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Latest Articles from Wade Paterson
Busting myths about public speaking

Busting myths about public speaking

Nov 13, 2023 / 11:00 am

We’ve all heard various pieces of advice about public speaking, but how many of these tips and tricks are actually myths? This month, I will debunk four...

Public speaking tips for introverts

Public speaking tips for introverts

Oct 16, 2023 / 11:00 am

I consider myself to be an introverted person. That may seem odd considering my YouTube channel and monthly Castanet column is dedicated to encouraging people...

Get over your fear of recording video content

Get over your fear of recording video content

Sep 18, 2023 / 11:00 am

Let’s pretend you need to change the battery in your vehicle, but you’ve never done it before and you’re not exactly mechanically inclined....

Five ways to create a persuasive speech?

Five ways to create a persuasive speech?

Aug 21, 2023 / 11:00 am

The term “persuasion” can sometimes have a negative connotation. But persuading somebody to do something we truly believe in isn’t a bad...

Answering a Toastmasters Table Topics question

Answering a Toastmasters Table Topics question

Jul 24, 2023 / 11:00 am

“What is a hormone that has given you challenges recently?” Imagine being asked that question and then, within seconds, a room full of people begin...

Mastering the five essentials of public speaking

Mastering the five essentials of public speaking

Jun 26, 2023 / 11:00 am

Over the past decade, I’ve worked hard to improve my public speaking skills. Throughout that time, I’ve observed there are five essential categories...

Handling difficult audience questions?

Handling difficult audience questions?

May 29, 2023 / 11:00 am

One of the most difficult aspects of public speaking is handling questions that may come from your audience after you’ve delivered your presentation. For...

How to keep your audience engaged

How to keep your audience engaged

May 1, 2023 / 11:00 am

People’s attention spans seem to keep getting shorter and shorter. In fact, you are probably already debating whether you’re going to continue...

Self-deprecation and humour are powerful talking tools

Self-deprecation and humour are powerful talking tools

Apr 3, 2023 / 11:00 am

What’s your most embarrassing story? While many people cringe at the thought of reliving an embarrassing moment, what I’ve come to realize is that...

Real life skills you gain from Toastmasters?

Real life skills you gain from Toastmasters?

Mar 6, 2023 / 11:00 am

Within a typical Toastmasters meeting, there are a number of different roles that club members can sign up for. A few examples are: Toastmaster, Humourist,...

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