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6 Appearance Tweaks for Public Speakers That Make a Lasting Impression

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Public speaking is as much about how you look as it is about what you say. Your appearance communicates credibility, professionalism, and confidence before you even utter a word. Research shows that audiences form first impressions within seven seconds of seeing a speaker, and 55% of communication impact comes from body language and appearance rather than verbal content.

Whether you’re delivering a keynote address, presenting to clients, or speaking at a conference, small adjustments to your appearance can significantly enhance your stage presence and audience connection. Here are six practical tweaks that will help you command attention and project authority from the moment you step into the spotlight.

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How to Become More Confident

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A lack of confidence could be holding you back in many aspects of your life. For instance, it might stop you from pursuing your dream career, forming friendships, or asking someone on a date. Unfortunately, many people make the mistake of thinking that confidence is something people are born with, but it is a skill that can be learned with a little know-how. Keep reading to learn how to become more confident.

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The Many Benefits of Quitting Drugs and Alcohol

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When the addiction takes over a life, it can ruin everything, not just for the person who has the addiction, but also for the loved ones around that person. Beating an addiction is a hard task, and many fail multiple times before they take control, so the moment where you break free and overcome your addictions is when you can see true change in your life, and stop the path of destruction that affects more than just yourself. Beating an addiction is like being reborn, and you have a second chance at life. 

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How to raise successful children according to science: Stop training them to ‘spit back facts’ like computers and focus on the six Cs instead

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Psychologists say we’re training children to ‘spit back facts’ like computers
Instead we should focus on social and relationships skills, they explain in book
Their ‘six Cs’ framework includes collaboration, communication and content
Critical thinking, creative innovation and confidence are next steps
‘What we do with little kids today will matter in 20 years,’ says co-author

By Claudia Tanner For Mailonline

PUBLISHED: 11:38 EDT, 7 July 2017 | UPDATED: 12:00 EDT, 7 July 2017

The amount of conflicting advice there is on how to bring up happy and successful children can make your head spin.

Parents often find themselves questioning how strict they should be with youngsters and how much independence they should allow them.

Now a new book by psychologists says our approach is wrong – because we’re training them to be computers, reports NPR.

Read more: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-4674228/How-raise-successful-children-according-science.html#ixzz4mHoobqRz

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Porch Light Production Announces Academy Performance Productions

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November 19,2016
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Glen Rock NJ,  Porch Light Production Announces Academy Performance Productions. Academy Jr (Grades 1-5)
Fun, and enriching theater programs focus on building confidence, community and stage presence. Students are encouraged to be expressive and creative while building a strong foundation in acting, singing and dance. Open to all experience levels. All registered students are accepted. Auditions are held for casting purposes only.

James & the Giant Peach’
Rehearsals: Nov 30 – Jan 25, 2017
Wednesday & Friday 3:30PM – 5:30PM
Grades 1-5

Academy Jr Spring 2017 Musical

‘Shrek Jr’
Rehearsals: Mar 08 – May 04, 2017
Wed. & Fri. 3:30PM – 5:30PM
Grades 1-5

Porch Light Productions
555 Broad Street
Glen Rock, NJ 07452
(T) 201.857.3520
(E) [email protected]