by El | Oct 3, 2023 | Executive communication, Ontological coaching, Public speaking
[ This article was updated on 06 Jul 2026 ] Why Emotions Matter in Public Speaking Public speaking skills are, at their core, emotional skills. Not in a vague, feel-good sense, but in tangible, practical ways. The reason most people freeze, ramble, go off-point or go...
by El | Sep 28, 2023 | Confidence, Executive communication, Interpersonal coaching, Ontological coaching
If you are in a position of leadership (or pursuing one), your ability to communicate effectively can make or break your career. This is the need that drives most of my executive coaching clients. A significant portion of this work involves learning how to communicate...
by El | Sep 27, 2023 | Confidence, Interpersonal coaching, Ontological coaching
Let’s assume you’re committed to maintaining good physical health because you understand the far-reaching impact it has on your life and the people you love. You exercise, eat well, and see a doctor for regular check-ups, so that you do not become a burden to...
by El | Sep 14, 2023 | Confidence, Executive communication, Interpersonal coaching, Ontological coaching, Public speaking
It’s true – being overly-emotional can strain our relationships. But on the other hand, is emotion really an obstacle to effective communication? It’s still quite easy to encounter this idea: let’s leave emotions out of this work conversation so that we...
by El | Aug 30, 2023 | Confidence, Executive communication, Interpersonal coaching, Ontological coaching, Public speaking
In your quest to improve your interpersonal communication skills, you would have considered a communication workshop. With its interactive and participatory nature, workshops have long been recognized as a highly-practical learning modality. Unlike attending a class,...
by El | Aug 23, 2023 | Confidence, Executive communication, Interpersonal coaching, Ontological coaching, Public speaking
Whether it’s expressing your ideas at work, engaging in important conversations with loved ones, or presenting your thoughts to an audience, being able to communicate with confidence and clarity has value in all areas of your life. In the communication and...
