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Ep. 33. Cue the theatrics! What speakers (and speechwriters) can learn from actors
What does acting have to do with authenticity? More than you might think. This episode, we look at how the tools actors bring to their most compelling performances can help you connect with your audience.
Ep. 32. Getting started in speechwriting
There’s no well-worn, signposted career path to being a speechwriter. That’s the bad news. The good news? There are plenty of other paths in. This episode, we look at how to break into speechwriting — and some lessons from my own first big break.
Ep. 31. Sorry seems to be the hardest word: delivering a great apology
In today’s episode, we look at why it’s worth apologizing… how some people screw it up… and how to deliver an apology that brings some genuine closure.
Ep. 30. Build your organization’s podium strength.
This episode, let’s magnify your impact — helping your whole organization tap into the power of public speaking.
Ep. 29. Broaden your media diet
This episode, we talk about how expanding the kinds of media you like to read, watch and listen to can make you a better speechwriter and speaker.
Ep. 28. Listen to speakers outside your niche
Niches are great places to develop a deep understanding of audience and subject matter, and to build community… but they can get pretty insular. Whether you’re a speaker or a speechwriter, here’s how to keep your work fresh, by drawing inspiration from outside your bubble.
Ep. 27. Make your speech a content factory
Speeches can move audiences, inspire crowds… and help you create new content, quickly and easily! In this episode, we’ll look at 10 ways you can repurpose your next speech into high-impact video, audio, text and images.
Ep. 26. Think strategically
When it comes to your organization’s leadership speaking, you have strategic resources in play and strategic values on the line. That makes a pretty good case for a speaking strategy. Here’s how to take the first steps toward crafting one.
Ep. 25. Build a platform
The applause from your speech may have faded, but the connection you make with your audience doesn’t have to. Engaging online can help you deepen and broaden your audience relationship, while building a growing network that may become one of your most valuable assets: your platform.
Ep. 24. Review your performance
Who are the top performers who need to review their performances so they can improve? Athletes… actors… and speakers like you! This episode, let’s talk about how to review and improve your speaking and your content.
Ep. 23. Go all in
This episode ties together everything we’ve talked about around speech delivery with one big idea for truly powerful speaking: commitment.
Ep. 22. Own the space
Break out of the lectern cage! Make the stage your own… and learn how to use movement to deepen your presentation’s connection to your audience.
