Editorial Contributions
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.
18 publications
Presentation Skills
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…
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Have you ever been driving and realized you can't remember how you got there? "Highway Hypnosis" can happen to our audience even when we're doing a great job. By using the power of repetition,…
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This article explains a helpful technique called chunking. Chunking is a great method for 10-15 minute presentations. Chunking enhances memory by grouping information into manageable sections. This method simplifies preparation, reduces stress, and improves…
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“We suffer more often in imagination than in reality.” If you’re feeling anxiety leading up to an important speech or presentation, you can take solace in Seneca’s words. And if your heart is racing…
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Quick, think of a super confident public speaker. Robbins. Jobs. Any late night TV host. Most of us look at those professionals and wonder how they manage to do it. Whether you’re terrified of…
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I was in the middle of responding to a post on Reddit’s r/PublicSpeaking sub and realized that like always, I was writing a book instead of a short helpful post. With so much to…
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In the vibrant tapestry of event production, one thread often holds the entire event together: the speaker. Like an artist with a brush or a conductor wielding a baton, the choice of speaker can…
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Public Speaking Fears and Illiteracy Do you struggle with a crippling fear of public speaking? Most do. As Jerry Seinfeld famously pointed out that it’s people’s #1 fear. “According to most studies, people’s number…
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What world lies beyond that stormy sea I do not know, but every ocean has a distant shore, and I shall reach it. Cesare Pavese The open ocean promised untold riches, or a cold…
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Do you have public speaking anxiety? These anxieties often fade quickly if you can get into a rhythm. This story illustrates how this process can happen
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