Try This! The Body of Your Speech has a formula: Make a Point. Tell a Story that reinforces the point. (Speaker's Template HERE.) There should be three to five points, supported by a story or two reinforcing each point. Make them personal stories. Personal stories because no one else, unless given Read More
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You Don’t Have a Personal Story?
“Be a Sponge!” Follows . . .
"My Way is Not the Only Way." In a previous post, I proposed telling your audience, early in your presentation, you are NOT the only authority on your topic. Inform them you are going to deliver great information, but others have points of view to be considered, also. Immediately that 'admission' gives you credibility. Read More
“My Way is Not the Only Way,”
Adds Credibility . . .
To Your Presentation. Early in your presentation, telling your audience you are NOT the only, ultimate, know-it-all authority on your topic, immediately gets them to pay attention to your message with an open mind. It's unusual for them to hear a statement like that and it gives you, the speaker, increased Read More
Diane Hamilton Interviews Fred Miller
Dr. Diane Hamilton is a professor, author, and expert in the field of management, marketing, personality, leadership, and motivation. Her Take the Lead Radio With Dr. Diane Hamilton Podcasts feature a variety of business leaders and experts. She draws on her decades of work experience in software, computers, corporate Read More
“Speaking Opportunity!” What Will You. . .
Talk About? One Consideration: WHERE did the "Speaking Opportunity" come from? If it's job-related, the topic may be chosen by a manager or program director and the decision about what to talk about has already been made. If that's the case, have a conversation with them and, together, list bullet points you Read More
A MULTI-TASKING Audience is . . .
Going to MISS a LOT! When watching a cable news story or interview you’ll invariably see a “ticker tape” of information streaming right to left on the bottom of your television. Read that information and you miss the story on the main screen. It is extremely annoying, isn’t it! It’s important to note that distraction Read More
Elevator Speech: “HIRE ME Because . . .”
Is a POWER PHRASE to use in Your Elevator Speech. Most, when asked, "What do you do?" respond with verbiage like: "I help people . . . " "I work with companies . . ." Those answers sound a bit wimpy to me! They also convey the message the individual may not expect to be compensated for what they do. Perhaps Read More
“GOOGLE Me!” Says . . .
Don't just take my word. Check Me Out! That two word phrase, especially when delivered with a little “Attitude” (Good Attitude!) grabs your attention, doesn't it! Great! It's supposed to! Saying, "GOOGLE ME!" tells everyone, "There's information about me out there I want you to see. It's good stuff, and I'm proud of Read More
CBS / KMOX Interview with Fred Miller
C-Speak: The Language Of Executives In this CBS/KMOX C-Speak Podcast, Mark Reardon, KMOX, and Michael Scully, regional president of PNC Bank, interview Fred Miller, author of “NO SWEAT Public Speaking.” In this interview, Miller explains the importance of being able to confidently speak in public and the impact it can Read More
When in the Audience, PLEASE . . .
Follow these Suggestions: Often, we speakers attend presentations, not to speak, but to learn. We are there to gain knowledge about the presenters topic. We also learn by observing other speakers practicing their craft. What do they do well we might want to incorporate into our presentations? What mistakes are they making Read More