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“There will be threats in 2021. We all know that. But there will also be opportunities.”
Top 10 Tips for Speakers #10 – Putting it all together
So – over the past 10 days, we’ve been examining the top 10 tips for new and nervous public speakers If you’ve stuck with us so far, congratulations – you are on your way to becoming an accomplished and polished speaker and presenter – Kudos to you! We’re going to put it all together today,…
Top 10 Tips for Speakers #9 – Don’t reinvent the wheel – Learn from the masters
“Millions before you have been nervous about making public presentations … use their experience and ‘crowd-source’ solutions”
Top 10 Tips for Speakers #8 – “And now let’s hear a few words” (without warning)
So far we’ve talked about how to prepare a presentation, and how to structure your speech, and what to include, and how to deliver it. But all of that assumes you have some time to prepare. What about when you are asked to speak without any notice? Scary thought, huh? Well, there are any number…
Top 10 Tips for Speakers #7 – Get excited about speaking!
“… people around you are checking their phones, and planning their weekend, and wool-gathering. In fact, the only thing they are NOT doing, is taking any notice of the message.”
Top 10 Tips for Speakers #6 – Using a story to start
“Tell a memorable story that sets the foundation for your argument…”
Top 10 Tips for Speakers #5 – “Tell them, Tell them, Tell them … “
“The lesson is as old as Aristotle, and there’s a good, science-based reason behind it …”
Top 10 tips for Public Speakers #4 – Public Speaking’s not about YOU!
“… public speaking isn’t about the speaker – it’s about the public …”
Top 10 Tips for Speakers #3 – Should I Memorize, Extemporize or Localize?
“Should I try to memorize a speech, or should I just go with an outline?” The answer, I am afraid, is “that depends”.
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