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Business Made Simple Podcast

#162: How to Tackle the Fear of Public Speaking and Grow Your Business

Feb 19, 2024
33:53
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Tips on overcoming public speaking anxiety and delivering compelling presentations are discussed by Donald Miller and Colin Boyd. They cover organizing speeches, connecting with the audience, and using storytelling effectively. Strategies for engaging the audience through conflict and practical advice for successful public speaking are shared.
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Quick takeaways

  • Effective communication involves shifting focus from self to service and paying attention to physiology for confidence in public speaking.
  • Engaging virtual audiences requires storytelling, interactive elements like breakout rooms, and practice with streaming platforms.

Deep dives

The Importance of Communication and Overcoming Speaking Anxiety

Giving a talk or presentation can be intimidating and anxiety-inducing for many people. The podcast episode discusses the value of effective communication and offers tips to overcome the fear of public speaking. The host and guest share personal stories of freezing on stage and struggling with presenting in various situations. They highlight the psychological and physiological aspects of gaining confidence, such as shifting the focus from self to service, asking better quality questions, and paying attention to one's physiology through factors like nutrition, sleep, and physical presence on stage.

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