Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

In today’s competitive world, having knowledge alone is not enough. The ability to express ideas effectively and confidently in front of an audience is equally important. Public speaking not only ...

“The human voice is the organ of the soul.” ―Henry Longfellow Do you like the sound of your speaking or singing voice? Lifestyle choices often affect the quality of your voice. Conversely, the tone of ...

For many people, one of the most terrifying things they may have to do in their lives is to speak in front of an audience. That's certainly true of many students in the world. Today, Microsoft has ...

If speaking in front of an audience is important but terrifying, there’s a new opportunity to improve your confidence on Tuesday evenings with the Kerrville Area Toastmasters.

As manager of the Mentor Ice Arena, Bill Furman is required to address a large number of people at any given time, whether it be staff or patrons. A fear of public speaking would not be beneficial to ...