Public Speaking with Peter George
Do you want to be a better speaker? Do you want to know how to deliver a talk that connects with people on all levels? Do you want to be calm, confident, and credible every time you speak? Then tune in to Public Speaking with Peter George. Each episode is designed to help you develop superior public speaking skills so you can increase your impact, influence, and income -- whether you're speaking on stage, presenting in meetings, or selling to prospects.
Episodes
Making Complex Ideas Simple: Clarity Over Cleverness
Ever walked away from a presentation more confused than informed? You'll discover why trying to sound smart often backfires, and why true clarity is what actually builds your credibility. In this episode, you'll learn five practical techniques to transform complex ideas into messages anyone can grasp and act on, from swapping abstract jargon for concrete language to using analogies that make tech
Pre-Event Connection - Engage Before You Speak
What if your audience already felt connected to you before you said a single word? The most effective speakers don't wait until they're on stage to start building relationships — they begin well before the event starts. In this episode, you get six practical pre-event engagement strategies that reduce your nerves, warm up your audience, and sharpen your content. From creating a short connection v
Go the Extra Mile - Providing More Value as a Speaker
Most speakers show up, deliver their talk, and leave. They're competent but forgettable. Exceptional speakers ask one question: "What else can I do to serve this audience and this organization?" That question is what separates a good speaking career from a great one. In this episode, Peter shares six practical ways to go the extra mile—from offering a bonus session and creating pre-event engageme
The Story Structure Behind Captivating Talks
Humans have been captivated by the same story structure for thousands of years — and the best business speakers have figured out why. In this episode, Peter George breaks down the Hero's Journey into a simple three-act framework you can apply immediately to case studies, client success stories, and your own origin story: the Setup, the Struggle, and the Transformation. The key insight isn't just
Smooth Transitions - The Bridge Between Ideas
The difference between a presentation that feels polished and one that feels choppy often has nothing to do with the content — it comes down to transitions. In this Quick Bytes episode, Peter George breaks down exactly what an effective transition does, why poor transitions create mental speed bumps for your audience, and how a simple past-transition-future formula can keep listeners oriented an
Don't Leave Anyone Behind - Decode Acronyms
Every industry has its alphabet soup — ROI, KPI, B2B, API, SDK, LTO — and we toss these around assuming everyone in the room is fluent. They're not. Even in a roomful of professionals from the same field, someone is new, someone works in a different department, someone comes from a region where different terms are standard. And the moment you use an acronym they don't recognize, they stop listenin
Making Words Matter - The Art of Emphasis
Ever wondered how one sentence can carry seven completely different meanings — without changing a single word? In this episode, Peter unpacks the subtle but transformative power of emphasis, the speaking technique that can flip a message on its head with nothing more than a shift in stress. Through a deceptively simple sentence — "I said he didn't steal the money from the bank" — you'll hear how m
Create Your Repeatable Phrase
What's the one thing your audience will actually remember from your presentation a week later? Spoiler: it's not your data, your slides, or even your best joke — it's your repeatable phrase. In this episode, Peter reveals the deceptively simple technique behind the most memorable talks you've ever heard: a short, punchy statement that becomes the anchor of your entire message. You'll learn why gre
Public Speaking: A Journey of Continuous Improvement
The moment you think you've arrived as a speaker, you start declining. In this episode, you learn how the best speakers never stop learning, refining, and pushing themselves to the next level. You'll discover ten practical commitments that turn experience into expertise—from keeping a speaker's journal and seeking uncomfortable feedback, to recording yourself regularly, studying speakers across di
Turn Unexpected Snafus Into Audience Engagement Opportunities
Technology will fail you. It's not a matter of if; it's when. In this episode, you discover what to do when your mic cuts out, your slides freeze, or the internet goes down mid-presentation. From smart preparation strategies to in-the-moment recovery tactics, you'll learn how to stay composed, keep your audience engaged, and handle the unexpected like the professional you are. Technical difficulti
How to Silence Impostor Syndrome and Speak with Confidence
That nagging voice telling you you're not qualified, that someone's about to find you out, that other speakers are more credible than you — it has a name: impostor syndrome. And it affects even the most accomplished speakers in the world. In this episode, Peter George breaks down exactly why it happens, what's driving it, and why the story you're telling yourself about your qualifications is almos
From Inform to Transform: The Ultimate Goal of Every Presentation
What's the ultimate goal of every presentation you give? It's not to inform. It's not even to inspire. It's to transform—to leave your audience thinking, feeling, and acting differently than they did before you spoke. In this episode, Peter George breaks down exactly what transformation looks like and why it's the only standard that truly matters. You'll discover how to get crystal clear on the ou
Stop Copying Other Speakers: Here's What to Do Instead
Most speakers learn by watching others — studying their gestures, their pacing, their delivery — and then trying to replicate it. The problem? Audiences can feel the difference between someone who is performing and someone who is present. If you've ever walked off a stage feeling like you were playing a role rather than owning the room, this episode is going to change the way you think about your
Q & A Mastery: Turning the Unpredictable Into a Strength
For many speakers, Q & A is the part of the presentation they just want to survive. The questions feel unpredictable, the pressure feels real, and one stumble can seem to undo everything you worked so hard to deliver. But what if Q & A wasn't something to endure — what if it was a dynamic opportunity to connect, impress, and leave a lasting impression? In this episode, you'll discover how to walk
Want Greater Engagement? Stop Hiding Behind Your Slides
Your slides aren't your presentation — you are. Yet most speakers build their deck first, then figure out what to say about each slide, and end up reading from the screen with their backs to the audience. In this episode, Peter George flips the script on how you think about visual aids, sharing a simple but powerful reframe that will change the way you prepare and deliver every talk going forward
What Most Speakers Skip — And Why It Costs Them Every Time
Most speakers think they're rehearsing. They scroll through their slides, run the talk in their head, maybe do one read-through the night before. Then they step in front of an audience and wonder why the words feel clunky, the transitions awkward, and the timing all wrong. Here's the truth the pros know: rehearsal isn't a sign of insecurity — it's a sign of respect. Respect for your craft. Respe
Crafting Your Core Message - The Foundation of Impact
In this episode, you'll learn about something absolutely critical to your success as a speaker: your core message. Without one, your presentation is just a collection of interesting points. With one, you create lasting transformation. Here's a question: If your audience remembers only one thing from your presentation, what should it be? That's your core message — the central theme that everything
Engage Your Audience: Increase Connection and Retention
The more engaged your audience is, the more they learn, remember, and act on your message. Unfortunately, most speakers treat presentations as monologues, delivering content and hoping people pay attention. The most effective speakers, however, create dialogues—they pull their audiences in and make them part of the experience. Tune in and learn practical techniques you can use immediately to incre
Harness Your Energy - Turning Nervousness Into Power
There's something that affects nearly every speaker, from beginners to seasoned pros…and probably you: nervousness. That anxiety, those butterflies, that surge of adrenaline before you speak. The good news? You can harness that energy and turn it into power. Even the most experienced speakers feel nervous. The difference is that great speakers have learned to channel that nervous energy into posit
Illustrate With Stories - Your Most Powerful Tool
Data informs, but stories transform — and in this QuickBites episode, Peter George reveals why storytelling is the secret weapon that separates exceptional presenters from merely good ones. Stories bypass the analytical brain and speak directly to emotion, which is why your audience will forget your framework long before they forget the entrepreneur who lost everything and rebuilt from scratch. I
The Power of the Pause
Most speakers are terrified of silence — so they fill every gap with words, filler phrases, and nervous chatter. In this QuickBites episode, Peter George flips that instinct on its head and makes a compelling case for the strategic pause as one of the most powerful tools in public speaking. Just as silence in music creates rhythm and emotion, silence in a presentation creates emphasis, connection
Infusing Vocal Variety — Take Your Presentations From Ordinary to Extraordinary
Great content delivered in a monotone is forgettable content. In this QuickBites episode, Peter George makes the case for one of the most underutilized tools in any speaker's arsenal: vocal variety. Your voice is an instrument, and when you play it well, you pull your audience from disengagement to rapt attention. When you don't, even your best material can feel like a terms and conditions agreem
What's Your Body Language Saying
While you're speaking, your body is having its own conversation with your audience — and it may not be saying what you think. In this QuickBites episode, Peter George breaks down the nonverbal signals that can either reinforce your message or silently undermine it. From the way you stand before you say a single word to the gestures that either add energy or betray your nerves, your body language
Craft an Attention-Grabbing Opening
You have 30 seconds to earn your audience's attention — and most speakers waste them. In this QuickBites episode, Peter George tackles one of the most critical moments in any presentation: the opening. He starts with what not to say, calling out the overused, credibility-killing phrases that make audiences tune out before you've even begun. If you've ever opened with "Thank you for that introduct
Researching Your Audience Can Make or Break Your Presentation
You've done the work. Your content is solid, your slides are polished, and you feel ready — but the audience sits there unmoved. Sound familiar? In this QuickBites episode, Peter George diagnoses one of the most common and costly mistakes speakers make: skipping audience research. Before you craft a single slide or write a single word, there are six critical questions you need to answer — and Pet
Follow the AMP'D Framework for Transformative Presentations
Ever walked away from a presentation wondering what the point was? In this QuickBites episode, Peter George gets to the heart of why so many knowledgeable speakers still fall flat — and what separates them from the ones audiences remember for years. The answer is process, not talent. Peter introduces his proprietary AMP'D Framework: a four-part system designed to help you create presentations that
I'm Back!
After a two-year absence following a life-changing health scare, Peter George is back — and he's bringing a fresh perspective with him. The experience away didn't diminish his passion for helping people become calm, confident, and credible speakers; if anything, it deepened it. In this return episode, Peter reconnects with his audience, reflects on what kept him away, and explains why he couldn't
This Used to Be My Final Episode
After an unexpected absence, Peter George returns with a deeply personal episode to share what kept him away. What began as feeling slightly under the weather in early July quickly escalated into an AFib alert on his Apple Watch, a rush to the hospital, and an aortic stenosis diagnosis that led to open heart surgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston — on his 65th birthday. With the skille
Discover the Hidden Power of Your Compelling Speaking Voice with John Henny
People often tell me they don't like their own voices. Well, what about you? Do you like your voice? Do you, or more importantly, do others find it compelling? Does it enhance your presentations or distract from them? In this episode, John Henny provides techniques that help you strengthen your communication skills and gain more confidence in your speaking voice. As a result, you eliminate strain
Become the Go-To Expert and Attract Greater Opportunities with Kelly Charles-Collins
You hear and read them all the time, things like build a personal brand, identify your niche, and craft your signature talk. But how do you go about doing these? In this episode, Kelly Charles-Collins gives you the answers so you can position yourself as the go-to expert in your field. As a result, you have a greater opportunity to secure corporate training contracts and paid speaking engagements.
The Value and Power of Corporate Storytelling with Steve Multer
Understanding and honoring the powerful psychology of the speaker-audience relationship helps you improve your communication skills and professional and personal interactions. But how do you do this? Well, in this episode, Steve Multer gives you the keys to adding value, passion, and connection in any outbound marketing message. Remember … a number without a story that gives that number meaning is
Signature Talks: A Building Block to Your Unique Brand with Steve Lowell
Are you a professional speaker? Or, perhaps, you're ready to move into the world of speaking at the professional level. If you're in either situation, then you probably realize the value of promoting yourself as a professional. Yet, if you want to grow your speaking business, you need to know how to promote yourself effectively and consistently. You're in luck! In this episode, you hear Steve Lowe
Distinction in Speaking: From Being Different to Being Unique with Scott McKain
If you're having difficulty differentiating yourself from other speakers and meeting planners can't distinguish you, then you definitely want to listen to this episode featuring Scott McKain. He discusses the importance of standing out and becoming distinctive in your field and shares valuable insights on accomplishing this. Scott has achieved the Certified Public Speaker designation from the Na
How PR Can Elevate Your Brand, Regardless of Size with Brandi Sims
Is PR part of your promotional mix? Or do you believe it's a tool used only by larger companies with larger bank accounts? Then listen in as Brandi Sims shares with you how PR can be part of your mix and how it will benefit you no matter the size of your company. Takeaways - The Difference between Marketing, PR and Advertising - PR is not just for big brands - The Importance of PR in Small Busin
How to Engage, Connect, and Be Remembered with Chandler Walker
When you speak, do you quickly engage and connect with the audience? Do the audience members remember you, and more importantly, do they remember your message and how it benefits them? In this episode, my guest, Chandler Walker, helps you ensure all of this happens every time you speak in public. Chandler has spoken on stages, both big and small, in several countries, including the US, Australia
Voicing the Sacred with Victoria Rader
Are you an empowered public speaker, or do you shy away from the challenges that speaking presents even though you know they are necessary for growth? Then listen in as my guest, Victoria Rader, helps you focus on your message instead of yourself and explains how using "what if?" scenarios enables you to shift your attention to the possibility of success. Victoria is a transformational speaker a
Tap Through Your Fears with Lauren Fonvielle
Are you still trying to get over your nervousness or maybe even dealing with limited beliefs? Well, maybe it's time to try Emotional Freedom Techniques, commonly known as EFT or Tapping. Listen in as my guest Lauren Fonvielle explains how tapping can help you reduce your anxiety, overcome limiting beliefs, and help you accomplish what you're striving to do. Lauren is an integrative energy pract
How a Speech Pathologist Can Help You Be a Better Communicator with Lenora Edwards
Have you ever thought about working with a speech pathologist? Well, neither have I ... at least not since I worked with one in elementary school. But maybe it's time to consider the idea. Listen in, and hear speech pathologist Lenora Edwards explain how working with a speech language pathologist can help improve communication and presenting skills -- whether you're speaking to one person across a
Turning 3 Minutes Into a Full Calendar with Arel Moodie
As it is in just about any industry, speakers look for ways to set themselves apart from the pack. This results in more gigs and an easier and shorter selling process. What would it mean to you if you could accomplish both of these at the same time? What would it mean for your revenue? How about your confidence? Well, Arel Moodie is here to show specific strategies on how to book more speaking eng
Is Your Fear of Networking Sabotaging Your Career? with Jocelyn Chong
Do you network? Better yet … do you network with intention so you can accelerate your business growth? If you're not intentionally networking, or even if you already are, listen in as Jocelyn Chong explains how you can be a more deliberate networker and achieve success sooner. Jocelyn is an internationally-recognized networking specialist, four-time #1 international bestselling author, high-perfor
How to Make Your Speech Sound Like Music with John Watkis
Sure, knowing your product or service is essential, but do you know how to develop and deliver that information in ways that your audience will remember, repeat, and respond to? If not, you're missing out, and so is your audience. In this episode, John Watkis offers several ideas on how you can accomplish this by making your speeches sound like music. Takeaways - How a speech is like music - Why
Building Your Personal Brand with Victoria Pelletier
Do you want to be seen as a thought leader in your field? Would it help if you could continue to grow your network and social media following? Are you striving to get more speaking gigs? If you said yes to any of these, then building your personal brand may be the answer ... or at least a significant part of it. In this episode, Victoria Pelletier discusses the importance of personal branding and
Mistakes Speakers Make with Bret Ridgway
Would you like to hear some of the things speakers do well? What about some of the things that might not have gone so well, including a mistake that cost a speaker $375,000? My guest, Bret Ridgway, shares a few war stories and other tips that can help you avoid some of the mistakes that could derail your success. Resources - BretRidgway.com - The Captivating Public Speaker on Amazon - https://ww
Using Clown Presence to Deepen Audience Connection with Don Colliver
Have you ever wanted to be a clown? Better yet, as a speaker, do you want to be able to use the essence of a clown so you can more deeply engage your audiences? My guest, Don Colliv er, shows you how you can better communicate through the power of authenticity, listening, and play, or what he calls the Secrets of Clown. Takeaways - How clowns relate to public speaking - How you can engage better
Creating Magic Moments and WOWing Your Audience with Ronny Leber
Do you want to wow your audiences? Would doing so help you stand apart from other speakers? Would it help you and your message be more effective and more memorable? In this episode, my guest, Ronny Leber, tells you how you can create what he calls Magic Moments so you can WOW your audiences. Takeaways - Discover the most important thing when speaking in public - Hear the most common mistakes ine
Building Your SPEAK Framework with Grant Baldwin
Do you want to be a speaker? That's great! Do you want to be a paid speaker? Well, that's different. In this episode, my guest, Grant Baldwin, explains how you can use his SPEAK Framework to become a paid speaker and build a profitable speaking business. Takeaways - Hear how the SPEAK framework helps you build your speaking business - Why you should treat speaking business as a business - Learn
Want to Be More Persuasive? Do These Three Things with Bryan Rutberg
When you're developing presentations, how much thought do you give to being persuasive? Any? Well, you should because just about every time you deliver a presentation, you're attempting to persuade someone to buy what you're selling, whether it's a product or service or an idea, belief, proposition, or other concepts. So, if you want to be more persuasive when speaking, listen in as my guest, Brya
How to Leverage LinkedIn as a Speaker with Daniel Alfon
Are you active on LinkedIn? If you are, are you leveraging your presence to get leads, or like many, have you merely included your basic job information, such as companies, titles, and employment dates? No matter how you're utilizing the platform, listen in and discover how Daniel Alfon says you can increase your exposure, credibility, and your business with a change in mindset and a few tweaks to
Are Keynotes Dead or Just Different with Katja Schleicher
Are keynotes dead? Not necessarily. Yet my guest, Katja Schleicher, explains how it's time to put to rest the keynote as we know it. She believes today's audiences are looking for a different engagement and delivery style. So, listen in and hear how you might change your perspective on what a keynote is and how you can offer it to your audiences. Takeaways - Why keynotes are dying - How things w
QuickBites: Will Your Talk Be Perfectly Average?
This morning, when you were brushing your teeth or hair, did you look into the mirror and say to yourself, "Casey, I hope you are perfectly average today?" Probably not. I hope not! Yet, by definition, many of us will be perfectly average today. I'm not here to assert that you should 10X, 5X, or even 3X your efforts every day. However, I do suggest that you at least take advantage of small opportu
Elevate Your Voice to Elevate Your Career with Susan Murphy
When it comes to connecting with your audience, how important are the pitch and tone of your voice? Are they serving you well, or are they undermining your success? In this episode, you learn from voice coach Susan Murphy why your voice matters, how it may be holding you back from truly connecting with your audience, and how you can find your authentic voice. Takeaways - Why your voice matters -
Dealing With the Imposter That Lies Within You with Sheryl Anjanette
Have you questioned your own qualifications when doing something? For instance, have you ever asked yourself, "Who am I to be standing on stage speaking about this topic?" Or, "Will the audience see that I'm not THE expert when it comes to this subject?" Or perhaps, "Should I be the one leading this group?" If so, you may be experiencing impostor syndrome, and you're not alone. In fact, you're in
Why Your Knowledge, Wisdom & Skills Is the New Currency with Mary Henderson
Whether you're an aspiring speaker or an established one, what currency do you hold that you can convert beyond speaking? Do you have other opportunities that help you solve your clients' and listeners' problems, and how does your brand help you do that? My guest, Mary Henderson, is here to help you answer these questions and see what other opportunities are waiting for you to unpack and implement
Zen and the Art of Speaking with Alan Carroll
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 oth
Behind the Scenes Tips from an Event Organizer and TEDx Speaker with Sharyl West Loeung
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
How To Find The Story that Drives Your Presentation with Mike Ulmer
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
Using Humor to Make a Difference with Allen Klein
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
QuickBites: How a Talk Is Like a Ferrari
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 lac
Absorbing Public Speaking Skills from Everywhere: An Eclectic Approach with Martin Henson
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 He
How to Master Your Talk with Brendan Kumarasamy
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
From Keyboard to Keynote: Storytelling for Leaders with Sophie Wadsworth
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
QuickBites: How to Know If You Really Did a Great Job!
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 b
How to Deliver a Short Speech with Big Impact with Eddie Rice
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
Change Everything by Shifting from a Talk to a Quest with Gordon Stein
As a speaker, two of the things you want to do are engage your audiences and set yourself apart from other speakers. And wouldn't it be great if you could accomplish both of these at the same time? Well, that's exactly what my guest, Gordon Stein, is going to help you do. Takeaways - The value of watching video after the fact - How to determine exactly what the audience is looking for - Who you
How Podcast Guesting Enhances Your Brand and Speaking Skills with Jason Cercone
Have you ever thought about the many advantages that being a value-driven podcast guest offers you and your brand growth? Well, if you have, or even if you're thinking about thinking about it, listen to my conversation with Jason Cercone, and you'll discover a dynamic, innovative, and fun way to build your brand. You'll also learn how to establish authority in your space and develop more confident
QuickBites: How to Use Slides to Engage Your Audiences - Part 3
(3rd in a 3-Part Series) Do you use slides in your presentations? If so, do you use them in a way that helps your listeners immediately understand their meaning and how it supports your talk, or do they confuse your audience or otherwise distract from your talk? In this episode, you're going to hear a few ideas that will make your next presentation more engaging and professional. - The Captivati
Audacious Communications Skills I Learned as a Leader with Roy Osing
Why do you speak? Is it for the sake of speaking, or do you speak as a means to an end? I often say, don't speak to inform; speak to transform, while my guest, Roy Osing, puts it a little differently. He suggests you speak not to the logical side of the brain but the emotional side so you can, as he puts it, "light fires in people." Takeaways - The value of having an "only" statement - How being
QuickBites: How to Use Slides to Engage Your Audience - Part 2
(2nd in a 3-Part Series) Do you use slides in your presentations? If so, do you use them in a way that helps your listeners immediately understand their meaning and how it supports your talk, or do they confuse your audience or otherwise distract from your talk? In this episode, you're going to hear a few ideas that will make your next presentation more engaging and professional. - The Captivati
Non-Traditional Methods of Improving Your Speaking with Mark Herschberg
Have you looked into how other activities may help you become a more effective, engaging speaker? You have? Then you've probably found things like improv, stand-up comedy, and impromptu speaking sessions. But what about ballroom dancing? I've never heard about this either, but when you listen to my guest, Mark Herschberg, you'll understand how it and other activities may help you in your journey.
QuickBites: How to Use Slides to Engage Your Audiences - Part 1
Do you use slides in your presentations? If so, do you use them in a way that helps your listeners immediately understand their meaning and how it supports your talk, or do they confuse your audience or otherwise distract from your talk? In this episode, you're going to hear a few ideas that will make your next presentation more engaging and professional. Takeaways - How reading your slides kill
How Watching Tape Creates Champions with Amy Scruggs
Standing up and speaking in front of others may or may not make you nervous. But what about appearing on video … and I don't mean just on Zoom. What about being in a studio or making a TV Commercial? If any of these scenarios make your heart race and your mind go blank, then my guest, Amy Scruggs, has a few simple ideas you can implement that just might make a world of difference. Takeaways -
QuickBites: Why You Want to Be the Guide Not the Hero
Do you want to engage your audience throughout your talks? It's not as difficult as many people believe. But this is only if you make a mindset shift right now. One of the mistakes speakers make is believing they not only have to be the expert but they also have to prove it. Inherent in this belief is that the focus should be on the speaker, not the audience. This is unfortunate because it often m
The 7 Secrets to Essential Speaking with Dr. Doreen Downing
Are you nervous when it comes to speaking in public? Are you down right fearful? If so, you're not alone. But while knowing that you're not alone might be comforting to a small degree, it doesn't help you deal with the root cause. Over the years, I've had several episodes on dealing with the fear of public speaking, but in this episode, Dr. Doreen Downing takes a different approach than the othe
Launch a Successful Speaking Career with Jane Atkinson
Are you just starting out on your speaking career? Are you a veteran speaker who struggles to make the money you want to make? Are you reluctant to run your speaking career as a business? If you said yes to any of these, then my guest, Jane Atkinson, has a lot in store for you. Known as the Speaker Launcher, Jane is the author of the Wealthy Speaker 3.0, the founder of the Wealthy Speaker School
QuickBites: How to Implement Eye Contact Consistently and Effectively
In the previous QuickBites episode, you learned why eye contact is so important and powerful. In this episode, you'll discover how to do it well.
7 Principles to Being a Successful Keynote Speaker with John Rossman
What are your principles when it comes to accepting and delivering a keynote … or a breakout for that matter? You haven't given this any thought? That's okay because my guest, John Rossman, is going to share his principles, and you're free to adopt them as yours if you like. As a result, you're more likely to accept opportunities that are good for you, the audiences, and the event producers. Tak
QuickBites: Discover the Many Benefits Eye Contact Provides You
Do you want to engage your audiences? Of course, you do! And this QuickBites episode will help you increase the level of engagement -- for your audiences and you! Eye contact is one of the most important and powerful tools when it comes to engaging your audience. A form of communication unto itself, it provides many benefits. Tune in and discover the more significant ones.
How Body Language Affects You and Your Audience with Natasha Bazilevych
Do you want to know how you can make a significant connection with your audiences? Have you thought about how body language affects both your confidence and that of your listeners? Listen in as my guest Natasha Bazilevych guides you in the top three ways to use your body language to support and convey your messages. Make that three ways and a bonus. Takeaways - How body language can change your
The Speaking Superpower You Never Think About with Kym Dakin
Have you ever felt like you weren't being heard, or that others in the room seem to command more respect than you? Well, my guest Kym Dakin, says the reason just may be the way you use your voice. Listen in and learn how you can use your voice -- and other techniques -- so you can connect with your listeners. Takeaways - How to use your voice as a source of power - Why we don't think vocal qua
QuickBites: It's Time to Come Out From Behind the Lectern
Have you ever seen speakers who appear almost grateful to stand behind lecterns? It's fairly common because many speakers believe lecterns -- no matter their size -- shield them from their audiences. Yup, it's another security blanket. Tune into this brief QuickBites episode and learn how you can make a greater connection with your audiences by coming out from behind the lecterns.
