Stories and Examples Reduce Public Speaking Fear The fastest and easiest way to eliminate public speaking fear is to insert more examples and stories into your formal presentations or PowerPoint Slideshows. When participants in public speaking classes are first introduced to this technique, many of them will often resist the advice thinking, “My presentations are […]
There’s something really special about group presentations. I spent years and years (the better part of a decade, really) studying everything I could about presentation skills and how to deliver powerful speeches. Years later, that studying led me to becoming a presentation coach. I had been coaching speakers for a few years before, but one…
According to The Book of Lists, public speaking has ranked higher than the fear of death for decades. “That doesn’t seem right” you might be thinking “there’s no way that’s true”. But the anxiety is real. As the old Seinfeld joke goes, “If you’re at a funeral, you’d rather be in the casket than giving…
Even great content can fall flat if it’s delivered poorly. One awkward phrase, one outdated cliché, or one moment of uncertainty can derail your entire presentation. That’s why knowing what to avoid in a speech is just as important as knowing what to include. You might have years of experience or the perfect PowerPoint presentation,…
It’s happened to everyone. You deliver a well thought out speech. Well rehearsed, well received, well done, everything is looking up. All that practicing and writing and drafting is finally paying off and you’re ready to walk off stage to thunderous applause. That’s when, out of the corner of your eye, as you’re beginning to…
You can improve your public speaking skills very quickly. In fact, if you follow this simple guide, I can promise you, in less than a week, you will be a much, much better presenter. Now keep in mind, I’m not saying you’ll be a $50,000 per hour keynote speaker in a week. And, no, if…