If the thought of speaking in front of others makes you break out in a cold sweat, you're not alone. But here's the good news: public speaking is not an inborn trait, reserved for the few who are naturally charismatic. It's a skill that anyone can learn and hone, and mastering it can unlock doors in your career that you might never have thought possible so… read on to learn how great public speaking can transform your career.

Does this scenario sound familiar? You’re a communications professional supporting a CEO or other C-suite executives, but the challenge is, they’re not listening to your advice. Every time they speak, their messages are vague, high-level, and out of touch with their audience. It’s starting to show in employee feedback, and engagement is taking a hit. So, let’s dive into six practical strategies to bridge the gap between the C-suite and the rest of the organisation.

There comes a time when you have to explain to someone why they should choose you. Your personal elevator pitch is the quick way to give people who you are and why they should consider you - so it’s important to have it sorted! That’s why we’ve laid out the basics for you in this quick article.

While there are core practical skills you need to hit the ground running there are other skills, or traits, you’ll need to successfully navigate the comms pro world. So, we’ve listed five of them out for you!