Communication Skills Archives - Karsten Noack Training & Coaching Berlin https://www.karstennoack.com/category/communication-skills/ How to make you and your message compelling in conversations and presentations Mon, 04 Aug 2025 05:37:38 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.karstennoack.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/cropped-Logo-ohne-text-600-32x32.png Communication Skills Archives - Karsten Noack Training & Coaching Berlin https://www.karstennoack.com/category/communication-skills/ 32 32 Understanding Godwin’s Law: Avoiding Manipulation Tactics https://www.karstennoack.com/godwins-law/ https://www.karstennoack.com/godwins-law/#respond Thu, 21 Nov 2024 09:09:56 +0000 https://www.karstennoack.com/?p=53331 Have you ever been in a debate that suddenly took a sharp turn into emotional territory, derailing the entire conversation? Perhaps someone invoked a reference to Nazis, and suddenly the discussion lost its rational footing. This phenomenon is so common that it has a name: Godwin's Law. In this article, we will explore what Godwin's Law is, how it impacts discussions both online and offline, and how you can recognize and avoid these manipulative tactics to maintain meaningful dialogue.

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]]> https://www.karstennoack.com/signs-manipulator-recognize/feed/ 0 Captivate Your Audience: Mastering Props in Presentations https://www.karstennoack.com/props-in-presentations-speeches/ https://www.karstennoack.com/props-in-presentations-speeches/#respond Thu, 30 May 2024 07:58:35 +0000 https://www.karstennoack.com/?p=54875 So, I'll see how much I want to hold back, because props are one of my favorites in speeches and presentations. When used thoughtfully, they work wonders on the audience.

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]]> https://www.karstennoack.com/benefits-beginning-pitch/feed/ 0 What effort and cost for the preparation of a conversation or negotiation are justified? https://www.karstennoack.com/preparation-conversation-negotiation-effort/ https://www.karstennoack.com/preparation-conversation-negotiation-effort/#respond Mon, 25 Sep 2023 18:20:14 +0000 https://www.karstennoack.com/?p=45870 If you expect something from a conversation, it pays off to prepare accordingly. With a good conversation, a lot can be achieved and investments are worthwhile. So far so good. Which effort exactly is worthwhile?

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]]> https://www.karstennoack.com/facial-expressions-public-speaking/feed/ 3 These 20+ conversation tips let you talk without interruption! https://www.karstennoack.com/tips-good-conversation-interrupted/ https://www.karstennoack.com/tips-good-conversation-interrupted/#comments Wed, 09 Aug 2023 10:04:40 +0000 https://www.karstennoack.com/?p=46047 What kind of people don't let you finish your talk? In a good conversation, everyone has his part. Everyone can talk and let the other talk. But why are some people interrupted so often and what can be done about it? Here are some tips to reduce the likelihood to be interrupted while you speak.

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]]> https://www.karstennoack.com/keep-it-simple-stupid/feed/ 1 Don’t ignore conflicts! https://www.karstennoack.com/dont-ignore-conflicts/ https://www.karstennoack.com/dont-ignore-conflicts/#respond Wed, 26 Apr 2023 11:03:17 +0000 http://www.karstennoack.com/?p=2618 When problem-solving everyday issues become a tug-of-war over who’s right and who’s wrong, then settling even the smallest of discussions becomes a battle. Don't ignore conflicts. Deal with them!

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]]> https://www.karstennoack.com/dont-ignore-conflicts/feed/ 0 The Five-Finger Speech Structure: An Easy Way to Make Your Message Stick https://www.karstennoack.com/five-finger-speech-structure/ https://www.karstennoack.com/five-finger-speech-structure/#respond Wed, 22 Feb 2023 16:30:53 +0000 https://www.karstennoack.com/?p=50800 The Five-Finger Speech Structure is a simple and powerful tool to help speakers effectively communicate their message, whether in planned or impromptu settings. It guides you through outlining the current situation, defining goals, planning implementation, highlighting benefits, and delivering a strong call to action.

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]]> https://www.karstennoack.com/five-finger-speech-structure/feed/ 0 Those who want, misunderstand us https://www.karstennoack.com/communication-misunderstanding/ https://www.karstennoack.com/communication-misunderstanding/#respond Thu, 25 Nov 2021 14:00:06 +0000 https://www.karstennoack.com/?p=53244 Even if we provide a message with the appropriately deserved chance, it is not always communicated fairly. Then the best techniques and immense preparation help you only to a limited extent. Some hair can be found in every soup (German figure of speech), or conjured into it. What to do?

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]]> https://www.karstennoack.com/communication-misunderstanding/feed/ 0 Being right at all costs. The price we pay for needing to be right. https://www.karstennoack.com/being-right-at-all-costs/ https://www.karstennoack.com/being-right-at-all-costs/#respond Thu, 25 Nov 2021 13:44:59 +0000 https://www.karstennoack.com/?p=53227 Persuading without arguments, assertiveness, winning without consideration, knockout by nasty tricks, black magic, manipulating. It is a coveted feeling to be right.

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]]> https://www.karstennoack.com/narcissists-feedback/feed/ 0 18 tips to increase your assertiveness https://www.karstennoack.com/tips-increase-assertiveness/ https://www.karstennoack.com/tips-increase-assertiveness/#respond Thu, 30 Apr 2020 16:21:33 +0000 https://www.karstennoack.com/?p=50407 Assertiveness is based on persuasiveness. What needs to be convincing is inseparably linked to the person who wants to realize his or her intentions. In addition to the quality and attractiveness of the offer, a convincing presentation is also important. The way in which we are perceived has a great impact on our assertiveness and is a major factor in determining whether we gain trust and support or whether we encounter resistance. This not only applies in the professional context, but also in the private sphere.

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]]> https://www.karstennoack.com/tips-increase-assertiveness/feed/ 0 Speaking with your hands in your pockets during conversations, speeches and presentations? https://www.karstennoack.com/speaking-hands-pockets-presentations/ https://www.karstennoack.com/speaking-hands-pockets-presentations/#comments Mon, 30 Mar 2020 16:43:28 +0000 https://www.karstennoack.com/?p=50306 Where to put your hands in conversations and during presentations? Just put your hands in your trouser pockets and the problem is solved. Many inexperienced speakers think this is quite a good idea. I (and most of the audience) don't think it's so good. Why? This question will be answered.

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]]> https://www.karstennoack.com/speaking-hands-pockets-presentations/feed/ 4 How you doin’? Talking about diseases https://www.karstennoack.com/how-you-doin-talking-about-diseases/ https://www.karstennoack.com/how-you-doin-talking-about-diseases/#respond Mon, 02 Sep 2019 04:06:22 +0000 https://www.karstennoack.com/?p=48217 The question "How are you doing'?" is commonplace. What is to think about it, and how do we deal with diseases in this context?

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]]> https://www.karstennoack.com/how-you-doin-talking-about-diseases/feed/ 0 The first rule of rhetoric: Let us start with the basics of speaking. https://www.karstennoack.com/first-rule-of-rhetoric-good-communication-and-presenting/ https://www.karstennoack.com/first-rule-of-rhetoric-good-communication-and-presenting/#respond Sat, 17 Aug 2019 10:12:50 +0000 https://www.karstennoack.com/?p=47767 Does everyone have to say something about everything? In my opinion, the most important rule of rhetoric and good communication style is that those who have nothing to say should shut up.

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