Learn hand gestures with TED talks
By Patrick, April 23 2022
Hand gestures can make a difference in your English meetings or next presentation. In this blog post, learn 3 easy ways to incorporate them today!
Speaking skills
Insider advice for professional speaking: Part 3 Holding attention
By James, March 20 2021
Find out how to hold the audience's attention and have a strong presence on stage.
Insider advice for professional speaking: Part 2 Speaking up
By James, March 14 2021
In the previous post on professional speaking, we focused on managing nervousness. This post will look at how to project your voice and speak clearly.
Insider advice for professional speaking: Part 1 Appearing confident
By James, March 06 2021
As a theatre actor, I was so nervous at the start of nearly every show. But over time, I learnt to be confident in front of audiences. Now, let me help you with your speaking.
Beat around the bush
By Pamela, February 03 2020
If someone beats around the bush, they do not talk about a subject in an open or direct way. Instead, they may talk about a lot of irrelevant or unimportant details to avoid getting to the main point. People usually beat around the bush, either consciously or subconsciously, when they are trying to avoid a subject that is sensitive, controversial, or uncomfortable. As a result, the person may approach the topic cautiously by discussing it in a vague or roundabout way.