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Presentations skills, psychology and marketing to present yourself and your messageAm I (Karsten Noack) the right one for you? To help you decide…
Do you want to be sure to make a good decision when choosing a coach or trainer? Then I will make it easy for you and introduce myself (Karsten Noack).
Body language: What can actually be read from the eyes? Not only wishes!
What can be read from the eyes? More than wishes! The eyes have a big part in human facial expressions. There is a reason why the eyes are called the mirror of the soul. They reveal a lot about our feelings and thoughts, no matter if we want it or not. Eyes can smile, radiate joy, permeate, agree, question, doubt or reject. Learn to read body language.
19 tips to overcome a blackout in a speech or presentation
Going blank in a speech or presentation, having a Blackout, so what? A brief blackout during a speech is not really tragic. Find out what you can do for yourself. Have fun! Learn how to overcome it!
15 tips on how to stand up for your conviction: Be brave, speak up!
Some people have an opinion that deserves attention. Often, however, this opinion is not heard. Then it is time to decide whether to keep it that way or to share the point of view more clearly with others. Not everyone dares this step. What about you?
9 proven strategies to become famous
Famous or notorious? It does not matter. You want to be a VIP, at all costs. 5 minutes of glory are better than nothing, right?
18 tips on how to overcome stage fright and present confidently
Recommendations on the test bench. Not only the recommendation to use alcohol to reduce stage fright, fear of speaking, and performance anxiety quickly backfire. Here are 15 better tips to manage presentation nerves.
Recognize the 11 most common manipulation techniques
Learn how to recognize manipulation and choose counter-strategies. Here are descriptions of eleven types of manipulation techniques including body language.
Here and now
Be aware of the side effects of planning. We could miss being in the moment right now.
One side of character is integrity
Integrity is an important part of a character. Integrity is a choice we make, and it’s a choice we must keep making, every moment of our lives. Develop and protect your integrity.
Are impatience and laziness cardinal sins?
Do you think that impatience and laziness are sins? Or do you see the good intent?
Promises and integrity: Who cares about the promises of yesterday?
Actions that follow words? Authenticity? Walk your talk? In a world in which we are not accustomed to doing that, this is quite remarkable.
Future: That time when our business is doing well, our friends are loyal and our happiness is secured. Ambrose Bierce
How do you manage the balance between past, present and future? What about hope and what can be done today to make it legitimate?
Narcissistic parents
The extent to which parents with narcissistic tendencies are perceived as a problem varies significantly. Offspring are often unaware that narcissism is involved in the idiosyncratic relationship. This article is about this special relationship and what results from it.
Compassion for narcissists?
On some occasions, I stand up for people who suffer from narcissistic personalities. Thus, I am frequently asked if I have no sympathy for narcissists. Here is my answer.
20 tips for humor in speeches and presentations
Do you want the attention of your audience? Humorously move your audience before the seat hurts. Humor relaxes. It resolves tense, stressful situations. Humor has some positive effects. Appropriate humor can be used effectively in many situations. Find out what is worth paying attention to.
Narcissists in leadership positions
Why are so many narcissists in leadership positions and what are the consequences?
Help, am I a narcissist? 8 indications that you are not a narcissist
Do you wonder if you are a narcissist yourself? Here are 8 indications that you are not a narcissist.
Narcissists and feedback
People make mistakes and can learn from them. With narcissists this is unlikely. Even to harmless and cautious feedback, narcissists respond as if it were harsh inappropriate criticism.
Therapeutic help for people suffering from narcissists
Psychological support for people who have suffered or are suffering from narcissists.
Daydream? Daydreaming isn’t as useless as it seems.
Learn how to daydream.
Essential recommendations for media interviews
What you should keep in mind when being interviewed by the media. Here you will find 19 basic recommendations to help you and your message to be compelling in the media.
More contentment through self-acceptance or does that reduce the motivation?
Many people consider discontentment to be the most important motivator. My observation: We are happier when we learn to accept ourselves as we truly are. And we stimulate personal development this way.
Aphantasia: Living without mental images.
Most people consider it normal to be able to visualize. But a small percentage of humanity does not have this ability. We call this Aphantasia. This is what this article is about.
Good fear, bad fear
What are fears and anxiety good for and how to let go of limiting fears?
Glossary
In the glossary, you will find information on common and not-so-common terms related to strategic communication. Communication science, marketing, and psychology complement each other. Where the glossary and article end, the work with me begins. I make sure that you and your message are convincing –in conversations and presentations.
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