Your Hands Are Part of the Message: The Science of Gesture, Credibility and Presence

23 February 2026 / All Posts, Body Language, Featured, Job Interviews, Presentations, Productive Meetings

Most people think gestures are the garnish of communication but the research says the opposite. You need movement online and in-person. Here's why.

Three Short Talks That Stop the Waffle and Start the Influence

1 February 2026 / All Posts, Featured, Influencing and Persuasion, Presentations

Here are three stuctures to make your presenting skills sharp, especially as as Senior Leader. No more padding, or missing the mark for Board Briefings, Inspirational Talks and Proposals.

Stage Fright in Disguise: The Presentation Poses That Give You Away

26 January 2026 / All Posts, Featured, Presentations

Here are the 8 poses that scream "I don't want to be here!" They're so common but most people have no idea they're falling into these physical traps. Here are those poses plus how to look more comfortable in your own skin within those vital first few minutes.

Presenting with Impact: The Four Modes That Move a Room

17 January 2026 / All Posts, Effective Communication, Featured, Presentations

Most speakers lose engagement as they're stuck in one gear. Here's how to find your default and expand your range.

Escape the Drama: The Psychology of Difficult Conversations at Work

9 January 2026 / All Posts, Effective Communication, Featured, Influencing and Persuasion

If you're trapped in challenging interpersonal interactions, you're probably in the Drama Triangle. Discover what it is and how to get out of it.

How to Brief Your Team in 90 Seconds (Without Losing Them)

14 December 2025 / All Posts, Effective Communication, Email Communication, Featured, Presentations

You've only got a 90 seconds to tell your team what you're working on but everything feels relevant. Use this 3-step structure to share your project clearly.

Your Story Isn’t Boring But Your Take Might Be

7 December 2025 / All Posts, Effective Communication, Featured, Storytelling

If you miss out this subtle ingredient in your storytelling, it doesn't matter tight the structure is, it'll flop.

Signal Shifts: Non-Verbal Cues That Make Others Want to Follow

30 November 2025 / All Posts, Body Language, Effective Communication, Featured

Non-verbal communication is vital when managing or leading others but is often a very much neglected area of leadership skills....

The Power (and Peril) of “You” in Communication

22 November 2025 / All Posts, Effective Communication, Featured

"You're a problem." "You're the best", "I want a word with YOU." 'You' is one of the most potent words in communication. Here's how to use it wisely - and when to avoid it.

From Stuck to Stepping Up: A Manager’s Guide to the Motivation Ladder

16 November 2025 / All Posts, Effective Communication, Featured

Use this framework to rapidly pinpoint your team's challenges in completing tasks and what drives them, plus remove your own blocks to action.

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