Insights and Musings Category: Public Speaking

Should you use a virtual background on your next video call?

Pros and Cons of Using a Virtual Video Background

by Dara McBride|May 19, 2020July 10, 2020|Event Marketing, Public Relations, Public Speaking

A virtual background can serve as a fun icebreaker or become a silly distraction. So, should you use one on your next video call?

Public Speaking? Don’t Be So Hard on Yourself

by Dara McBride|May 13, 2020May 14, 2020|Event Marketing, Public Relations, Public Speaking

If you’re worried about public speaking, you shouldn’t be so hard on yourself—you might be doing a better job than you think.

Meaningful Conversations With Remote Coworkers

by Dara McBride|April 27, 2020May 29, 2020|Leadership, Public Speaking

Do you wish you could have more meaningful conversations with remote coworkers?

5 Tips to Make the Most of Video Conferencing

by Dara McBride|April 03, 2020April 08, 2020|Public Speaking, Social Media Tools

Show off your social skills with video meeting etiquette.

Peter Shankman Joins Epic Marketing as Futurist in Residence

by Nancy Dibert|December 10, 2019June 02, 2020|Content Marketing, Leadership, Marketing, Media, Promotion, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Social Media, Thought Leadership

The founder of “Help a Reporter Out” and 4-time bestselling author links with award-winning marketing agency to provide industry insights, client guidance, and never-before-heard dad jokes. ODESSA, DE/NEW YORK, NY, December 10, 2019: Epic Marketing Consultants Corporation, a full-service...

Wreath of fall leaves with "Happy Thanksgiving!"

6 Gratitude Quotes to Move You

by Dara McBride|November 28, 2019January 05, 2020|Leadership, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Thought Leadership

As we enter into another season of giving and appreciation, find inspiration for your messages of gratitude from these six quotes.

3 TED Talks to Inspire Better Communications

by Dara McBride|November 07, 2019June 02, 2020|Leadership, Public Speaking, Thought Leadership

It’s the most talkative time of the year. We often think of the holidays as a time to give thanks. ‘Tis the season to feel grateful and let others know how much they matter to you. As such, it’s also...

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Don’t Be Scared! Put Yourself Out There Anyway!

by Dara McBride|October 10, 2019May 15, 2020|Email Marketing, Event Marketing, Marketing Insights, Public Speaking, Social Media

What scares you? Is it not getting any “likes” on a post? Setting up an event page and seeing zero RSVPs? Pressing send on an email? OOOooo—that IS scary! As social media managers and marketers, we’re constantly putting ourselves out there....

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Slow Down and Make Time to Relax

by Dara McBride|July 18, 2019May 15, 2020|Marketing, Marketing Insights, Media, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Thought Leadership

Slowing down is just as important as speeding up. With so much on our to-do lists, taking a quiet moment to yourself can feel counterintuitive. Sitting still—away from your devices and the endless scroll—may at first encourage your mind to...

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Write a Killer Social Bio

by Dara McBride|June 20, 2019March 26, 2021|Content Marketing, Marketing Insights, Public Speaking, Social Media, Websites

Nice to e-meet you! There’s no second chance at a first impression, but on the Internet, we do seem to meet each other again and again. We’re on multiple platforms and in various channels. We develop deep connections to others...

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