The Eloquent Woman's weekly speaker toolkit

I read a lot about women and public speaking, and post my finds first on The Eloquent Woman on Facebook. But I always collect them here for you on Mondays as well. Here's what I've been reading lately:

• The sound of connection: Empathy in your voice, as well as in your facial expression, is an important factor in your public speaking--particularly when you're on the phone.
• Know your biases: Why pretending you don't see race or gender is an obstacle to equality is an important read for men and women.
• Did you miss? This week, the blog shared Why my favorite conference won't let speakers sit down, and Famous Speech Friday shared the lyrical Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction speech of Joan Baez.
• About the quote: Right on, Madeleine Albright. Right. On.

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