HOW TO SPEAK POWERFULLY
by
BRIAN FEINBLUM
G'day folks,
We all have to speak publicly at some stage or other. Many authors like me do it at schools. Now, that's a challenge. Here are a few tips from Brian Feinblum that may help you improve.
“I was at a recent publishing summit, where I spoke
on a panel about book publicity. I took note of the speaking and presenting
styles of the speakers. It seems there was a common core to what made them
inviting to listen to. Here are the 27 things that could work for you when
looking to sound convincing:
1.
Sound like you know your stuff.
2.
Speak with conviction and confidence.
3.
Use a level of vocabulary and language that classifies you as intelligent --
but not above your audience.
4.
Display enthusiasm and energy.
5.
Utilize humor.
6.
Use common reference points that people can relate to -- a divorce, being a
parent, a failed business, and travel challenges.
7.
Cite real-life examples for others to relate to.
8.
Name-drop and reference credentials/success stories to invite credibility
buy-in.
9.
Fluctuate your voice pitch.
10.
Use power point images or visuals.
11.
Give a perspective or sense of value and place to what you are sharing.
12.
Make the audience feel normal, accepted, and not alone.
13.
Come across as honest.
14.
Ask others for input or questions.
15.
Reveal an interesting fact.
16.
Share a good resource.
17.
Recommend an action step.
18.
Dress well and look good.
19.
Avoids politics, religion, and sex.
20.
Do not drone on about any one point or topic.
21.
Say something that shows you’ve been listening to other speakers or panels.
22.
Many had handouts and one had props that got your attention.
23.
Hand out a small parting gift.
24.
Do not contradict others or speak disparagingly about anyone.
25.
Didn’t curse or use offensive language.
26.
Connect ideas and points into a logical flow.
27.
Say something in such a way that you can't resist writing it down.
Good
speakers do a lot of things well. Take note of what those you admire do, and
put those elements into your next presentation.“
Brian Feinblum:
Clancy's comment: Thanks,
Brian. Some very worthwhile tips. Much appreciated.
I'm ...
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