Why Every Team Should Have a Lunch & Learn
At London Speech Workshop, we believe that communication isn’t just about what we say - it’s about how we connect, listen, and respond. That’s why we love our Lunch & Learn sessions, where...
Zelensky’s Communication Misstep: Lessons in Navigating Conflict with Grace
The recent exchange between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and former U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked significant discussion. Many have pointed out Zelensky’s apparent struggle in handling the conversation with the emotional intelligence...
How To Banish Conference Call Anxiety For Good
Over the last few years, conference calls have become a very normal part of our day-to-day. For some, this is great news - you can have your notes on the screen, wear your slippers...
Published: February 15, 2022
How To Overcome Fear Of Speaking In Meetings
If you’re an introvert, meetings can feel like war zones in which your main goal is to duck extroverted bullets while the loudest personalities exchange fire. So how do you do yourself justice in...
Published: January 31, 2022
Using Vocal Characteristics To Convey Emotion
The voice tells us a lot about a person and what they have to say. Versatility in your vocal characteristics and skills can be extremely valuable, whether you’re podcasting, acting or simply communicating verbally...
Published: December 19, 2021
Post-Pandemic: 8 Communication Tips For Returning To The Office
Over the past year, we’ve all had to adjust to the virtual workplace and the challenges that come with it – from being interrupted on Zoom calls with Internet latency to missing out on...
5 Ways To Host More Productive Virtual Meetings
Virtual meetings. They’ve lost their shine a bit, haven’t they? Gone are the heady days when the word ‘Zoom’ might have struck up connotations of dynamism and efficiency. When the idea of a ‘Hangout’...
Published: February 8, 2021
How To Have Difficult Conversations At Work
Conversations can be difficult for a number of reasons, but usually it’s because we’re worried about how the other person will react, or that we will make them feel bad. We can pendulum-swing...
Published: February 17, 2020
How To Deal With Interruptions At Work
Dealing with interruptions in a meeting room of big personalities can feel like standing on a motorway and trying to hold the attention of incoming traffic. The thought of “I’m going to be interrupted...
Published: October 10, 2019
Transform Your Presentation Skills – From Boring To Inspiring
Engaging an audience can be daunting at the best of times. Especially when they believe the topic you are tasked with explaining has a lot in common with watching not-yet-dry paint. Even though you’re...
Published: October 2, 2019