Author Archives: Lorwai Tan PhD
Public Speaking: What you should know before you open your mouth (Part2)
In this post, we will consider the final three don’ts of public speaking. I have also included some tips on “selling the sizzle” of your message. 4. Enunciate Unless you are at a ventriloquists’ convention, do relax your jaw muscles … Continue reading
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Public Speaking: What you should know before you open your mouth (Part1)
I am preparing a seminar where I will address an audience of professionals, predominantly male members of the medical fraternity. The room screams dark suits (single breasted), cuff links, polished leather pumps and old school ties. I check that my … Continue reading
First Impressions Count
On meeting another person for the first time, we are judged (fairly or otherwise) by our appearances and then when we open our mouths. When you think of ducking down to the local 7Eleven for milk and the newspapers on … Continue reading
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Asking For a Pay Rise
HOW TO GET A PAY RISE It is easier for a company to give good employees a pay rise rather than risk them leaving for another company. Replacing an employee costs time and effort in recruitment, handover and training so … Continue reading