Public Speaking with Peter George

Do you want to deliver your messages with precision and clarity? Would you like to learn how to give yourself the gift of time as you communicate? If you said yes to either of these questions, then listen in as my guest, Alan Carroll, shows you how to be in the driver's seat of your communication. In this episode, he explains the transcendent dimension of consciousness that resides just on the other side of the thoughts you speak. He describes how this can transform your ability to not only articulate your thoughts in a more professional manner but also to ground and relax yourself in the present moment. Resources - ACAMindfulYou.com - The Captivating Public Speaker at Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJ8HRPWC

You've booked a gig. That's great! But booking a gig and writing and rehearsing your talk is only part of your preparation. There is a whole lot more to be done. As an experienced speaker, coach, and event organizer, my guest, Sharyl West Loeung, shares with you the relationship between the speaker and the event organizer. By asking good questions and thinking ahead, she says, you show up not just with an excellent speech but in excellence. Takeaways - The value of seeing public speaking from various perspectives Pros and cons of Tedx Talks Ref flags that indicate speakers may not be ready for their events What makes some speakers more coachable than others The red flags you want to look for as a speaker Getting invited back An age-old way to connect that still works How to be that dream speaker Resources - @sharyl_wl (Instagram) - The Captivating Public Speaker on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJ8HRPWC

Including stories in your presentations is one of the most powerful ways to convey a message and make it memorable. But what makes a great story? Well, as you might have guessed, there are particular elements that stories should feature, and my guest in this episode, Mike Ulmer, is here to discuss them with you. Takeaways - Where to find stories to include in your talks - Who to ask for stories - The point of storytelling - Elements of a story - Advice you can take from the coyote - How to find your hook - Why back stories are so important - How the law of reciprocity connects with others - The power of show and tell - The results of a well-timed pause Resources - GetCatapalted.com - The Captivating Public Speaker on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJ8HRPWC

Do you have humor in your talks? If so, you may be engaging your audiences while helping them remember your points. If not, why not? Do you speak in business settings and don't think humor is appropriate? Do you speak on tough subjects where humor supposedly has no place? In either case, listen in as my guest Allen Klein discusses how and why he uses humor in his presentations. Takeaways - How to deal with your fear of speaking - How humor can be used in even the seemingly most difficult of circumstances - What to do when things go wrong - A key to getting ready to perform - How your state of mind engages the audience - Perhaps the most important ingredient when it comes to speaking - What to do when the unexpected happens - How props can help people learn - The importance of humor in business - What to do when you run out of time - Using video to up your game Resources - AllenKlein.com - The Captivating Public Speaker on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJ8HRPWC

When I speak with a prospect, we talk about their objectives. For example, do they want to work on creating messages, or are their needs more on the delivery side? Quite often — okay, the overwhelming majority of the time — I suggest that they work on both. More times than not, this comes as a surprise to them. Like so many others, they believe that having a powerful talk will compensate for a lackluster delivery and vice versa. Ever since I was a kid, I've loved Ferraris — the stance, the quality, the statement they make, and the sound … oh, that sound. You might be thinking, "Okay, you like Ferraris. So what's this got to do with speaking?" And a fair question that would be. So please listen in and discover how a talk is like a Ferrari. - The Captivating Public Speaker on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJ8HRPWC

When it comes to public speaking, do you believe that there's only one way to do it? If you do, does this put added pressure on you? What would it feel like if you could find inspiration and develop skills from a multitude of sources — some not so conventional? You know, Pablo Picasso once said, "Learn the rules like a pro so you can break them like an artist." I agree, as does my guest, Martin Henson, and he's here to give you several ideas on how you can develop your own public speaking skills. Takeaways - What it takes to be fluid and spontaneous when speaking - How to be comfortable - Managing your anxiety - What it takes to inform and motivate - What you need to connect with your audiences - The value of reading the room - Unconventional places to mine inspiration Resources - MartinHSpeaks.com - BMenFoundation.org - The Captivating Public Speaker on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJ8HRPWC

Today's episode has a wide variety of concepts that are sure to further help you develop at least one of your speaking skills, but I'd be willing to bet you'll find several that will benefit you. Today's guest, Brenden Kumarasamy, helps you with juggling just a few balls instead of the many you might be trying to keep in the air. He also helps you up your game when it comes to online presentations and presenting in a second language. Takeaways - What education makes us believe about speaking in public - Why many of us neglect to develop our speaking skills - How to stop juggling 18 balls at once - The three things to think about when it comes to presenting online - Questions to ask yourself in order to get motivated - Tips for speaking in a second language Resources - MasterTalk on YouTube - RockStarCommunicator.com - The Captivating Public Speaker on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJ8HRPWC

Do you deliver business presentations? If so, do include stories, and if you don't include them, why not? Is it becomes you don't think stories are appropriate for business? Is it because you can't find relevant stories? Is it because you don't believe you can tell stories effectively? Well, if you don't tell stories for these or other reasons, my guest, Sophie Wadsworth, offers several ideas that might change your perspective. Takeaways - How stories and anecdotes differ - Using stories in business settings - How to use stories to carry data and make it sticky and memorable - How to uncover your stories - Why times helps you gather relevant stories - Let your characters play in your mind's eye - How storytelling syncs brains - Whether you should add humor to storytelling in business - The combined power of our own personal and professional stories Resources - https://www.sophiewadsworth.com/ - The Captivating Public Speaker on Amazon

After you've delivered a presentation, don't you love when people come up to you and say, "Great job!"? It feels good, doesn't it? Well, I used to love it, too. But then, one evening, I gave a talk that I knew was far from my best, and still, people said, "Great job!" That got me thinking. Why are people telling me a talk was great even when I know it wasn't? The answer is a simple one. They are being polite. If you've spoken often enough, the same has probably happened to you. So, how can you tell the difference between a polite "Great job!" and a meaningful "Great job!"? Perhaps you can listen for the level of enthusiasm in people's voices as they give you this compliment. But there is a way that you can not only determine when the praise is sincere but also learn why your presentation resonated with them. When someone says, "Great job!" Awesome talk!" or anything else that indicates they liked and appreciated your efforts, respond with something like, "Thank you. I appreciate your kind words. What resonated with you most?" Or "What was your biggest takeaway?" Their answers will tell you everything you need to know. - The Captivating Public Speaker available on Amazon

Perhaps the most important speech you'll ever give is one that lasts only a few minutes. This speech is commonly known as a toast. My guest on this episode, Eddie Rice, discusses the art of both creating a toast and delivering it so that when you have the occasion to deliver a toast, it will be remembered for all the right reasons. Takeaways - How to determine the goal of your toast - How not to give a toast that ends up on YouTube for the wrong reason - How to structure your toast - The first thing you should say - How to make the middle of your toast relevant - How to end on a powerful note - How to deliver your toast well - Who to address in your toast - What to use for notes - How to hold the mic - How to get feedback when preparing your toast Resources - RiceSpeechWriting.com - Toast: Short Speeches, Big Impact - The Captivating Public Speaker on Amazon