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Over the last few years I’ve had the opportunity to teach one of the best sales training systems on the market. The sale system was fantastic, but I noticed that people still struggled with selling. I mean, the people knew exactly what to do, but they weren’t doing it. At first, I couldn’t figure it…
Does the thought of stepping up to the podium fill you with anxiety? Are you looking to develop presentation skills that help you think on your feet? Are you frightened by the thought of participating while seated at a conference table during meetings? Would you like to improve your closing ratio? Are you looking to…
A Unique Opportunity for Personal & Business Development! If you had the opportunity to study the thinking of one of the master thinkers alive today would you take it? If that very same opportunity allowed you to share ideas, goals and challenges, while developing profitable relationships with like-minded business leaders, would you take it? OF…
When you’re presenting to an important audience, it’s easy to fall into the trap of focusing so much on yourself that the audience is left out in the cold. This reminds me of an early lesson I learned when I was first starting out as a public speaker. I remember that an agent called and…
Some business owners really underestimate the financial impact of having employees that are not confident. Have you ever thought about what it costs your company when an employee is not willing to speak up at meetings, network at association meetings, pitch new clients or propose ideas to senior management? Their lack of confidence can lead…
Your Message is in your Voice We’ve all heard the old adage, “It’s not what you say, but how you say it.” This is especially true when it comes to making your audience feel what you are feeling. The proper use of your voice can emphasize and strengthen every message you deliver. Energy –…
Let’s face it – It’s all about you. If you’re a small business owner, solo entrepreneur or self-employed, you are the face of your business − and people need to know YOU to find out what your business is. Nobody else going out and representing you. Nobody is networking for you. Nobody is creating a pitch…
FLORHAM PARK, NEW JERSEY – (April, 9, 2019) – Professional speaker, trainer and entertainer, Tommy Hilcken, will present The Art of Public Speaking workshop, at the offices of the Morristown offices of Morris County Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 from 8:00 am – 12:00pm. The workshop, open to members and non-members, is…
As many of you know this past week has been National Clown Week. Just kidding – Most of you have no idea that it was national clown week. It’s the year 2018 and I’ve been become known to many as a speaker and a trainer and spend most of my time in front of the…