Managing Director Darren Mahon says “people often get tongue tied when faced with speaking to a group however you have to learn the basics of public speaking.” There is a common misconception that public speaking skills are only used when speaking in front of large groups of audiences. A common use of Public Speaking is in interviews. Darren says she does not just judge a person based on their qualifications. Their ability to communicate, both spoken and unspoken, also makes up a huge part of the decision making process of whether someone gets the position or not.
Mahon Enterprises Ltd has 10 ten top tips for Public Speaking and coming across the most confident:
1. Be confident – Come across like you know what you are talking about
2. Say it the twitter way – Get to the point fast – Don’t talk around the subject
3. Preparation – This is based on the person you are talking to. When are they most receptive to listening to the subject you are speaking about?
4. Stop! – In the middle of what you’re saying, get a reaction out of the audience such as ask a question or get a nod
5. Balance – Be objective and not too opinionated – this will lose your credibility
6. Be positive – do not criticize them
7. Clarify what you need from the audience – Solve a problem, suggestions
8. Respect advice given
9. Be constructive
10. Thank the listeners – you have taken up their time. Be grateful and tell them so

Public speaking is an essential ingredient to a successful, empowered life. If the finer points of public speaking are mastered then, there's a fairly good chance you'll be able to tackle and master other opportunities and obstacles that come your way.
Mahon Enterprises Ltd. focuses on face to face sales and marketing through business to business, promotions, events and local areas to create a direct link between client and customer. For more information visit http://www.mahonenterprises.com/