oTemplate and Example. Transcript: Fred Miller, “NO SWEAT Public Speaking!” Picture this: You go to the event and you arrive early because the goal is to Network! You have your Elevator Speech. The goal of the Elevator Speech for the one-on-one is the same as it is if you’re giving that Elevator Speech in front of a Read More
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Your Escape Plan for Networking. . .
oMust Be in Place! Has this ever happened to you? The seminar is scheduled to begin at 8:30. When you signed up and paid for the event, the notice on the promotional flyer said. "Arrive early and Network!" "Great!" was your reaction. You've tweaked your Elevator Speech enough times that you're comfortable with it and Read More
VELCRO Networking is NOT. . .
0Networking! I know you've never done this, but I plead Guilty! You go to a social function, seminar, or networking event and arrive early with the intent of meeting a bunch of new people. Hopefully, some will be prospects for your products and services. As soon as you enter the venue, you see a friend you haven't Read More
Speakers: You Only Have One Chance. . .
oTo Make a First Impression. Make It an Outstanding One Before You Take the Stage! The Title of your talk. It's got to grab the attention of potential attendees, or they won't be in the audience. Consider, when working on that title: People will do more to avoid pain than seek pleasure. Example. I could Read More
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
The EXPRESS Elevator Speech Can. . .
0Start With a QUESTION! FREE EXPRESS Elevator Speech Template HERE! Transcript Fred Miller, NO SWEAT Public Speaking! This video is about how to craft a great Elevator Speech. Specifically, the One-on-One Elevator Speech. These occur when you go to event and the suggestion was to. “Arrive early and network.” The Read More
“So”. . . THIS Word and Others. . .
0Are HUGE Distractions to Your Presentation. Uh, Like, You Know, Um, OK? Those and other "Filler Words" do not add value to a presentation. They distract the audience from the message. Too many of them, and those listening and looking at the presenter will never GET IT! Toastmasters assigns an "Ah Counter" at each Read More
These Elevator Speeches Start with. . .
0QUESTIONS! As Apple used to say, "THINK DIFFERENT." When we attend networking events, social functions, or seminars, the leader often announces, "Before we get started, let's go around the room. When it's your turn, stand up, tell us who you are and what you do - give us your Elevator Speech. Most people, when it's Read More
Elevator Speeches Can DIS-Qualify. . .
0Prospects! One of the reasons we develop great Elevator Speeches is for networking events, social functions, and seminars. Often, as the audience is getting settled, the leader announces, "Before we get started, let's go around the room When it's your turn; stand up, tell who you are and what you do - give us your 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