Your voice is a primary communication tool and is 45% of the impressions you make in a few moments. A pleasant voice tone, good articulation and a well-rounded vocabulary communicates excellence and builds substantial rapport.

Picture It! A person impeccably groomed and attired, with a body language and posture that exudes confidence, intelligence and warmth - they speak….. you can hardly hear them…….or day toin a fwaze like nutin ya ehva hoid ….. maybe you're blown back by bravado…or prolly day drp thr ens uv wors so ya don reckanize wazz bein sed.

This can be just as difficult to read as it is for someone to understand
the speaker that doesn't articulate or command their voice.

For immediate impact give every letter in every word its full, intended value.

Your "Vocal Image" always makes an impact one way or the other. And on the phone or through voice mail your vocal impression becomes a whopping 83% of your communication.

Choice of words and how they're articulated communicates either a positive or negative impression of intelligence, background and skill level.

However, your tone of voice has the most impact. If you deliver a monotone style, the impression received is boredom. Or if you speak slowly with no expression you are perceived to be depressed. If your pitch is high and fast paced your listener(s) would think you are excited. On the other hand, if you are abrupt and loud they may feel you are being aggressive.

Correct enunciation however, will allow for appropriate pacing and give your listener(s) the experience of a lyrical or musical sound that's just too compelling to ignore.

And not to be overlooked is the use of character voices. They can be very entertaining for your audience, no matter what industry you are in, and loads of fun for you to do. Including some character in your voice will give richness and clarity to your vocal presence.

Some examples of poor styles that should be overcome are the use of "up speak" (a term for turning up the end of a phrase like a question - when it isn't one); the misuse of "ums" and "ahs"; incorrect grammar; complicated accents; dropping off the ends of words; and poor enunciation.

Fun exercises are designed to work with participants' hectic schedules, while expanding a full vocal range. The "vocal clock" - a visual representation of your voice - is used, along with enjoyable and simple daily practice, to swiftly expand your "Vocal Image" for greater strength, flexibility and success.

A compelling voice can soothe a troubled heart, diffuse a potential conflict, entertain the spirit, and expand the presence of its owner.