Presentation Skills App - Terry Neason & Peter Pilgrim

Communication Diva Terry Neason

& Peter Pilgrim

Video interview

Presentation Skills Pronto for Android

Presentation App Android - Terry Neason & Peter Pilgrim from Terry Neason on Vimeo.

Public Speaking App for Android - Terry Neason

Presentation Skills Pronto App

by Terry Neason

At last! I got the chance to express my inner geek.  My opportunity to combine my passion for music and singing with training tips on how to stop the crowd turning ugly...

It took 4 months to design, develop and deliver... 4 months of discussion, debate, downright distasters and demolished demos; till finally the dream was fully realised

with the help of coding from Java Champion, Peter Pilgrim. Power to your programming!

An App was born...

Presentation Skills Pronto App for Android

Download on Android Market 

 Public Speaking Pronto App for Android
Download on Android Market
 

 

WAR BABY - Terry Neason Band - Tom Robinson classic

WAR BABY
by Tom Robinson
The Best of Vintage Glasgow Mayfest


In Memory of Neil Hay
The Band:
Terry Neason : lead vocal
Hermie Longalong: sax
Paul Henderson: guitar
Neil Hay: bass
Mike Travis: drums
Gordon Dougall & Jim Hannah: keyboards
Ray Dowling: backing vocals

TERRY'S VOCAL TIPS:
1. Drink at least 1 - 2 liters of water a day.
2. Avoid fizzy drinks and carbonated water as it can lead to dehydration.
3. Avoid eating dairy, as it produces thick mucous. (cheese, milk, yogurt, chocolate)
4. Eating fresh pineapple or pure steam inhalation, may help to clear light mucous.
5. ALWAYS gently warm up the voice before singing or presenting.
6. Preparation of content helps to avoid stress, which can cause tension in the voice.

Terry Neason Gig - Sheltered Love & He Wishes for the Cloths of Heaven

Sheltered Love & He Wishes for the Cloths of Heaven
Vocal - Terry Neason
Piano - Brian Prentice

I wrote this song in Ireland after a break-up and insisted on singing it in the concert I was doing at that time, Screams 'n' Kisses. Woh! Yes, one could say, it made for an emotional performance. Sob! Sniff! Waaaaaaaaaaaaaah! cathartic or what.
Being a fan of poetry, I included the W.B Yeats poem, He Wishes for the Cloths of Heaven, in the intro. It's got to be one of the most beautiful poems ever written.

Had I the heavens' embroidered cloths,
Enwrought with golden and silver light,
The blue and the dim and the dark cloths
Of night and light and the half-light,
I would spread the cloths under your feet:
But I, being poor, have only my dreams;
I have spread my dreams under your feet;
Tread softly because you tread on my dreams.

Rather than use a gig video, I thought it would be kool to use some romantic images. These stunning pictures from my chum, Suzi Lemon, set the mood perfectly.
The Changing Light of Loch Fyne...I used 4 transitions and they change slowly during the song.

Terry Neason - If You Go Away - Ne me quitte pas

IF YOU GO AWAY

After some time in the office, I decided it's time to get back to the music. 'If You Go Away' is from our recent concert, Torch Songs of Pleasure 'n' Passion. Brian Prentice plays an amazing arrangement on piano.
Written by Rod McKuen and based on the beautiful Jacques Brel song, Ne me quitte pas.
Pic: Changing Light on Loch Fyne by Suzi Lemon

Hermie Longalong Band & Terry Neason in Concert 28th August 2009

Terry Neason &
The Hermie Longalong Band
in Concert with a fantastic line-up...
including guitarist Paul Henderson

Community Benefit for Charities
Breakthrough Breast Cancer Scotland &
The British Heart Foundation Scotland

Friday, 28th August 2009 at 7:30 Hamilton Townhouse
This is Hermie Longalong's first fundraising Concert and I was delighted when he asked me to Host it for him. Hermie has put together a great line-up of talented musicians and performers.

All proceeds from profits will go to the two charities.

Here's a blast from the past, when Hermie and Paul were playing along side me in the Terry Neason Band. This version of Lady Madonna by the Beatles, was inspired and played on this video, by the late great Neil Hay on bass. I was also joined by Jim Hannah and Gordon Dougall:keyboards and Mike Travis on drums. These guys are blazing!!!



TERRY NEASON- Singer/MC
HERMIE LONGALONG BAND

Hermie: saxaphones

Paul Henderson: guitar

Gino Ciancio:piano/keyboard

Bill Fleming: keyboard

Sandro Ciancio: drums/percussion

Ryan Gallagher: drums

Martin Henderson: bass guitar

Thank you to these performers -and to all the local Business people who will contribute

Graham Duffin:Wet Wet Wet guitarist

Moira Kerr: Folk singer/writer with Jamie Campbell on keyboard

George Rodger: Gypsy Band

Strathaven Academy Choir

Heather McCloud: violin

Holy Cross High School Band

The Jive Dancers

Tom Reilly/Simon Harris guitar

Tickets £10 & £8
Call: 01698 452299
email: thetownhouse@southlanarkshire.gov.uk

BREAKTHROUGH Breast Cancer Scotland

Breakthrough Breast Cancer has set up the first and only dedicated breast cancer research unit in Scotland. We are trying to develop more personalised treatments for people with the disease so there is a better chance of success.

Breast Cancer affects one in nine women at some point in their lives

Around 4000 women a year are diagnosed in Scotland

Around 1000 women a year in Scotland die from the disease.

THE British Heart Foundation Scotland
We are the largest, independent funder of heart research in Scotland and we currently spending over £25 million.

We play an important role in funding education and teaching the public and health professionals.

BHFS also provide life-saving cardiac equipment and provide support for heart patients through our BHF Scotland Heart Nurses.

Twitter Tweet Life is Sweet

Twitter Tweet Life is Sweet

What am I doing? The Birdie Song! Learning, laughing and loving it.

Time management will probably fly out the window, however, there's a wealth of inspirational items of excellence, interest and intrigue to be had out there.

Professional Public Speaking

Public Speaking Tips - Sound, Lights ACTION
Preparation is the Key. It's second nature to me now, like breathing out and breathing in...oops! I nearly burst into song there. Ok, here's my simple yet effective tips for getting it right on the night.

Sandro Russo - Liszt’s Consolation no. 3 - performed on Liszt's 1862 Bechstein Piano

Play it again Sandro...

My chum, Sandro Russo, not so much tickles the ivories, more of a beautiful caress. :+>
Sandro sent me an email sharing two excerpts from a DVD he recently recorded on the historical 1862 Bechstein Piano which belonged to Franz Liszt. I in turn, wish to share it with you.
Visit Sandro's site and pleasure your ears:Sandro Russo

Events Speaker Terry Neason Communication Video

Events Speaker, Communication Coach, Humorist and Diva... a winning combination

Terry Neason & Karen Dunbar - Calum's Cabin 2008

Benefit Show on The Isle of Bute for Calum's Cabin

12 year old Rothesay boy, Calum Speirs lost his fight for life little more than a year after being diagnosed with a brain tumour. Brave Calum, a first year pupil at Rothesay Academy, died peacefully at home in Mountstuart Road on Friday 16th February 2007. The funeral service, much of it arranged by Calum himself, was held at the former High Kirk on Wednesday 21st February 2007. Calum was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour only a few days after the first symptoms were noticed last January- but he’s left his family with a host of happy memories from the 13 months since then. In the 13 months, Calum was an inspiration to all who knew and met him. Calum always laughed and smiled, and his priority was always to think of others.

Calums Cabin
Calum and his family had decided that they would like to keep helping others by having a Holiday Cabin in Calum’s name to allow other families who are dealing with a child with cancer to have a wonderful holiday on the Isle of Bute. Details of the proposed Cabin can be found on the Calums Cabin page

Funny Health & Safety video of Bricklayer Story told by Terry Neason

Bricklayer's Story...Hilarious Health and Safety tale

This bonkers story has been around since the 1950s. It's based on the old Gerard Hoffnung tale of an unfortunate bricklayer, who suffers from an attack of really 'bad planning'...he reports his incredible amount of injuries and places a claim, to Health and Safety, who come back with " You're having a laugh mate! ...explain!" so he does.

I first heard it read by Clive James, when I was entertaining at an Awards Ceremony. and I laughed till I wept! Seemed the only thing to do, was to pinch it....so I did and now I can say " I DID IT MY WAY"

Social Networking in Plain English VIDEO

Social Networking Success

Networking is a good way, to build relationships, socially as well as in business. Getting to know people, helps to build mutual rapport and trust...and with trust, comes friendship and with friendship, the possibilities are endless.

My pleasures are simple...and because this is so...I have many. These folks being one, as they really make me think and smile. This is what they had to say about this video.

"We made this video for people who wonder why social networking sites are so popular. We think one reason is because they help to solve a real world problem.
www.commoncraft.com/show

Deepak Chopra Video - Gratitude

This is a Heavenly moment on Earth...

I am excited at the prospect of reading Deepak Chopra's book, Quantum Healing...At the risk of sounding like an old hippy, I have to be honest and inform you, that I was seriously uplifted by this video. I do hope you share the sentiment. Enjoy.

Terry Neason - Nerves? Stress? Fight or Flight in Presentations BRING IT ON!

We need a little Nerves and Stress in life and business...BRING IT ON!

The next time someone makes the promise to eradicate your nerves, for when you are delivering a Speech or Presentation, think again!...We thrive on short bursts of stress and our mind and body benefits from the hormones which are released. It's even said to be good for the immune system.



A little Stress now and again does you good...so learn to control it...here's what I do when I'm nervous before I go on stage...

Controlled Breathing: Sitting or standing; make sure you keep your shoulders down and your arms relaxed by your side; Inhale through the nose over 3 seconds, then hold for 3 seconds and then exhale slowly through the mouth/ repeat 5 times then breath normally.
This oxygenates the blood and keeps you alert , yet calm. ahhhhhhh!

General info available online:
The human body responds to stressors by activating the nervous system and specific hormones. The hypothalamus signals the adrenal glands to produce more of the hormones adrenaline and cortisol and release them into the bloodstream. These hormones speed up heart rate, breathing rate, blood pressure, and metabolism. Blood vessels open wider to let more blood flow to large muscle groups, putting our muscles on alert. Pupils dilate to improve vision. The liver releases some of its stored glucose to increase the body's energy. And sweat is produced to cool the body. All of these physical changes prepare a person to react quickly and effectively to handle the pressure of the moment.

Terry Neason - Active Listening whilst Networking

Don't yak! yak! yak!...Listen and Learn
plus a brilliant poem by Steve Kaye

Terry Neason - Career change after 25 years? I did

CAREER CHANGE

I realise that when we get to a certain stage in our lives, it can seem like an uphill struggle, changing the habits of a lifetime. But I never fancied being a GOW (grumpy old woman) as I'm sure none of you gentlemen out there, fancy being a GOM.

I changed career after 25 years. The roar of the grease-paint and the smell of the crowd ceased to turn me on anymore. Because I was unhappy in my work, I would be unhappy in my home,,,and full circle again, I would be unhappy in my work and so it went on.
The obvious choice was to change career and hold onto my core values...so I did!

Ok, I know I was in a lucky position of not having kids or dependents, so I could afford to walk close to the edge, but the thought was still scary. I couldn't eat my furniture, so I had to think of a new earner.
People and communication being my passion, I started my own communication coaching business, TLC Powertalk and the rest is...the future!
Friends, fans and relatives thought I was being a foolish meanie, not singing anymore. The hate mail started arriving ha! ha!...So now that I have a positive mind-set, I perform now and again, which is good for the soul, as well as my inbox...I post music videos...so everyone's happy...but most importantly...I AM HAPPY!!!

My advice...if you can persuade the family and friends to support you, don't be bogged down emotionally and frozen with fear, at the thought of change. You are and will always be, your own best asset. Change after 25 years??? You can bet your sweet butt-cheeks DO IT!

Here's a small video rant:
Publicity pics from previous shows, are by my good friend :Alan Crumlish

Terry Neason Edutainment - Funny song+stand-up about too much booze at the office party

Did you drink too much booze at the office party? and after throwing up over the boss, I think you can forget the promotion.

This is a clip from the conference Edutainment...Walk Your Talk. It has a great song and funny poem about the joys of 'selective memory'.




Arrangement: Brian Prentice
My Body and Me:by Mick Hanley
Office Party: Alison Chisholm

Terry Neason of TLC Powertalk is on a mission to rid the business world of Death by PowerPoint

Let's get passionate about the effective basics of communication...when life was simple and synergy was a shampoo...and there was life before Death by Powerpoint.
If you have any forthcoming presentations or business pitches, then it might be an idea to visit my 1-2-1 Influential Communication Skills page at: www.tlcpowertalk.com/one-to-one

Forgive this business rant on my fun blog but, wow! it feels great to admit to not being a fan of PowerPoint...and I don't care who knows it!...obviously, this will not come as a great surprise to my business clients.
Effective communication skills are a must for your next presentation.
FORGET THE PINGER POWER, or at least remember, less is more!

Star Quality...Top Ten Tips

Stop the crowd turning ugly

1. Always remember…Preparation is the key.

2. Refrain from drinking caffeine related liquid, as this only speeds up the nervous process and can cause the mind to race, as well as the heart.

3. Refrain from consuming dairy produce as this affects the mucous glands, and can cause you to constantly clear your throat.

4. Drink plenty of water and always have plenty on stand by.

5. Go somewhere private and warm up your voice and facial muscles.

6. Breathe deeply, evenly, and slowly for several minutes, as this not only oxygenates the blood, to keep you alert, but also helps you keep calm.

7. Go to a mirror and check out how you look, as you only have 5 seconds to make a first impression and only 90 to blow their socks off.

8. Make a positive entrance with good upright posture, as that shows confidence.

9. Make good eye contact.


10. Make them laugh, think and sigh…and you will make them listen!

Proclaimers Scotland's Story performed by Terry Neason LIVE

Scotland's Story performed by Terry Neason- LIVE in Concert

The Proclaimers are one of my favourite bands and it was my pleasure to perform this song. Brian Prentice, as always, did a fab track. This song reminds us Scots of why we should welcome the cultural diversity of our nation. After all, it's the wealth of nationalities that makes up Scotland, which enables us to impact on the World Stage...OK! quick! someone get me down off this soap-box!