July 30, 2026

Tips for fast speakers: How to slow down

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Public Speaking Training Guide , Presentation Tips , Vocal Delivery

Whether you're fueled by nerves or speaking quickly is just your style, there are good reasons to slow down. Find ways that work for managing your pace.

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July 28, 2026

Public Speaking + Books: Find Your Next Read

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Speaker's Bookshelf , Public Speaking Books , Just For Fun

Here's a quick way to discover a few good books, thanks to Buckley faculty member Reba Campbell. She's turned her summer reading quest into a series of reviews we're glad to share with you. First up, a top speechwriter's book that provides plenty of how-to.

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July 13, 2026

Improve Presentations from Your Seat in the Audience

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Presentation Tips , Business Communication

Being a good audience member helps the speaker and serves your self-interest. Here's how to show a presenter you're engaged and make it easier for them be more interesting for you.

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July 3, 2026

Poem to Help Your Public Speaking: Duels, Scandal, and a Celebrated Songwriter

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The Buckley Experience , Resources , Poems to Read Aloud

A feud. A duel. A salacious memoir in literal flames. See how the poet behind this month's selection made his mark as one of Ireland's greats--and give your public speaking a boost while you're at it.

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