Liz Bohannon, a top-20 ranked speaker by Forbes, shares brilliant insights on preparation, emotional mapping, and how to read an audience. They discuss the power of dreaming small, interrupting normal thinking, and the importance of emotional connection in public speaking. They also explore connecting with skeptics, avoiding echo chambers, and living with purpose. Listen to this episode for valuable tips on being an effective public speaker!
Authenticity and emotional connection are important in effective communication.
Being aware of the audience and reading their reactions in real time is crucial.
Effective preparation involves brain dumping ideas, narrowing down key principles, and investing significant time in practice.
Deep dives
Authenticity and Emotional Connection
Authenticity and emotional connection are key in effective communication. It is important to be true to yourself and your own experiences when delivering a message. By sharing personal stories and connecting on an emotional level, you can create a deeper impact and resonate with your audience.
Understanding the Audience
Being aware of the audience and reading their reactions in real time is crucial. Paying attention to cues such as nodding, laughter, or leaning in can help determine what parts of the message are resonating and should be further explored. Adapting to different settings and demographics is essential in creating connections.
Preparing and Practicing
Effective preparation involves brain dumping all ideas, principles, and stories related to the topic, followed by narrowing down the key principles that will make the biggest impact. The narrative and stories are then reverse-engineered. The process includes investing significant time, potentially hundreds of hours, in preparing and practicing to ensure a polished and impactful delivery.
Variety and Connection
Creating variety in speed, pace, volume, and body language is essential in keeping the audience engaged and connected. The use of emotional mapping helps in identifying the emotional impact of each part of the content and adjusting accordingly. Connecting with the audience beforehand, understanding the space and environment, and making adjustments to create a comfortable and inviting atmosphere are also important.
Authenticity and Connection in Challenging Situations
In challenging situations where the speaker's message or identity may not be immediately accepted or welcomed, authenticity and finding common ground are crucial. Emphasizing shared values, focusing on what can be agreed upon, and reframing ideas to be less adversarial can help build connections and open minds.
To lead well, practice communicating well. Today, we'll hear from Liz Bohannon—top-20 ranked speaker by Forbes—on all things public speaking. She shares brilliant insights on preparation, emotional mapping, and how to read an audience.
Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/the-art-of-public-speaking-liz-bohannon
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