Become Well-Spoken in 6 Easy Steps

Posted by Mworks740 • March 13, 2015

Do you find yourself filling gaps in your presentations with filler-words? Maybe you catch yourself using “um” and  “uh” to stop the silence, or completing a thought with “you know?” If this sounds familiar, then this 6-step process is for you! How you speak is a huge component of the impression you make on others,… Read More


So you’ve secured a speaking engagement, now what?

Posted by Mworks740 • May 27, 2013

In my last duo of blog posts (part 1, part 2), I gave readers a quick overview on the value of thought leadership. So let’s conjure up a scenario in which you dedicated yourself to some quality thought leadership, submitted a proposal for an industry conference and landed a speaking gig. How do you take… Read More


Slang and Filler Words to Avoid in Business Conversations

Posted by Mworks740 • August 14, 2012

Whether you are presenting a new proposal, hosting a debate or engaging in professional conversation, there are a few words and phrases you should try to avoid. Using slang or filler words can distract and annoy your audience. More importantly, these words can erode your audience’s confidence in what you have to offer. Avoid the… Read More