The Speaking Club: Mastering the Art of Public Speaking

This is an honest, warts and all review of my recent TEDx talk. I'm sharing my wins, the things I could have done better, and things I would change for next time. This week's episode brings together all the insight from my guests, and my own experience of TEDx, to give you a massive leg up to making your TEDx talk, (or any presentation), achieve the results you want…and there's a fabulous TEDx Success Cheat Sheet that goes with the show! What you'll learn: What do after you've decided to do a TEDx talk. The different types of TEDx events. Why you should be strategic and intentional about your TEDx talk? The things to think about relating to where you should do your talk, when you should do it, and what you should talk about. How to find your talk idea? Why and how you should do market research before deciding on your talk topic. How to maximise your chances of being selected. The steps you need to go through in preparing your talk for maximum results. Performance tips for your talk delivery. What you should do after your talk to give it the best chance of going viral. Thanks for listening! Resources: TEDx Talk Success Cheat Sheet My TEDx Talk – What does it mean to be authentic? To share your thoughts: leave a comment below. Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. To help the show out: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes.

Terri Trespicio is a New York–based writer, branding consultant, and co-creator of an online program for authors, experts and entrepreneurs who want to grow their media presence. She has worked for the Martha Stewart brand and has numerous TV credits. Terri speaks all over the USA, at a range of conferences and events, and was rated the #1 speaker at How Design Live in 2015. She also performs comedy regularly at clubs in New York City. What you'll learn What branding is in one sentence Why you should brand yourself to be successful as a Speaker How a TEDx talk can accelerate your speaking success Why you shouldn't trot out your usual speech for a TEDx Different ways to find your big idea for your TEDx talk Why there is no such thing as a boring topic Tips for doing live video Why stand-up comedy can make you a better speaker Resources: Terri TEDx Talk - Stop Searching for Your Passion Terri TEDx Talk - It's About Time We Rethink Happily Ever After Sarah TEDx – What Does it Mean to be Authentic? 25 Questions to Help You Discover Your TED-Worthy Idea Details of Terri's Live Event on 7/8 June 2018 - Tapped to Speak Live Connect with Terri: Terri's Website Twitter @TerriT Instagram @TTrespicio Facebook Thanks for listening! To share your thoughts: leave a comment below. Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. To help the show out: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes.

"I say have the confidence to nudge the people awake with stories, wit and insight." – Orlaith Carmody A brilliant trainer, that speaks all over the world, and works with some of the most influential people in Ireland, Orlaith Carmody has a wealth of experience around TEDx and speaking generally. In this show, we get the low down on how to make any talk you do linger in the memories of your audience. What you'll learn: Tips for getting your TEDx talk. The do's and don'ts of an engaging presentation The role of an effective MC Why you need to know the difference between oral, aural and the written word as a Speaker. Why you shouldn't give your audience information. Why you shouldn't rely on learned memory to deliver your talk. Resources: http://gavinduffyandassociates.com Orlaith Carmody TEDx – Find a Customer Not a Job Orlaith Carmody TEDx – Give Your Family the World Sarah Archer TEDx - What Does it Mean to be Authentic Connect with Orlaith - @OrlaithCarmody Perform as a Leader by Orlaith Carmody Thanks for listening! To share your thoughts: leave a comment below. Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. To help the show out: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes.

Ryan Hildebrandt is an engineer, entrepreneur and marketer that works with multi-billion dollar clients to connect their message to their market. He also works with people who want to get their first TEDx talk. As a founder of one of the most successful TEDx events in the UK, he knows what it takes to get selected, and what you need to do to get your message heard by the most people. What you'll learn: How you get a TEDx Talk How you can make your talk stand out Common myths about TED Talks The life-changing opportunities your TEDx Talk can bring you Why you need to treat a TEDx talk differently to a normal speaking engagement Why a TEDx Talk is one of the best ways to build your credibility, authority, and brand How long it takes to prepare your TED talk and why How to test your talk or app or book ideas to maximise their chance of success Why you should do a little upfront brainstorming to get opportunities coming to you for YEARS after your TED Talk. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe and leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one. If you have some thoughts please feel free to share in the comments. If you think someone else will like the show, feel free to share it on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn, or by good old fashioned word of mouth! Resources: Get Your First Ted Talk Ryan's Website Sarah Archer TEDx Talk Elon Musk - TED Talk TEDx Leamington Spa

Over my career, I've worked with lots of scientists, IT specialists and engineers, and I know that sometimes it's can be challenging to communicate complicated concepts and ideas in a way that's simple enough for your audience to understand. This week's episode gives you tools and techniques to use to make your presentations scintillating and accessible for audiences, even if the information you're sharing is highly technical. What you'll learn: The important things to think about before you start writing your talk Ideas for an opening your talk for maximum engagement. What you should do once you've grabbed their attention. Tools that you can use to present your data in a way that engages your audience. Thanks for listening! To share your thoughts: leave a comment below. Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. To help the show out: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes. Resources: Storytelling Template for Success Apollo Robbins – The Art of Misdirection Larry Smith – Why You Will Fail to Have a Great Career Dan Pink – The Puzzle of Motivation Ric Elias – 3 Things I Learned While My Plane Crashed Derek Silvers – How to Start a Movement Canva Cracking Speech Mate – How to use humour to make you an amazing speaker

Andy Merryweather is an extremely talented piano player and singer, who is also practically a professional best man. He's been given the honour of being Groomsman for five and a third weddings so far. His wedding speeches have plenty of wow moments, and he shares some of the details, plus his best tips if you're asked to do a wedding speech. He also has a knack for getting influencers and celebrities to do things for him and he shares how he makes the magic happen! What you'll learn: Andy's 10 top tips for wedding speeches How to relax yourself and get a first laugh from your audience How to build social capital and make big things happen How to approach starting your wedding speech (or any speech) Ideas for wowing the wedding party Thanks for listening! To share your thoughts: leave a comment below. Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. To help the show out: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes. See you next time. Resources: Cracking Speech Mate – How to use humour to make you an amazing speaker Andy's Wedding Videos 'Not Gonna Sing' song The first dance celebrity surprise + the 'if i had time' song Tom Baxter – pre wedding song practice with Andy Where to find Andy and Hamiljam: Instagram and Twitter - @amerryweather10 https://www.youtube.com/user/mezza711/featured @HamilJam on Instagram @TheHamilJam on Twitter https://m.facebook.com/HamilJam-1369162339784048/

Here you get the low down on the storytelling model most widely used in business, Michael Hauge's alliteratively named Six Step Success Story Process. Whether you're speaking, writing copy, or a book, this can help you create emotion and make it entertaining and engaging for your audience. Here, I take you through the model, another practical example, and give you some extra tips to make the story even more powerful. What you'll learn: The Six Step Success Story Process How to use it for case studies The autobiographical bear traps to avoid How to make your story pop for listeners and readers Thanks for listening! To share your thoughts: leave a comment below. Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. To help the show out: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes. See you next time. Resources: Storytelling Made Easy - Michael Hauge

At University, Chris thought his fear of public speaking would cost him his degree. Fast forward to now and he has been a motorsports commentator since 2012, and works on some of the biggest events across the UK and Europe. He is also a speaker and public speaking coach, and he shares some great tips in this episode on how to manage fear, find speaking success and enjoy the ride! What you'll learn: How and why to get free from the paralysing fear of speaking Tips on finding your unique speaking voice The number one tip for being in front of the camera The keys to successful speaking and being booked more than once How to add your personality to your speaking What makes the difference between a good speaker and a great one. What's the most important tip for speaking in front of a camera. Network with Chris: Websites: http://chrisdawescomms.co.uk/public-speaking-training/ https://www.opendawestraining.co.uk/public-speaking-training/sports-media-training/ Facebook: @Chris Dawes Commentator / @Chris Dawes Twitter: @Dawesracing To share your thoughts: leave a comment below. Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. To help the show out: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes. See you next time. Thanks for listening!

The Hero's Journey storytelling model has been popular since the 1990's following its adoption by the movie industry, as a blueprint for blockbusters. It is now being widely used in business and sales, because of the power and impact it can have on customers and employees, and conversion rates! There are a few different models of the Hero's Journey, and I've used most of them in my speaking and business. I'll be taking you through all of them in future episodes, and in this show, I'll be focusing in on the 12-Stage model. I'm de-constructing this and, I've searched for movie and business examples that will illustrate how it can work for you in speaking, business and in the corporate world too. I've also got another great freebie to give away, and you can find the link below when you're ready! What you'll learn: Where the Hero's Journey came from. The multiple models of the Hero's Journey The different stages of the Hero's Journey and how you can use them in your speaking and in business. Thanks for listening! To share your thoughts: leave a comment below. Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. To help the show out: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes. Resources: The Hero with a Thousand Faces The Practical Guide to the Hero with a Thousand Faces Storytelling Made Easy See you next time.

Lindsey Burden is a Speaker, social media expert, coach and business advisor, and she has had her own company since 2013. Before that her job was to run Salisbury City Centre (which is near one of the biggest tourist attractions in the UK!) That's a big job, which she did for 10 years. She says that in that role she saw a lot of businesses thrive and others stall, and she took that insight into her new venture four years ago. What you'll learn: The key reason businesses fail Her top tips for speaking success Why networking is important for business success How to network on social media How to get free publicity from big brands Where you should be spending your time on social media How to use social media to grow your brand and business How you can join her free 5-day social media challenge and increase your impact! Resources: Lindsey's Social Media Challenge Kicking off on Monday 30th October 2017, it's the perfect time to get social media savvy for 2018 click here. Network with Lindsey: Website: https://brownburden.com Twitter/Instagram/Facebook: @Brownburden Matthew McConaughey Oscar Speech click here. Thanks for listening! To share your thoughts: leave a comment below. Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. To help the show out: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes. See you next time.