Jan 20, 2023 | Speaking Tip, Storytelling
Imagine you’re sitting in an auditorium with 150 other people. You’re listening to a speaker who’s talking about one of your favorite topics. The presentation is enlightening and energetic, but, something’s missing. After the presentation, you have a...
Jan 16, 2023 | Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips, Speaking Tip, Speech Writing, Stand OUT! Speaking Tip, Tell a Story, Make Your Point, Uncategorized
When a rocket takes off from the Launchpad, it needs a major boost of energy to get started. Without it, it never leaves the Earth. The same can be said for your stories. Without energy, they won’t grab and keep the attention of your listeners. Regarding...
Nov 30, 2022 | Presentation Skills, Storytelling
(NOTE: In our previous Brain CODE post, you read about the power of story to create trust in your listeners. If you missed it, you can read it if you CLICK HERE). Why do we tell business stories? Audiences give me various answers to this question: • Build...
Nov 28, 2022 | Leadership Skills, Make Your Point, Presentation Skills
In a recent poll, I asked, “What is the most important part of a speech?” We received several responses. Answers ranged from: – The opening – The closing – Connection with the audience – The delivery These are each excellent responses. There is...
Nov 9, 2022 | Uncategorized
My client Jeff was feeling (and looking) discouraged. “Michael, I feel I’ve lost control of my speech. Lately I’m just not having any fun with it.” Have you ever felt this way about a presentation? To understand why Jeff felt this way,...