Corporate Presenter

Birthdays & Weddings this weekend

2008-07-24T20:36:00.002Z

means it's light blogging here and over at my other presenter site

30 years of being in the limelight................

2008-07-23T21:25:00.002Z

................for the world's first test tube baby, Louise Brown, hits 30 this Friday, July 25th. Oh, and by the way, it's also the birthday of this presenter bloke!

The Dark Night on Leicester Square Television

2008-07-21T22:58:00.004Z

London, UK

My co-presenters Bron and Andy managed to have words with Christan Bale and Sir Michael Caine in Leicester Square. It was possibly the biggest red-carpet so far this year as LSQ TV covered the European Premiere of The Dark Night.

Angus, Thongs, LONG VERSION

2008-07-21T13:07:00.003Z

London, UK

Jeremy Jacobs & Catherine Whale once more.............

Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging

2008-07-16T21:51:00.003Z

London, UK

Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging is the brand new film from Gurinder Chadha. LSQ TV were in the Square earlier this evening to see the stars. In turned out to be quite a night! By the way, Angus is the cat who stars in the show. At Leicester Square Television we have our own Cat. My brilliant co-presenter Catherine Whale.

Review of WALL E

2008-07-14T14:34:00.002Z

London, UK

Checkout Dan Dalton's review of WALL E at the Leicester Square Television Blog - HERE

WALL E - UK Premiere

2008-07-13T23:33:00.004Z

London, UK

Catherine & Russ got together for the first time to present for Leicester Square Television the UK Premiere of WALL E.

Professionally Speaking

2008-07-13T21:55:00.004Z

London, UK

You may remember that last year I met up with business speaker and writer Geoff Burch. His biography descibes him as "The most original business guru in the World"!
Soon you'll be able to see Geoff very shortly on BBC TV. He's going to present
an eight part TV series called All Over the Shop. The programme starts on Thursday July 31st at 8.00 pm on BBC2 and continues until the end of September. Given the state of the economy it will be a series very worthwhile watching.

If you would like more information, publicity photographs or clips to show to your clients, these can all be obtained from Touch Productions and you can view clips of the show at Outright Distribution.

Presenter Centre

2008-07-13T21:51:00.002Z

London,UK

I'm signed up to an on-lne agency called the Presenter Centre, it's provides a good resource for presenters and casting directors alike.

This week's Premiere

2008-07-13T19:06:00.004Z

London, UK

Is scheduled to be Angus, Thongs and Pefect Snogging. Brought to you by Gurinder Chadha, who directed the smash hit movie, Bend it Like Beckham.

I'll be in town along with the crew at Leicester Square Television to bring you highlights from the red-carpet.

TV Presenters and animals

2008-07-12T11:46:00.002Z

London, UK

They say in television that a presenter should never work with animals and children. Here's why:

Ouch!!

Jazz at The City of London Festival

2008-07-11T08:25:00.004Z

London, UK

On the LSQ Blog is this piece from the recent City of London Festival. Top jazz guitarist Martin Taylor topped the bill.

Presenter Photos

2008-07-11T08:22:00.002Z

London, UK

Carrying on the theme from the previous post, I found this photo library whilst trawling the internet.

Updating your Presenter CV

2008-07-10T15:49:00.002Z

London, UK

Over at my other site is my latest showreel. You can see it here

Like any other business, one should always update one's CV. In the case of a presenter, corporate host or radio broadcaster that normally means new photographs, or a voice or video showreel.

How to get Testimonials

2008-07-06T22:12:00.004Z

London, UK

If you've done a good job as a corporate host or presenter, then make sure you get people to write and tell you. Testimonials are important in getting you new business opportunities. Here's a couple I received last year in addition to those on the left-hand side of this blog:

"Thank you so much for your input at our recent "Presentation Matters". The group truly gained effective presentation skills. We were amazed at the confidence of the students as a result of the skills they learnt." Lisa Quinn, Barnet Education Partnership.

"Jeremy gave an insightful and compelling talk about his selling and the sales cycle. I've used his day-to-day dealings with customers and colleagues alike" Judith Turner, Women in Property

Steve Trister is Guru John Popolini

2008-07-03T23:09:00.003Z

London, UK

LSQ TV brings you some of the action from the Press Night of "GURU JOHN POPOLINI".

In the audience were such luminaries of the networking and personal development scene. They included Mindy Gibbons-Klein,Andy Lopata and Mike Segall.

In attendance:
Keith Bishop
Ellie Torrez
Pauline Crawford

Media in attendance
Leicester Square Television
Stuffed Animals Media

Presenter: Jeremy Jacobs

Guru John Popolini

2008-07-02T22:56:00.003Z

London, UK

If you were unable to make it to Leicester Square this week, you'll have the opportunity to see GJP at the Edinburgh fringe. Check out his show, it just may change your life!

Mamma Mia World Premiere

2008-06-30T23:03:00.003Z

London, UK

Tom Hanks, Pierce Brosnan, Meryl Streep and others were in Leicester Square for the World Premiere of Mamma Mia. Check out this from Leicester Square Television:

Jeremy Jacobs was in the Square tonight with the stars including Meryl Streep, Pearce Brosnan, Colin Firth, Julie Walters, Tom Hanks, Benny, Bjorn, Anna-Frid, Elaine Paige, and Christrpher Biggins. Plus some words from the fans who'd travelled far and wide to be here.

How not to exhibit yourself

2008-06-26T10:24:00.003Z

London, UK

Yesterday I was at well known exhibition centre in West London. Within a few minutes of my arrival, I was in critique mode. Why oh why do people ask closed questions? You know the sort of thing don't you. Here's a list of what was asked of me yesterday:

1. Do you have responsibility for buying at your company?

2. Can you fill out this survey form?

3. Can I "zap" you first? (they then attempt to place an electronic implement upon your bar-coded delegate badge)

4. Would you like to try our sweets? (I was taught never to take sweets from strangers)

5. Would you like a brochure?

Then there's dress mode or rather the lack of it! I highlighted this in a post in April

Sometimes I despair!

Buddy Holly on Leicester Square Television

2008-06-23T18:37:00.002Z

London, UK

Some more footage here from West End Live. From the show "Buddy" -

See more West End Live clips at LSQ.TV

I'll be presenting a very special show next week for LSQ from the Hippodrome. It's all to do with the "Guru"

Boris Johnson on LSQ TV

2008-06-21T21:55:00.004Z

London, UK

So "Bo Jo" has now made it on to Leicester Square Television. Boris and other dignitaries were in Leicester Square for WEST END LIVE
In fact, so important was this gig that the top man himself, none other than Ian Maddison, was the presenter.

He didn't do too badly did he?

Meeting the greats

2008-06-19T23:11:00.002Z

London, UK

A while ago, I had the pleasure of chatting to Denny Laine, formerly of Wings and the Moody Blues. Here he is fronting the band in 1964 with "Go Now"

But did you know the song was first recorded by US soul singer Bessie Banks. Here's her version:

Presenting Thailand at Trafalgar Square

2008-06-17T21:09:00.002Z

London, UK

Last Saturday, I was at Trafalgar Square presenting for Leicester Square Television. The event was Thai@Trafalgar Square. Great food, great beer and great people!

Films - Female Agents

2008-06-16T18:31:00.004Z

London, UK

This thriller isn't being covered by us at Leicester Square Television but it looks a great film. It stars Sophie Marceau.

Look Professional at presenting and public-speaking

2008-06-14T09:27:00.004Z

London, UK

This piece is taken from the website of Simply Speaking, a consultancy who offer voice and presentation training.

Look Professional: Body Language Speaks

Body language is just as important as words when it comes to getting a message across. But what should you do with your hands when you're talking in public? And how should you move your body?

Do you ever feel physically uncomfortable not knowing quite what to do? Should you gesticulate frequently or keep gestures to a minimum? Should you wander around or stay stock still?

A convincing speaker uses powerful body language, including strong, defined movements and stillness. But unless you are taught to use your personal body language effectively, it can be really hard to know what to do.

For your speech to have impact, your body language must reflect your words, and vice versa. We will teach you to match these comfortably so that your audience can simultaneously see, hear and understand what you mean.

"Won't I feel uncomfortable changing my body language?"

We try to make the process as pain free as possible. We will take you out of your comfort zone a little, but you will be in a safe environment where it doesn't matter if you make a mistake. We are here to support you.

The body speaks very loudly, but many people don't know exactly what their non-verbal communication is saying to their audience. We will give you expert feedback on your body language and gently encourage you to try new techniques.

However, we realise that your body language is part of your personality and as everyone is different, the body language that works for you will be very individual and we won't suggest doing anything uncomfortable or unnatural.

Making eye contact

Another vital part of public speaking is making eye contact with your audience. This draws people in and makes them listen because they feel you are addressing them personally.

But although it sounds simple, lots of people find it difficult to make appropriate eye contact, particularly with a big audience. There are lots of misconceptions about what to do, and we will clear these up for you. We will show you how to make effective eye contact, increasing your authority and audience rapport and establishing a professional presence.

For more details about Simply Speaking call 08456 800 456