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Networking as a Speaker: How to Build Connections Through Your Presentations

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When you’re on stage, you’re not just delivering a presentation—you’re building relationships.


Public speaking is one of the most powerful networking tools you’ll ever have.


Done right, your talk doesn’t just inform and inspire—it connects you with people who want to know more about you.


Here’s how to make that happen and increase your networking:


1. Speak to connect, not to impress. Audiences can tell if you’re there to show off or genuinely help. When your goal is to serve, not perform, people lean in and trust you more. Trust is the foundation of every great connection.

2. Share stories that resonate. Facts may be forgotten, but stories stick. When you share authentic, relatable experiences, people in the audience see themselves in your journey. That emotional connection often leads to meaningful conversations afterward.

3. Be approachable on stage. Your body language, your tone, your facial expressions—they all send signals. A warm smile, open gestures, and real eye contact make people feel like you’re speaking directly to them. That’s when they think, “I’d like to talk with this person later.”

4. Invite engagement. Pose questions. Encourage reflection. Create moments where the audience feels included. When people interact—even silently—they’re investing in you and your message.

5. Follow up off stage. The real networking happens after the applause. Stick around. Be accessible. Respond to questions with curiosity. And always, always follow up on conversations. That’s how a presentation becomes a relationship. Offer something of value where you can capture names and email addresses. (I offer a variety of 'Speaker Templates.' ) Add these names to your email marketing so you can be top of mind for opportunities.

Speaking isn’t just about delivering content—it’s about opening doors. When you treat every presentation as a networking opportunity, you’ll discover your greatest connections often begin with your audience. Follow this advice and your networking and presentations will be absolutely, positively - NO SWEAT! ————————————————————————————————————————————————–

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About the Author                 Fred E. Miller is a speaker, an international coach, and the author of the books, “NO SWEAT Public Speaking!” and “NO SWEAT Elevator Speech!”


Businesses, Individuals, and Organizations hire him because they want to improve their Networking, Public Speaking, andPresentation Skills.


They do this because they know:"Speaking Opportunities are Business, Career, and Leadership Opportunities."


They also know:We perceive really great speakers to be Experts. We like to work with Experts.

He shows them how to: Develop, Practice, and Deliver Fantastic Presentations! with – NO SWEAT!


Services:

  1. Keynote Speaker

  2. Workshop Facilitator

  3. Breakout Sessions

  4. Personal and Group Public Speaking and Presentation Coaching

  1. Lessening The Fear of Public Speaking with – NO SWEAT!

  2. Crafting Your Elevator Speech, Floor by Floor with – NO SWEAT!

  3. Speaking Opportunities are Business, Career, and Leadership Opportunities.

  4. We are All Self-Employed!


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My books can be purchased on amazon.com.               " NO SWEAT Public Speaking”               “ NO SWEAT Elevator Speech!”



If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions about this post or other posts please contact me: Fred@NoSweatPublicSpeaking.com.


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