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.
Ep. 21. Make the most of your voice on stage
When you treat your voice as an instrument (and not an afterthought!) great things happen to your speeches… and to your audiences. This episode we break down three powerful vocal tools: pitch, pace and volume.
Ep. 20. Hey! The audience’s eyes are up here! And over here… and…
For once, the conventional wisdom has it right: eye contact with your audience is powerful. Here’s how to put it to work for you — even when you have to read your speech from the page.
Ep. 19. Get your hands dirty (and know your tools)
Roll up your sleeves… because this episode we talk about the tools of the public speaking trade. And one tool in particular: your microphone.
Ep. 18. Prepare… even when you don’t have time
Maybe this isn’t going to be a virtuoso performance. But it can still be a really good one. Here’s how to lift a speech from the page when you only have a few minutes to prepare.
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Public speaking and speechwriting: the essential guides
Looking for advice on public speaking, speechwriting and leadership communications? Here are some of my most comprehensive posts, on topics that people ask me about most often.
