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Practical articles on speech timing, word counts, and presentation preparation — with free browser tools built in.
Speech & Presentations
How Many Words Are in a 5-Minute Speech?
Learn the exact word count for a 5-minute speech at slow, average, and fast speaking speeds — plus a free calculator to check your own script.
Speech & Presentations
Average Speaking Speed: Words Per Minute Explained
Discover what average speaking speed actually means, how it varies by context, and how to use it to time presentations, podcasts, and YouTube scripts.
Speech & Presentations
Speech Length Guide: Word Counts for Every Presentation Length
The complete reference for speech word counts: 1-minute to 60-minute presentations, all three speaking speeds, plus timing tips for TED Talks, podcasts, and classroom speeches.
Image Optimisation
How to Reduce Image Size Without Losing Quality
A practical guide to shrinking image file sizes without sacrificing quality — covering formats, compression types, website optimisation, and email limits.