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Lessons from a Street Performer
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I was in Boston last week and had an opportunity to do some sightseeing.
Around the famous Faneuil Hall Marketplace there were several street performers.
They’re mostly very good.
One was O-U-T-S-T-A-N-D-I-N-G!
The Content of his performance was juggling.
The Great Delivery was what set him apart from the majority of street performers.
I was reminded of Delivery Lessons all great speakers should emulate.
Here they are: Read More→
BLOG!
It will make you a Better Speaker!
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Blogging (Writing) and Speaking Go Hand-in-Glove.
They are both communication skills a speaker needs to continually sharpen.
Writing is a great way to develop, and make better, the content of your presentations.
The analogy is: “If you really want to learn about a subject – Teach It!
The same holds true for blogging.
I know the subject of Public Speaking and Presentations. I’m an expert in this field. I’ve practiced and studied it for years. However, each and every time I write a new blog Post, I add Read More→
Nine Ways to Guarantee
Your Presentation BOMBS!
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If You Absolutely Want to BOMB!
- Don’t practice your presentation.
- You’ve given it before – no big deal.
- Don’t visit the facility before your talk.
- Don’t find out what style of seating is in place and don’t rearrange if not best for you.
- Don’t check the lighting; natural or in-room.
- Don’t find out where the temperature controls are located or who to call to adjust heating and cooling. Read More→
You’re Scheduled to Speak at 10:00
Arrive at 8:00!
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Seriously,
there are Lots of reasons to arrive that early!
We all know that ‘Stuff’ happens.
Arriving early, some may say very early, is not an option for the speaker who is on top of his/her game.
It’s your presentation, and your responsibility to yourself and those who will be attending, to do the best you can to make sure Where you are speaking is ready for You and the Audience!
Here is a list of things that need to be checked on, plus a few other reasons to arrive early, that will go a long way towards a delivering a better, less stressful presentation. Read More→
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Posted by: | CommentsWHY Speak?
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Why in the world would you want to get up in front of strangers, or for that matter, in front of people you know, and risk embarrassing yourself?
Actually, there are many reasons to do this.
First of all, if you speak in front of a group, people tend to consider you to be an expert on the subject. Speaking is a great way to put yourself in front of people who have an interest in your subject, and are looking for more information.
Speaking is one way to gain credibility. The perception is that if someone gives presentations and speaks in front of groups they are an expert. All things being equal, we rather deal with ‘experts’ – correct?
Also, leaders are expected to be Read More→
“Meet and Greet”
To Ease the “Fear of Public Speaking!”
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Here’s a good tip!
You’re much more at ease speaking to people you know and friends.
Arrive at your speaking event early.
Wear a Name Tag – It’s important!
Meet and greet the people who came to see and hear your talk.
If they’re wearing a name tag, call them by name. Ask their name if they are not wearing one.
Thank them for coming and ask what they hope to get out of the event.
During your speech, make eye contact with these new ‘friends’.
Specifically look at them when addressing an issue they told you about.
It’s also really cool to something in your talk like, “I was talking to Barb Chandler before the presentation today, and she said one of the greatest challenges this company will be facing . . .”
Now, you’ve really made a friend and have found a friendly face to talk to. Just be sure, when quoting them, that it’s appropriate to the subject and audience. Know who they are, and even ask permission, when meeting them, if you might mention their comment in your talk.
You’ll find your ‘fear of speaking’ lessens when you speak to people you’ve already met!
About the Author:
Fred E. Miller coaches, speaks and writes about Public Speaking and Presentation Skills.
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