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Garry has over twenty years of experience as public speaker. He is Chairman of British and Commonwealth Chamber of Commerce in Finland. He has large experience as communications coach. He has advocated the cause of small and medium size enterprises (SMEs) for more than two decades at European and Commonwealth levels.
Lifetime best opener
During his own wedding: “Funny things happens when one is organizing such an important occasion” and then he shared a story of an amazing secret revealed during the preparations to the wedding.
His stage fright moment
Always nervous before speaking, which is a good thing. It gets the adrenaline flowing. The secret is not to show the nerves.
Communications’ needs for enterprises today
People needs networks, face-to-face meetings.
Main obstacle startups have to pitch their ideas
Lack of confidence. Not knowing their audience.
Recommended book
Rather than a book, an inspiring poem: “If” by Rudyard Kipling
Routine to Shine
1. Eat ice cream shortly before you go to speak
2. Open your voice by singing every morning
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