A+ Advertising
The very finest form of advertising... it costs nothing, but can have a huge impact, writes Simon Hall...
Avoiding the void
Here is a life hack that generates respect and confidence with the investment of just a few seconds of your time, writes Simon Hall...
Online versus in person
It's a big debate in these difficult times - whether to meet up online or in person - and Simon Hall has a thought to help...
Curiosity fulfilled the cat
The power of curiosity, and the fulfilment it can bring, even in the most emotional of moments, writes Simon Hall...
A big moment boost
Have you got a big moment coming up? Whether it's an interview, a presentation, or an important meeting, this simple tip will get you ready to perform at your peak, writes Simon Hall...
Strength in silence
Here is one of the most powerful public speaking tricks... if you've got the courage to use it, writes Communications Consultant Simon Hall.
Woeful wodges of words
Woeful wodges of words: this is one of the most basic errors of communication - and comes with an easy remedy, writes Simon Hall.
Clear communications and advanced mathematics
One of the biggest obstacles to clear for effective communication, and how to avoid it, by Communications Consultant, Simon Hall...
Impressive interviews
How to impress in an interview, whether for a job, a video, or even the media, writes Business Communications Consultant Simon Hall.
Impressing with an impromptu speech
One of the biggest and scariest challenges of public speaking is the off-the-cuff talk. Business Communications Consultant Simon Hall offers a three tip trick to help master it...
Powering your productivity
Want to be more creative, more productive, and more impressive, using a simple but highly effective trick? If so, have this tip on Simon Hall...
Starring on the screen
How to look your authoritative and beautiful best when running a webinar, holding a video call, or even being interviewed for the television. Ten top tips from Simon Hall...
Wonderful words
Want to make your key messages stand out, whether it's a presentation, piece of writing, or any kind of performance? Try a sprinkle of super-striking soundbites, writes Simon Hall...
Instantly effective communications
Five of my favourite tips for fast, but effective communications... at this time of crisis when they're more needed than ever, writes Simon Hall...
Sanity ropes
Five simple opportunities to help keep you sane through the isolated hours of the coronavirus crisis...
The new world of webinars
After a steep learning curve of experience, communications consultant Simon Hall offers ten top tips on making the new world of webinars work in these days of coronavirus, homeworking and social distancing....
In summary of Coronavirus Crisis Communications webinar, a word from the host
Yesterday saw Cambridge Network’s first online seminars, brought together by communications guru Simon Hall. The two sold-out sessions offered advice, support, humour and most importantly they brought the community together. Links to the recording and presentation are below.
Always ask
The old saying has it that, "If you don't ask, you don't get", and, writes Simon Hall, here's an example of how asking shows the very spirit you need to succeed... and can bring great results.
The size of a story
You've got an important story to tell, so how long should it be for maximum impact? Not as long as you might think - nowhere near in fact, writes Communications Consultant Simon Hall...
Here's to haggling
So many people hate it, but it's a critical business skill... and here, Director of Media, Public Relations and Design firm Creative Warehouse, Simon Hall, offers a thought about how to do it well...
Cutting it fine
A missed flight, and the dangers of cutting it fine, versus the delights of being relaxed and ready - personal experiences with powerful lessons, writes Simon Hall...
Challenging and growing
The best way to grow in life - and not just via media training, although this experience shows how it can help...
Calming a crisis
If you're facing a big problem, in business or life, there's one thing above all others to get sorted straight away...
The art of the job interview
If you're facing the ordeal of a job interview, here are a dozen quickfire dos and don'ts to help you make the right impression (and not pick your nose, turn up late with sauce on your shirt etc...)
Timeless wisdom
A wonderfully wise way to make sure that talk, workshop, or event you're holding really has a buzz...