Recent Articles in Three Things
July 28, 2022
Finding a place for stories in your next presentation
Storytelling , Presentation Tips , Public Speaking , Three Things
Want to bring more storytelling to your presentations? Here are three places it's easy to start...
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July 13, 2022
Plumped up Presentations: Three kinds of filler you might want to reduce
Public Speaking , Three Things , Presentation Tips
Those seemingly harmless words we repeat can undermine our messages. Here's how you can get filler phrases under control.
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June 6, 2022
Three techniques for telling your story in a job interview
Business Communication , Three Things , Resources
See how techniques we teach in media training and Q&A coaching can help you demonstrate why you're the person they need to hire.
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May 20, 2022
Simple is brilliant: Three presentation mindsets that get in the way
Public Speaking , Three Things , Presentation Tips
Complex work by smart people can inspire awe - or make audiences tune out. Brilliant speaker, is it time for you to embrace the genius of simplicity?
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April 21, 2022
Better than your standard open: Getting an event started
Public Speaking , Presentation Tips , Three Things
What's the best way to connect with your audience when you're not the main attraction? Here are three ways to freshen up those standard welcoming remarks.
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April 7, 2022
When Young Speakers Want to be taken seriously
Public Speaking , Presentation Tips , Three Things
Young professionals bring lots of strengths to presentations, but they worry about credibility. Extra attention to three public speaking fundamentals can help.
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January 11, 2022
Getting started when you don't know where to start
Public Speaking , Presentation Tips , Three Things
Got a presentation to create or a speech to give, but can't find the words? Try these simple ways to give yourself a jump-start.
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December 7, 2021
Three Tips for Better Group Presentations
How To , Presentation Tips , Three Things , Public Speaking
When you have co-presenters, life should be better for everyone. So why are group presentations a challenge? And how can you make your presentation team more effective?
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November 8, 2021
Difficult messages, difficult people: What You Can Do
Business Communication , Three Things
The techniques we use for persuasive presentations can help you with one-on-one communication, too.
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October 25, 2021
Three gestures even reticent speakers can (learn to) love
Gestures & Body Language , Public Speaking , Public Speaking Fear , Presentation Tips , Three Things
Even when gestures can bring a lot to a talk, not every public speaker is comfortable using them. Here are three gestures even the most reluctant presenter can embrace.
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October 13, 2021
Using the Rule of 3 to elevate your presentations
Presentation Tips , How To , Three Things
Children's stories have long used the magic of three, as have famous speeches and romance novels. Now, fashion influencers are jumping on the three-wheeled bandwagon. See how 3 can spice up your public speaking.
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July 16, 2021
Media Training: Who’s Your Audience?
Media Training , Three Things , How To
Training tends to prepare you to meet members of the media with confidence. In the process, don't forget about speaking to your real audience...
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June 15, 2021
Before you Google a quote for that speech
Public Speaking , Three Things , Presentation Tips
Another's turn of phrase may seem just the thing to make your presentation shine. But before you grab that quote from Google, there are a few things you should figure out.
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April 29, 2021
Contemplating Numbers: Presenting to help your audience
Presentation Tips , Three Things , Public Speaking
Does your audience have the time or the appetite for all the data in your presentation? Here are a few simple ways to help them grasp the big numbers...
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April 16, 2021
Taking Off: Setting your presentation up for success
Presentation Tips , Three Things , Public Speaking
When a presentation takes off well, you can avoid some unnecessary turbulence. Find our tips for aligning your message with your audience.
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March 26, 2021
Moved to Tears: Managing Your Emotions When Speaking
Public Speaking , Three Things , Presentation Tips
What should you do if you're telling an emotional story that might make you cry during a presentation? Our advice may spare you unnecessary tears...
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December 10, 2020
Connecting the Pieces: Transitions for More Powerful Presentations
Public Speaking , Presentation Tips , Three Things , PowerPoint , How To
While some PowerPoint fans think "Next slide!" does the job, we know you can do better. Strong transitions help your message connect. Here's how to get started...
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July 21, 2020
Public Speaking: Tips from Mr. Noodle
Public Speaking , Three Things , Presentation Tips , Just For Fun
What can Sesame Street's goofy Mr. Noodle teach you about public speaking? More than you might think...
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June 30, 2020
Quarantine and the Art of Being Heard
Public Speaking , Seen|Read|Heard , Three Things
Close quarters. Hot issues. Maybe tried-and-true communication tactics can help you get through to people who aren't listening even when it's for their own good...
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October 16, 2019
PowerPoint Makeovers: Three Quick Fixes
Presentation Tips , Three Things , Public Speaking , PowerPoint
Simple changes can make your too-busy slides much more audience friendly. Here are three quick ways to clean up a PowerPoint presentation...
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August 15, 2019
Business Communication: Three Tips for Better Emails
Business Communication , Presentation Tips , Three Things
Don't be "that person"—especially when you can practice your writing and presentation skills AND craft better emails at the same time!
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April 26, 2019
Three Things to Tell Yourself When You’re Nervous
Public Speaking Fear , Presentation Tips , Three Things , Public Speaking
That voice in your head? Give it a new script! Try these lines to talk yourself into being a more confident speaker...
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November 12, 2018
Tips for Mastering Public Speaking Skills More Quickly
Three Things , Presentation Tips , Public Speaking
Helping military members master new communication skills has also taught us a few things. Here's how you can jump in, embrace the challenge, and accelerate your learning...
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November 5, 2018
Public Speaking Lessons from 'The Voice'
Three Things , Just For Fun , Presentation Tips , Seen|Read|Heard , Faculty
Our Buckley coach makes the case for learning presentation skills from a popular TV show and why Taylor Swift would make an excellent public speaking instructor...
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August 10, 2018
Better Stories for Your Next Presentation
Resources , Public Speaking , Three Things , Instruction , Presentation Tips , Storytelling
Personal stories can bring a presentation to life. Apply these easy-to-use writing workshop tips to bring more life to your stories...
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July 16, 2018
3 Tips for Better PowerPoint in 30 seconds
Public Speaking , Instruction , Presentation Tips , Three Things , PowerPoint
You can get a better PowerPoint presentation in 30 seconds, just by making a few simple changes. Here's how...
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May 11, 2018
3 Ways to Improve Your On-Camera Delivery
Three Things , Presentation Tips , Faculty , Media Training
From company video messages to online training, more of us expect to be on camera as part of our work. A news anchor, TV producer, and Buckley coach--Kara Gormley Meador gives you some tips for making the most of it.
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April 18, 2018
3 simple ways to build audience rapport
Three Things , Public Speaking , Instruction , Presentation Tips , Faculty , The Buckley Experience
When the audience likes you, they're more receptive to your presentation. Here are simple ways to win that rapport the next time you speak...
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March 29, 2018
Beyond 'You Were Great!' - 3 Tips for Getting Helpful Feedback
Presentation Tips , Three Things , Public Speaking
"You were great!" It's the response most people hear when they ask for feedback on a speech or presentation. Here's how to get the stuff you can actually use...
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March 9, 2018
Standing Up to Public Speaking Fears
Resources , Public Speaking , Seen|Read|Heard , Three Things , Just For Fun , Presentation Tips
When a hospital administrator wanted to give her career a boost, she had to overcome her fear of public speaking. So she took on an even scarier challenge. Should you?
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February 13, 2018
Comfortable in the Spotlight: 3 Public Speaking Tips for Shy Speakers
Public Speaking , Three Things , Presentation Tips
Introverts, take heart! Every speaker can find a way to own the stage, even the ones who'd prefer not to be there. Here's how...
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November 16, 2017
Dial in a win: Secrets to successful phone interviews
Resources , Three Things , Etiquette , Business Communication
After hearing some crazy stories from employers, we turned to our resident interview expert for help...
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October 4, 2017
Improv to Help Your Public Speaking
Three Things , Faculty , Presentation Tips , Just For Fun
You don't have to be an aspiring Second City cast member to benefit from giving improv a try. Here's what our Jenny Maxwell discovered...
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September 12, 2017
Help a Speaker Out
Public Speaking , Three Things , Presentation Tips
Buckley School director Karen Kalutz says you can make the world a friendlier place for every speaker (including yourself) in three easy steps.
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August 30, 2017
Better Interviews, Better Presentations
Three Things , Faculty , Presentation Tips
Getting your story across in an interview has a lot in common with making a strong presentation. Our interview guru Katie Pope explains...
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July 27, 2017
Better Answers for Your Next Q&A
Resources , Three Things , Presentation Tips , Instruction
"I know from my own experience," says Buckley coach Jenny Maxwell, "that the more you stand up and practice answering questions, the better you get at it." Here are some tips for your next presentation, drawn from our onsite training with companies...
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June 1, 2017
From Acting Class to Public Speaking
Three Things , Presentation Tips , Public Speaking , Faculty
What can a middle school acting class teach us about public speaking? Buckley Coach Emily Padgett has a few ideas....
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May 1, 2017
Lessons from TED for public speaking
Public Speaking Fear , Public Speaking , Faculty , Three Things , Presentation Tips
How can a TED talk help you improve your public speaking? Buckley faculty Elise Partin gave one--and shares her tips from the experience.
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April 19, 2017
Facilitating Techniques for Speakers
Public Speaking , Faculty , Three Things , Instruction , Presentation Tips
Managing the audience and working toward agreement are two of the skills an expert facilitator will master. Buckley coach Katie Pope shares how her experiences as a facilitator can help your next presentation.
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April 1, 2017
Lessons from Coaching Youth Debate
Public Speaking , Faculty , Three Things , Instruction , Presentation Tips
"Speaking is like sports. It's all about muscle memory," says Buckley faculty Jana Daley, who volunteers as a high school debate team coach. She shares three things she's learned that can help any speaker.
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