Speak First Newsletter - January 2006

Give them an experience! Amanda Vickers shares her ideas on how to create a memorable large event.

Picture the scene. Two hundred sales people from one of the world’s leading financial organisations are standing up and speaking with passion like Martin Luther King They then fill out a quiz to find out what kind of animal they are. Or perhaps a group of ninety accountants, from one of the big four accountancy firms, singing in harmony to the sound of African drums, talking ‘at the drop of a hat’, and then participating in a recreation of the BBC’s Question Time.

This is not entertainment for entertainment’s sake – there is real learning to be had. Creative ways to develop personal impact, energy and passion can be so much more memorable, compelling and sustainable than traditional exercises. Do the delegates at your conferences talk about them afterwards? Or are they soon forgotten? Click here to find out how to create a memorable large event.

The Art of Negotiation – brush up your skills with our top tips!

We British have a reputation for being bad at negotiating. When visiting a bazaar or flea market, we’re more likely to pay the full price than haggle to get a good deal. What about you? Do you pay the asking price without thinking or is it second nature to go after a bargain? Like it or not negotiation is part of everyday life. To make sure you get what you want we’ve gathered together some great tips so you can make the most of every ‘deal’ every day. Click here for more.