Reflections
A Blog By Jessica Sloane
In my blog I share what it has meant to me to travel on this communication journey. i started as a shy child with a speech impediment and found my courage to share while living abroad. here is where you will find my memories and musing around all things public speaking.
HOW TO FIND PUBLIC SPEAKING & STORYTELLING TOPICS
A Practical Guide for Speakers, Creators & Communicators Here is a guide to help you illuminate what speaking topics seem interesting for you. Check out these prompts and see what you could start talking about today. 1. Start With What You Know The easiest and most compelling topics come from experiences, knowledge, and skills you…
Title: Speak It Into Existence: Setting Public Speaking Goals for the New Year
As the calendar flips to a brand-new year, many of us are thinking about how we can grow—personally, professionally, and creatively. While fitness goals, budgeting plans, and reading lists usually top the list, there’s one transformative resolution that often gets overlooked: improving your public speaking skills. Whether you’re leading meetings, presenting to clients, or simply…
The Real Prize: What Competitive Public Speaking Teaches Us Beyond Winning
It wasn’t long after joining Toastmasters that I decided to jump into speaking competitions. I said to myself “Theres nothing to lose in doing this.” I didn’t know it then, but I have learned so much from participating in speaking competitions and I encourage anyone whose interested to do it. When people hear the phrase…