March 2025

Speaking Like a Leader: How to Command and Impact Any Audience

Introduction Public speaking is not just about standing in front of people and delivering words; it’s about commanding attention, influencing minds, and leaving a lasting impact. The best leaders don’t just talk, they inspire action. But how do they do it? Is it a natural talent, or can it be learned? As a public speech […]

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Common Public Speaking Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Public speaking is an essential skill for personal, academic, and professional growth. Yet, many speakers struggle with confidence, delivery, and audience engagement. Whether you’re a student, teacher, or corporate professional, understanding common public speaking mistakes can significantly improve your effectiveness. As a professional teacher and public speech trainer, I have seen how poor public speaking

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The Joint Effort of Schools and Parents in a Child’s Academics

The Power of Collaboration in Education Many parents believe that their role in their child’s education ends at paying school fees, providing school supplies, and attending end-of-term meetings. However, a child’s academic journey requires more than financial investment, it demands emotional, intellectual, and moral support. Schools and parents must work together to nurture a confident

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The Hidden Barrier to Academic Success: Confidence

The Hidden Barrier to Academic Success: Confidence As a professional teacher and public speech trainer with 19 years of experience, I have worked with students from different backgrounds, learning abilities, and confidence levels. Over the years, one undeniable truth has stood out, confidence is just as crucial as intelligence when it comes to academic success.

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Beyond the Cane: Alternatives to corporal punishments in children.

Positive discipline, a tool to building confidence I have spent 19 years as a professional teacher and public speech trainer, helping children, adults, and corporate professionals gain confidence and self-expression. Over the years, I have witnessed firsthand the devastating effects of corporal punishment on children’s self-esteem, both at home and in schools. I have worked

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The Systematic Neglect of “Slow Learners” in Favour of Gifted Ones.

Bridging the Gap Between Gifted and Less Gifted Learners In my years as an educator and public speech trainer, I have seen a troubling pattern unfold in many schools: The celebration of gifted students while the less gifted or slow learners are sidelined. Schools take pride in showcasing their best and brightest, those who grasp

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Schools Are Killing Children’s Creativity and Confidence

As an educator with over 18 years of experience, I have had the privilege of working with children from different backgrounds and education systems. I have observed firsthand how students develop or fail to develop the confidence and creativity they need to thrive. And unfortunately, what I have seen is alarming. Schools, which are meant

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TR. ARTHUR: Misconceptions About Public Speaking

The Lies That Make You Nervous in public As a public speaking trainer, I have worked with countless individuals, students, professionals, even CEOs who struggle with stage fright and nervousness. When I ask them why they fear public speaking, their responses are often the same: These fears are not based on truth, they are misconceptions

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Where Parents Get It Wrong: The Overlooked Gift of Confidence

As a public speaking trainer and professional teacher, I have worked with thousands including children, youth, and adults, helping them find their voices and overcome the fear of speaking. But over the years, I’ve also noticed a troubling pattern, many parents unknowingly set their children up for future struggles by focusing on the wrong priorities

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Beyond Grades: Why Schools Must Prioritize Confidence and Self-Expression

I have watched it happen over and over again as bright, intelligent children excelling in exams yet struggling to introduce themselves in a room full of people. Their report cards may boast top scores, but when asked to express a simple idea, they shrink into silence. Schools proudly display their students’ academic achievements, celebrating high

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