======================================================= Simply Speaking...Selling Yourself & Your Ideas E-Zine Volume 9, May, 2006 Published by Lenny Laskowski Copyright LJL Seminars(tm), 2006 All Rights Reserved ------------------------------------------------------- LJL Seminars (tm) (203)375-5617 or Toll Free 1-800-606-4855 Fax: (800) 743-3314 www.ljlseminars.com ------------------------------------------------------- This E-Zine meets the requirements of the "Can Spam Act of 2003" (S.877), of December 16, 2003 ------------------------------------------------------- NOTE: You are receiving this E-Zine because you have subscribed via our website or by email. If you did not subscribe, removal instructions can be found at the end of this newsletter. ================================================================= ------------- Lenny's Tip of the Month ------------------ Say It Out Loud by Lenny Laskowski © 2006 LJL Seminars "10 Days to More Confident Public Speaking" (Chapter 8 - page 163) http://www.ljlseminars.com ----------------------------------------------------------------- The visualization process I discussed in my April, 2006 Simply Speaking Issue is a powerful technique; however, rehearsing your presentation verbally, mentally and physically is a key element to your success as a public speaker. If you want to "fine-tune" your body mentally and physically to where your mind and body are in sync, you need to act out your presentation. For example, I tell my clients to say their speech out loud while they're in the gym, taking a walk, preparing dinner, or driving a car. This technique does three things: (1) It forces you to engage your mind and your mouth at the same time. Your minds is a funny thing. On occasion when you start to say something out loud, you find that your mouth takes over what you intended to say and what comes out surprises even you. (2) When your speech or presentation is completely planned, find a room where you can say your speech out loud. For example, if you are speaking at school, try to find a classroom that is not being used. If you are speaking at a corporation, see if there is a conference room or lounge where you can have privacy. (3) Speak in the tone of voice, pitch, and volume you plan to use during the actual presentation. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ======================================================================= UPCOMING PUBLIC SEMINAR DATES - LJL SEMINARS (tm) ======================================================================= Due to popular request, I will be offering some public seminars this year. I will be offering an Essential One-Day Workshop, "How to Increase Your Skills and be a Confident Public Speaker". These seminars will be held in the Hartford, CT area. Early Registration Fee is only: $ 247 per participant ($ 197 if your register 3 or more by the early registration dates listed below: After the early registration date the registration fee is only $ 297.00 The three dates for these upcoming seminars are as follows: Wednesday, September 13, 2006 (Early registration date: August 13, 2006) Wednesday, October 4, 2006 (Early registration date: September 4, 2006) Tuesday, October 31, 2006 (Early registration date: Septmeber 31, 2006) Each participant will receive a professional seminar workbook along with a FREE copy of my National Best Selling Book, "10 Days to More Confident Public Speaking" PLUS a FREE copy of the companion "10 Days to More Confident Public Speaking" Mem-Cards BONUS: Each participant will also receive a FREE COPY of the ENTIRE seminar on Video CD (to be provided four weeks following the seminar) For more information about these exciting programs email me at: LennyL@LJLSeminars.com ======================================================================== We look forward to providing you with all your presentation skills and public speaking skills training for 2006! You can also write to us at: Lenny Laskowski LJL Seminars (tm) 430 Freeman Avenue Stratford, CT. 06614-4026 United States of America