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Public speaking 101: Three ways to capture your audience’s attention

Symmetry Public Relations8 years ago5 years ago15 mins

Raina DeBrouwer We live in an era where instant information is at an all-time high and attention spans are at an all-time low. No innovation in communication has been a match for the short attention span of today’s audience. If anything, technology has only added to the problem. In this age of convenience, how can…

Learn from the politicians: Perfect your public speaking

Symmetry Public Relations9 years ago5 years ago05 mins

Cassey Deveau Although the federal election is over, you can still learn how to be a compelling public speaker from politicians. For politicians, communicating messages effectively during an election is key to their success. Debates, press conferences, interviews and public appearances all involve public speaking. On October 7, Halifax-West candidates Geoff Regan (Liberal Party), Joanne…