Successfully Speaking

10/16/2025

I had the opportunity to speak with the Leadership Wilmington Alumni Council at the Chamber of Commerce. What a great group of leaders with insightful questions and input! We discussed "Are You Listening? The OLE' Approach to Communication." Thank you Laura Brogdon-Primavera, M.Ed.,CCLP for this opportunity.

10/14/2025

How often do you hear or use idioms at work? Although frequently used, idioms may be confusing for non-native English speakers and even some native speakers. We need to find ways to express ourselves without use of this figurative language. Be more mindful and ensure that our listeners are understanding us. As in any type of communication, “Know your audience!”
Write some idioms below that you hear at work.

10/08/2025

International priests are proficient in theology. However, many have difficulty communicating effectively when speaking English. I help priests modify their communication style and accents to deliver their message with confidence, clarity and engagement. Here is an excerpt from a previous workshop.
In this clip, we discussed where to pause in the homily.

I created a workbook called Religiously Speaking: Pronunciation for International Clergy. You can purchase it here:
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10/03/2025

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10/02/2025

Thursday's Public Speaking Tip.

09/26/2025

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09/25/2025

What is the best way to network in person? Do you share your business card or contact information right away?

After living in a location for several decades, I recently moved to another state and began networking with other professionals. It reminded me of the exciting opportunity of making new connections, but also how some people are challenged by this process. How do you stand out (in a good way) and mak

09/25/2025

Thursday's Public Speaking Tip.

09/18/2025

I had the opportunity to conduct the workshop “Speak, Sound, and Look Like a Leader” to professionals in the Wilmington, NC community. Thank you to Compass Pointe Golf Club who provided the meeting space. What a wonderful group with excellent questions and comments! Larry Wilner