June’s Newsletter: Are they really listening?
6 Jul 2025
This pre-summer month has been a whirlwind — between dashing back and forth to Rome for a corporate training with a new Austrian client, launching new masterclasses, being a guest on the “15 With Fosca” podcast, and even stepping briefly back on stage — I’m equal parts exhilarated and exhausted.
And here’s a little secret: despite all my years of experience, I still find myself wondering, “Are they really listening?” That’s why this month’s feature is all about how to be truly engaging in your work presentations — because clarity alone isn’t enough.
If you’re curious about how to make a lasting first impression, don’t miss my TEDx Talk (recently selected as an Editor’s Pick!) where I share what every professional can borrow from an actress’ toolkit.
Whether you’re speaking to a room of ten or a theatre of hundreds, connection is everything — and I’m here to help you create it. Check out my tips below on how to be engaging in any type of work presentation.
Speak Easy Secrets
Are they really listening?
How to engage during a work presentation
We’ve all sat through presentations where the speaker was technically “good” — clear voice, straightforward content, polished slides — but… our minds wandered anyway and we remembered nothing after!
Here’s the truth: Being clear is not the same as being compelling.
If you want your audience to lean in, not tune out, you need to go beyond just delivering information. You need to engage!
Watch My TEDx Talk: Elia Nichols | TEDxOltrarno
Back in the mic hot seat! 🎙️
I had the absolute pleasure of returning as a guest and guest host on my amazing friend and colleague’s podcast, 15 with Fosca. We laughed, we shared, and yep — there’s a little surprise waiting for listeners 👀🎁 Don’t miss it!
Me (Elia Nichols) as Audrey—one of my three roles—in As You Like It with NYU’s La Pietra Players.
Remember my mantra, awareness is power!
That’s all folks!
– Elia
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