communication, presentations and leadership skills req...

Meetings or Presentations: The Volume of Your Voice Matters Contact us on success@impactskills.com watch our many Training videos here: YouTube link https://www.youtube.com/@impactskillstraining1074 Connect with me on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/laithhofayz/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/impactskills For any of you communication, presentations and leadership skills requir...

Why Your Stance or Posture when presenting Seated - is so important  Contact us on success@impactskills.com watch our many Training videos here: YouTube link https://www.youtube.com/@impactskillstraining1074 Connect with me on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/laithhofayz/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/impactskills For any of you communication, presentations and leadership skil...

Eye-contact is so important in any communication process.   Giving a  presentation, public talk, speech or a meeting, externally or internally.  It's wonderful way to truly connect with your audience.   Here are a few points to remember: 1.     Perceived eye-contact is critical.   Look directly at centre of your lens minimum 80% of time 2.     Avoid looking at your screen or keyboard - you wi...

Fundamental Tips, Techniques & Tools for Virtual Zoom Meetings and Presentations_PART 3 TECH SET-UP :  How adept & confident are you at using the app ?   1.     Know your chosen application very well (Teams, Zoom, Hangouts, Webex) 2.     Practice using the application features frequently and know the short-cut keys 3.     Always use an ethernet cable if possible (if not, stay very close to...

Welcome to the Fundamental Tips, Techniques & Tools for Virtual Zoom Meetings and Presentations_PART 2 Physical Skills - What your audience See & Hear is critical Sight ·       Look directly at lens minimum 70% of time (avoid looking at screen / keyboard) ·       Smile frequently - a sincere smile will help connect with your audience   ·       Perceived eye-contact critical.  If looking aw...

Welcome to PART 1  of the Fundamental Tips, Techniques & Tools for Virtual Zoom Meetings and Presentations First to note:  is Content is always ‘ context ’ dependent & related.    1.     Connection before Content (‘connect’ with audience first: icebreakers / energizers / warm-ups) 2.     Know your content well – very well – don’t leave this to chance or try to ‘wing it’ ! 3.     Use a powe...

Everybody feels stress before public presentations what we are afraid of:  FEAR is actually a very cleaver acronym: False Evidence  Appearing  Real Most of you fear is generated from simply ‘not  knowing’ you’re intended outcome. You know this may cause embarrassment or humiliation, so it causes you to be fearful.  Public speaking is treated by our brain as one of our  greatest and most stressful...

In the virtual or online world we think it's more challenging to truly connect with our audience, to fully engage with them.   That is simply not the case.   In reality it is very possible!   The challenge is to simply spend 'time' to truly think about Your Audience, and Your Message.   What are you trying to achieve?    Consider how you are going to achieve it?  This requires you t...

The art Story is deeply hardwired in our 100,000 year-old evolutionary brain Attending many Presentations and Seminars I was always astonished at how powerful storytelling really is, and how it made me totally engage with the presenter, and captivated by every words they spoke! I believe we are all ‘Human Beings’ First.  Stories are everywhere-Family, Children, Hobbies, DIY, Sports, Work, Achievem...

Golden Rules for Effective & Engaging ONLINE  Meetings &  Presentations. Be Compelling & Credible, Influence with Integrity Fully Engage Your Online Audience Look & Sound Professional Online  Optimize Your physiology for human-connection  Speak with Credibility & Conviction #virtualpresentations #presenting #presentationskills #presentationtraining #laithhofayz #impactskills #o...

When Presenting online the fundamentals of presenting stay the same!  Best practice 'real world' (face to face) skills do not change.  Simply adapt them to our New Virtual Reality.  You still need to be yourself!  No need to put on a 'persona' or hide behind a facade.   Simplify your slides, modify your delivery skills.  Then, be human (!) be your usual self, minimise distracti...