As a child, Yasir Khan would run to the bathroom when it was his turn to give a presentation in class. To help break him out of his shell, his parents sent him to Canada, but the change of environment didn’t help. Desperately lonely, Yasir Googled, 'how do I make friends?' And that’s how he discovered Toastmasters. Although his first time in front of an audience was nerve-racking, he went back week after week, practicing public speaking. Eventually, he won a public speaking contest. Months later, he had done 40 workshops and had become a TEDx speaker. Today, he coaches some of the biggest CEOs in the world. In today’s episode, Yasir will break down the key skills for becoming a more effective speaker, from pacing and volume to storytelling and body language.
In this episode, Hala and Yasir will discuss:
(00:00) Introduction
(03:17) From Hiding in the Bathroom to CEO Coach
(04:52) Your Voice Is Your Brand
(06:29) Yasir’s Journey to Overcoming Fear
(13:26) Conquering Speaking Anxiety
(14:56) Steps to Sharpen Your Speaking Skills
(27:24) Secrets to Keeping Audiences Engaged
(32:20) Quick Tips for Effective Speaking
(33:15) How to Sound Confident and Credible
(41:00) Mastering the Art of Storytelling
(52:22) Effective Networking Through Speaking
(54:42) Yasir’s Advice for Aspiring Speakers
Yasir Khan is a powerhouse public speaking coach and the founder of Speak Like a CEO, known for his ability to help top executives communicate effectively. Originally from Pakistan, Yasir fought through severe social anxiety to become a TEDx speaker, keynote speaker, and social media sensation. He has been hired by top leaders at Google, Apple, and Deloitte, and has built a thriving following of over 1.2 million followers on TikTok. With programs like his 10-Day Speaking Course and membership-based Speaking Academy, Yasir empowers his clients to enhance their communication skills, helping them present with confidence.
Connect with Yasir:
Yasir’s Website: https://www.speaklikeaceo.com/
Yasir’s LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/yasirkhancoaching
Yasir’s Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakingwithyasir
Yasir’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakingwithyasir/
Yasir’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@speakingwithyasirkhan/videos
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