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Practical Communication Help from Alan Hoffler – Keynote Speaker, Author, Teacher, and Public Speaking Coach
Whether you're giving a keynote, leading a meeting, or presenting online, strong communication skills are essential. Here, you'll find expert insights on storytelling, presentation techniques, audience engagement, and more—everything you need to speak with impact.
What Makes a Great TEDx Speaker
Whether you’re giving a toast, leading a meeting, or speaking from a TEDx stage, communication skill determines your impact. And the good news is—you can learn all of it. ...more
Public Speaking Fundamentals
November 15, 2025•2 min read
The Surprising Truth About Success in Speaking
If they remember what I said—and can repeat it—I’ve done my job. ...more
Public Speaking Fundamentals
July 01, 2025•3 min read
Speaking the Language of Value
Seek first to understand, then to be understood. These are all messages cut from the same cloth. It’s Rule #1. ...more
Public Speaking ,Communications &Public Speaking Fundamentals
June 03, 2025•5 min read
How to Make Your Audience Listen
Like speaking, investing money, and riding a bike, listening is a skill that you (and I) can get better at. All it takes is intentionality and practice. ...more
Public Speaking Fundamentals
March 06, 2025•5 min read
The Power of Writing: A Vital Tool for Speakers
Communicators often focus on delivery and performance. But I’ve become a huge fan and practitioner of an overlooked tool in the communicator’s toolbox: writing. ...more
Public Speaking ,Public Speaking Fundamentals Speech Writing & Content Development &Writing for Public Speaking
February 18, 2025•3 min read