0"I've Got Nothing to Talk About!" "The audience probably knows way more than I do about the topic. If they don't fall asleep during my presentation, they'll be fidgeting, checking email, and looking at the clock, hoping I'll soon conclude." That is a major fear many have when it comes to public speaking. They are Read More
Lessening the Fear of Public Speaking
Speakers: Authenticity Connects. . .
0You to Your Audience! WE'RE IN THE ELECTION SEASON! Candidates are debating and delivering speeches. Speakers can learn from comments like these: • "He's Authentic." • "She's scripted, and not Authentic." • "That candidate is connecting with me." • "I have no confidence in them." • "I trust them." • "They Read More
Speakers: Perfection in Your Presentation is. . .
0Not Necessary! If you're in a marching band, you better be in step with your fellow band members. If you are in a play, chorus, or orchestra and forget your lines, the song, or play your instrument at the wrong time - you're in a bad place! When delivering a presentation, it's an entirely different story. No one, Read More
Your Presentation: It Doesn’t Have to Be. . .
PERFECT! Transcript Fred Miller, “NO SWEAT Public Speaking!” When you’re giving a presentation, it's not the same as being in a play, singing a duet, or being a participant in a marching band. It doesn't have to be Perfect! If you're not giving the presentation you wanted to give, or the one you've given before, it Read More
The Formula for the Body of a Speech is. . .
oMake Points and Support Them with Stories. Transcript Fred Miller, “NO SWEAT Public Speaking!” The formula for the body of your speech is: make several points, tell stories to reinforce those points. Personal stories if possible. One of the fears people have of Public Speaking is, “I've got nothing to talk. What Read More
SMART BIZ SHOW: Jim and Jeff Interview Me!
oThe Consummate Business Interviewers: Listen. . . Jim Wright and Jeff Arthur, co-hosts of the nationally syndicated Smart Biz Show, ask the right questions and contribute their own experiences and expertise on the important business topic: Public Speaking and Presentation Skills. Topics discussed include: • Read More
Six Rules for Q&A
0 Not done correctly, the Q&A Session of your presentation can destroy an otherwise excellent talk. Don't let that happen! Done correctly, the Q&A Session can add value to your presentation. It's an opportunity to connect directly with the audience, demonstrate you know your topic in depth, and are skillful at Read More
Business Innovators Interviews Fred Miller!
0 Stewart Andrew Alexander recently interviewed me about my mantra, "Speaking Opportunities are Business, Career, and Leadership Opportunities!" Stewart is an excellent interviewer and the consummate host! Stewart Andrew Alexander is a Digital Media Strategist, Contributing Writer for Small Business Trendsetters, and Read More
Five Nuggets to Lessen the Fear of Public Speaking
0Consistently, the Fear of Public Speaking is listed as one of the most common fears people have. Many are held back from reaching their potential by this fear. Lessen the Fear of Public Speaking Assume the ‘SUPER HERO’ stance. Think Superman / Wonder Woman Stand erect with legs slightly apart. Place your Read More
VIDEO Allows YOU to See and Hear Yourself as. . .
0Others See and Hear You! Knowing you want to improve your public speaking and presentation skills, I suggest taking a video of yourself practicing or delivering a presentation. Then view it critically. Video is Powerful! You may think you’re doing something lousy or really good, but seeing and hearing will allow you Read More