Some of the most powerful ideas never make it to the stage. Not because they lack insight. Not because they lack evidence. But because they challenge assumptions, question dominant narratives,
Panels are everywhere. Conferences, policy dialogues, leadership forums, stakeholder engagements. But too often, they fail. The discussion becomes predictable. Speakers repeat prepared remarks. The audience disengages. And the opportunity to
We live in a world that rewards speech. Social media amplifies opinions, meetings overflow with ideas and job interviews are often judged more on how well someone talks than on
Fear of failure in communication rarely appears out of nowhere. Most times, it comes from experiences that taught us directly or indirectly that speaking up was risky. Past experiences quietly
Your speaker brand is more than your voice on stage; it is the impression you leave long after the applause fades. It is how you connect and remain relevant across
Why how we think determines how we connect Have you ever reread a message and felt offended, only to later realise the sender may not have meant it that way?
Virtus verborum is the excellence of words – language so wellchosen, clear and alive that it seems to “do” something in the listener the moment it is heard. It is
Over the years, we have noticed something quietly consistent in meetings, boardrooms, training rooms, and everyday conversations. Two people can say the exact same thing in a meeting. One gets
Communication goes far beyond speaking. It is the intentional effort to send the right meaning and to ensure that meaning is understood. Words alone are not enough. What truly matters
Have you ever walked away from a conversation at work thinking, “I was very clear, so how did we end up here?” Or perhaps you have sat through a meeting
It’s one of life’s quiet ironies: the less we know, the more certain we can sound. In meetings, classrooms, or social media threads, confidence often walks ahead of competence, and
When we think of building wealth, the term “compound interest” immediately comes to mind: small, consistent investments growing exponentially over time. But what if I told you the same principle
Almost everyone has experienced that bewildering moment when the mind goes blank, the body stiffens, and words disappear just when they are needed most. It may happen during a presentation,
In the realm of leadership and strategic communication, not all hierarchies are created equal. Some organisations thrive on open dialogue, collaboration, and egalitarian decision-making. Others operate under strict chains of
Professional associations in 2026 are no longer “nice-to-have affiliations.” They are strategic assets, powerhouses of insight, connection, credibility, and opportunity. Yet, too many professionals barely scratch the surface of what
The standing ovation is changing. In 2019, a great speech needed a strong story, clear structure, and confident delivery. By 2025, it also needed to work on Zoom, look good
The 80/20 principle, also known as the Pareto Principle, highlights that approximately 80% of results come from 20% of causes. This principle is widely applied across various fields to prioritise
In the world of training, facilitation, communications and leadership – especially in the kind of work Priori Orators does with teams, executives and organisations – knowing how to move a
Picture this: you’re delivering a talk to a room full of people, and they’re not just listening—they’re leaning in, smiling, nodding, and enjoying every word you say. No, you haven’t