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Mastering the Pause: How Strategic Silence Elevates Executive Presence
Great executive speakers know the power of the pause - It’s not filler, it’s influence. Silence between words builds clarity, presence, and authority.
6 days ago2 min read


Best Public Speakers Series: Katharine Hayhoe
What makes a message about climate change go viral when others fall flat? Katharine Hayhoe’s TED Talk has over 5 million views, and it’s not just because of what she says. It’s how she says it.
Jun 122 min read


Best Public Speakers Series: Jake Clark
We included him on our "Best Public Speakers" for his great storytelling. Save a Warrior has helped over 2000 veterans.
May 222 min read


Sharpen & Elevate: Step Into Your Next Level of Leadership
July 9, 2025 | Birmingham, MI with Stephanie Bickel At Speak by Design, we believe leadership communication is a skillset that’s always...
May 202 min read


Practicing Public Speaking: 7 Ways to Cover a Sensitive Topic
Practicing Public Speaking: The goal is not to soften the truth, but to package it for impact—so it lands and leads to change.
May 82 min read


Best Public Speakers Series: Curtis Granderson
We included Curtis Granderson on our “Best Public Speakers” list because of his enthusiasm, charisma, and speed at sharing information.
Jan 242 min read


Leadership Communication #45: Discuss Communication Preferences
Ignoring communication preferences can lead to inefficiencies, frustration, and missed opportunities.
Nov 18, 20243 min read


Best Public Speakers Series: Katharine Hayhoe
We included Hayhoe on our "Best Public Speakers" list because of her passionate delivery, vocal variety, and connection to the audience.
Aug 29, 20242 min read


Leadership Communication #33: Poise Under Pressure
Senior leaders face pressures from high-stakes decision-making to maintaining work-life balance amid constant organizational changes.
Aug 26, 20243 min read


Best Public Speakers Series: Richard Branson
We included Richard Branson on our "Best Public Speakers" list because of his strategic messaging, motivational style, and stage presence.
Aug 21, 20241 min read


Best Public Speakers Series: Barbara Walters
We included Barbara Walters on our "Best Public Speakers" list because of the way she connects and relates to the people she interviews.
Aug 14, 20241 min read


Best Public Speakers Series: Barbara Corcoran
We included her on our "Best Public Speakers" list because of her top-down strategic messaging, direct vocal style, and strong body language
Jul 12, 20242 min read


Best Public Speakers Series: Alex Hormozi
We included Alex Hormozi on our “Best Public Speakers” list because of his informal style, dynamic gestures, his use of top-down structure.
May 16, 20243 min read


Best Public Speakers Series: Arwa Damon
Arwa Damon in our Best Public Speakers List as an exemplary world citizen and model of courage in the face of war and tragedy.
Apr 10, 20242 min read


Best Public Speakers Series: Tiffani Bova
Tiffani Bova is on our "Best Public Speakers" list because of her direct messaging, use of gestures, and motivational vocal style.
Mar 6, 20242 min read


Best Public Speakers Series: Mike Corbat
We included Mike Corbat on our list because of his use of strategic messaging, use of pause, strong word choice, and powerful statements.
Feb 5, 20241 min read


Leadership Communication #4: Build Your Personal Brand
The importance of a personal brand lies in its ability to distinguish and promote an individual's unique identity, skills, and reputation.
Feb 5, 20241 min read


Best Public Speakers Series: Katie Couric
We included Katie Couric on our "Best Public Speakers" list because of her sharp messaging and great connection with the audience.
Dec 25, 20232 min read


Great Speaker: Warren Buffett, Chairman, and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway
We included Warren Buffet on our Great Speakers List because of his excellent sense of humor, casual style, and mild-mannered confidence.
Dec 4, 20232 min read


Best Public Speakers: Carla Harris
Carla Harris is on our best public speakers list because of her vocal presence and the directness in which she shares keen insights.
Oct 30, 20232 min read
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