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How 15ft Taught Me The Mindset of Public Speaking
The response of my classmates to their public speaking assignments taught me more than any textbook ever could
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Jeremy Ross
Jeremy Ross is a Media Relations professional that has helped people communicate with the public in exciting and different ways, both online and in traditional media outlets. His 10-year career in PR has reached across industries from entertainment to public affairs. His work has included national stories with outlets like CNN, Fox News and The Daily Beast. He studied Digital Media and Marketing strategy at the University of Illinois and UC Davis. Jeremy is also an artist and writer, and divides his time between creative pursuits and volunteer work.
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Why Does Self Awareness Spike During Public Speaking?
Have you ever walked into a room completely relaxed, carrying on conversations without a second thought… and then someone hands you a microphone? It’s terrifying how fast your brain changes. Suddenly you’re aware of everything- your hands, your breathing, the way you’re standing. “Does my voice sound strange?!” “That pause lasted too long!” It’s like […]
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What You Need to Launch Your Speaking Career in 2026
It’s a tough moment when you decide to take your speaking seriously. You already know how to stand in front of people. You’ve led meetings. Run workshops. Trained teams. Maybe even keynoted a conference or two. But the minute you try to turn that into a “speaking business,” everything suddenly feels very official. Websites. Videos. […]
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“HI” Energy: Speaking With Genuine Warmth
The most crucial moment of a public presentation is the first 3 minutes. Not only do psychologists say that people can judge you within 7 seconds of meeting you, but your introduction sets the tone and can help you settle your nerves. So it’s obviously very important to get the best response from the room […]
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Dude, Where Are We? Using Repetition to Keep Your Audience Engaged
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