Communication

🧠 Why “Show, Don’t Tell” Works (And What Your Brain Has to Do With It 👇) When you tell a reader what a character feels (“She was anxious”), their brain files it like a FACT. But when you SHOW it (“Her fingers trembled as the key slipped again”), their brain simulates the EXPERIENCE. That’s because action and sensory details activate the brain’s MOTOR and EMPATHY centres, making your writing more immersive, emotional, and REAL. Swipe through to see Helen (reluctantly) learning this the hard way… and putting it into practice. 👉 ✅ SAVE and FOLLOW @firstdraftschool for clear, bite-sized tips that take your story from messy first draft to agent-ready manuscript. PS: My debut novel “MY NAME IS SAMIM” is OUT NOW! If you’d like to support my work, grabbing a copy would mean the world 💛 📖 “My Name is Samim” is a story of friendship, courage, and finding hope in unexpected places. 📘 What reviewers are saying: ⭐ “A powerful 10+ story of resilience, adaptability and hope” – The Guardian ⭐ “An incredibly moving story... An assured, compelling debut.” – BookTrust ⭐ “Strikingly written and beautifully told… a modern masterpiece.” – Sam Bailie ⭐ “A hopeful testament to the human spirit.” – Children’s Books Ireland ⭐ “Extraordinary.” – Professor Teresa Cremin, Open University ⭐ “Remarkable and deeply moving...” – The Library Lady ⭐ “Compelling and powerful...” – Books for Topics ⭐ “Prepare to be changed. This book made me laugh out loud, and then weep in return.” – Goodreads reviewer 📍 More reviews and the link to buy are in my bio. #AmWriting #wip #writersofinstagram #writingtips #writingadvice #writingprompts #writercommunity #writerlife #writerreels #writinganovel #writergram #newwriter #amateurauthor #amateurwriter #igwritingcommunity #authorlife #bookeditor #storytelling #showdonttell

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5 Communication Tricks That Make You Sound 10x More Persuasive

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Former FBI agent Joe Navarro reveals a powerful communication trick: Speak in cadence. When you speak with rhythm and deliberate pauses, people pay attention. It’s one of the easiest ways to sound confident and keep the room engaged. Especially powerful if you struggle to hold attention in meetings. Start using it today. Follow @biz.insider for more applicable business tips

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This video got over 26M views on TT… The Secret to Commanding Attention: Unlocking the Influence Zone 🙌 Your hand gestures can dramatically amplify your message—if you use them intentionally. In my book Amplify Your Influence, I discuss the Influence Zone, the space between your shoulders and hips where your gestures hold the most power. ✅ Why It Works • Clarity: Gestures in this zone align with your words, making your message easier to understand. • Confidence: Centered movements project calmness and authority. • Connection: Open, purposeful gestures build trust and engagement. ✨ What Does the Research Say? The best TED Talk speakers use 465 purposeful gestures in 18 minutes—creating visual cues that captivate their audience. Meanwhile, lower-performing talks use only 272 gestures, which makes them less dynamic and engaging. 💡 Pro Tips 1. Keep your hands between your shoulders and hips for gestures that look natural and confident. 2. Use gestures to emphasize key points (e.g., counting on your fingers, open palms for sincerity). 3. Be intentional—random movements can distract your audience. Your audience watches your body language as much as they hear your words. By mastering the Influence Zone, you’ll captivate, inspire, and persuade like never before. What’s your biggest takeaway on using hand gestures effectively? Let’s discuss below! 👇 #HandGestures #InfluenceZone #AmplifyYourInfluence #BodyLanguage #CommunicationSkills #Leadership

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The #1 voice tip to instantly be more engaging... Can you guess what it is? It's VARIETY. Variety is what keeps people engaged! Without any vocal variety when you speak, it's easy to lose people's attention. When you add variety to your voice whether it be through your pitch, your rate of speech or your volume, it keeps people engaged. By the way if you want to join me in Sydney next month for my 2 day in person workshop, comment or DM the word "workshop" for more details :)

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#11: How will you tread the hallowed ground? | Ewing School

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This is (Still) Water: 20 Years Later

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