Think of the times that others remembered your name and used it kindly. How did it make you feel? When you use someone's name it makes him or her feel recognized, appreciated, and special.

Most people are familiar with the rich, resonant tones of James Earl Jones and Morgan Freeman. Their signature voices bring strength, authority, and lyrical enjoyment. Are there aspects of your voice...

Neen James {NeenJames.com} is an eloquent and successful international speaker who stands at four-feet-eleven with a rich Australian dialect and a high-pitched voice. For years, fellow speakers with...

Your Signature Sound. In music, voice value is categorized for singers, composers, and listeners. Whether a performer's voice type is soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, or bass, they all have unique...

The list below begins to illustrate how different personalities can be assigned to different vocal qualities . . ....

Variety is the Spice of Life. Voices come in all shapes, tones, and sizes. Some are compelling and effective, while others are grating and agitating.

By speaking in a competent and confident way, your message will sound more relevant and appropriate, reflecting you in a favorable light.

Developing your eloquence and enunciation will reduce the likelihood of misinterpretation and misunderstanding, making your delivery more powerful.

When your speaking style is clear, confident, and concise, your listeners will perceive you as such.

A high-pitched voice may sound less authoritative, more youthful, and less experienced, whereas, a lower pitched voice may be perceived as being more authoritative, confident, and credible. It is...

Have you ever paid notice to the full sound range of your voice? If you have ever been in a chorus or a singing group, you already know that they will separate the group based on each singer's pitch...

Align your voice value with the tone, pace, and pitch of your listeners will help you connect on all levels.

Heed Your Speed. Are you a fast or a slow talker? Be mindful towards the person with whom you are speaking to ensure that your message is being comprehended, understood, and absorbed. If they are...

Does your tone match your intention? Is your tone of voice confusing or clarifying? Are you coming across to others as you had hoped? Once you begin to notice your tone, you can adjust as needed to...

Your tone can represent the character of your business, the strength of your resolve, and express the depths of your convictions.

Your tone of voice can be conveyed in both the words you speak and in the words you write.

It is generally believed that nearly 40 percent of your first impression will be set from the tone of your voice. Your vocal thermometer can be more impactful than the actual words you use.

Every professional voice coach worth their salt will bring you back to the importance of tone, pace, and pitch. While these concepts were introduced earlier in The Art of Body Language section, we can...

What can you do to ensure that your voice value translates into impression value?

The way you deliver the words you say becomes your vocal image. This vocal image can make or break your first impressions, impact your communication, and determine how people respond to you.

Is your voice value delivering the image you wish to convey? Is your voice coming across as smart, friendly, and positive or ignorant, rude, and negative?

Become a 'good finder' and seek to acknowledge the best you see in others.

The Art of Action explores specific action steps you can take for personal and professional transformation. Start by taking the initiative to be kind, courageous, and polite.

Every time you speak, you are using your voice to connect with others, whether it is in-person, on the phone, or in a recorded message.

Your EQ {emotional quotient} is your capacity to recognize, discriminate, and label emotions accurately and interpret them to help guide your thinking and behavior.

Developing your emotional intelligence will allow you to explore new depths of understanding in yourself and others.

When it comes to meeting new people, playing well with others, and connecting on deeper levels, there are inherent gaps which can be closed only by being brave. When is bravery needed?

Life rewards action. To get from where you are now to where you want to be requires forward movement and momentum. Although you may already know what it takes to bridge the gap, simply knowing what to...

Emotionally intelligent people can focus their emotions to improve performance and productivity.

If you have ever experienced this type of unprofessional treatment, I doubt you would even consider giving them business in the future. Interrupting, ignoring, patronizing, or antagonizing a customer...