Dec
22
SIMON GARMAH wrote:
Public speaking jobs are one kind of the top paying careers as it is outlined in the famous book”top 1000 paying jobs”.the pay could go anywhere between 1000 $ to 50.000 $ or more depending on the duration as well as the amount of work put into the process of the preparation of a given speaking event.It depends also on the importance of the content of the presentation itself.
Because I know the reason why you are here,I’m writing this article to help you to get yourself into the right track in your mission of finding lucrative public speaking jobs.The first thing to consider is to identify the field or the niche you are into and then look at related organizations,companies,associations…etc.Do your homework by contacting each one of the organizations that you found and see if they are looking for public speakers.Here’s a little secret of mine:Start with volunteer works with small businesses,non profit organization,universities and even libraries.The point here is to get noticed,Proclaim your expertise as a brilliant public speaker.Believe me,you will get an unbelievable exposure.Just start small and with determination and good faith,you will get the job of your dreams.
Another place to look for public speaking jobs is the internet,as you may notice,the internet now is playing an integral part in finding and location jobs online,so a quick search is sufficient to find great jobs opportunities.Try typing something like”speaker wanted+your niche” or something similar.You should find what you want.for example,contact information of organizations,conferences…etc.
Last and not least,and actually the most important places to go are directories.There are basically three main directories that will incredibly facilitate your research:The directory of association meeting planners,the directory of corporate meeting planners and the national trade and professional association directory.
These are the quickest and the most cost effective ways to locate great public speaking jobs.So far,I hope that you found something that interested you in this little article.Good luck and thank you for taking time to read this piece of information.
Dec
22
Brian Toppin wrote:
Too often we make things bigger than they have to be, and that’s definitely the case with public speaking. It is still rated as the number one fear for North Americans, and many others around the world. That reputation has also fed this phobia to keep it at the top of the list.
From personal experience, here are a few aspects that contributed to my fear of public speaking:
• I didn’t want to sound like an idiot in front of other people.
• I convinced myself that I would forget everything I’d have to say once I got in front of my audience.
Today I love speaking in front of people, and it doesn’t matter the size of the crowd. Let me share with you a few tips I’ve learnt to help you conquer your fear of public speaking.
Preparation of Talk
Benjamin Franklin said, “Failure to prepare is preparing to fail”. When giving a “talk” (that’s how I like to refer to speeches of any kind) I prepare well in advanced for it. Even if you do not have the luxury of time there is a framework you can use to prepare your talk. Just like writing an essay, build an outline of your talk using the titles of Introduction, Main Body, and Conclusion. “Tell ‘em what you’re gonna say, say it, and tell ‘em what you said”, as the old adage goes, it’s just that simple.
In the Dale Carnegie course “Breakthrough to Success” I learnt to use plain language that everyone can understand. Many people feel the need to include big words or technical jargon to make their talk more impressive, but it doesn’t.
I was also encouraged to never write out my whole talk. Instead I remembered three or four key points that my talk was built around. This took a lot of the pressure off of me as I didn’t have to memorize every word and every line.
Each point was illustrated with a story that acted as an anchor in the audience’s mind and makes the talk extremely effective. Think about it, when you listen to someone give a “speech” to you what stood out in your mind. Aren’t memorable speeches covered with analogies, and stories that touch different emotions within us? Use the stories and analogies as bridges in your mind to connect you from one point to the next.
A key point to remember as well is no one knows every word you are going to say, so if you get stuck, draw a blank, or missed something just move on and no one will know. Don’t apologize either. Apologizing for missing something makes the situation more awkward for you and your audience.
Practice, Practice, Practice
It is how the good become great, and a few of the greats become legendary by practicing as much as possible. Knowing your material and practicing delivering it numerous times alleviates the majority of fear built up inside. I used many opportunities while I’m alone to go over my talk. It doesn’t have to be from start to finish every time, but it helps cement the points of your talk in your head. So when I’m driving, in the shower, or at my desk and I know I’m alone I just go over my talk. As time drew closer to delivering my talk I would then start timing it. It is difficult at first, but once you persevere the timing becomes easier, and it’s almost as if you have a countdown timer in your head. A small suggestion is if it’s a fifteen-minute talk you have to give, practice to finish 30 seconds or a minute earlier. No one likes to listen to a person that rambles on, and if your audience knows you allotted time, they’ll be checking their watches.
In part two of How I Overcame My Fear of Public Speaking And How You Can Too, I will discuss finding your authentic voice and delivery style for giving your talk. For now, remember these three points: one) it’s just a talk not a speech, two) write out three or four points you want your audience to remember, anchor them with stories and analogies that also act as bridges from one point to another, and three) practice, practice, practice!!
Dec
22
Kevin Sinclair wrote:
When you think about it, there really is so much to learn about the art of communication and conversation. Although, it is your throat and mouth that are making the sounds and movements, it’s you brain that is working twice as hard to communicate your knowledge.
The first step in learning to communicate effectively is by knowing the person you are closest to: yourself.
1. Know What You are Talking About
To be an effective speaker, educate yourself about the subject being discussed and practice what you have learned. We all have limitations, but that does not mean that you cannot learn to keep up with others and share what they know.
2. Listening
Asking questions is important, but so is listening. Oftentimes, just listening to the sound of you own voice will teach us to be somewhat more confident in ourselves and then we feel that we can talk about things we believe in with conviction.
3. Humility
No one is perfect, we all make mistakes from time to time, maybe slur our words or stutter. Maybe we mispronounce certain words although we know the meaning of the word that we are trying to say; we just rarely use it only to impress others. So if you are speaking to a group, do not be shy or afraid, ask them if you are saying the word properly. With any luck, they too will be unsure and you can just make a joke out of it. A little added humor never hurts; just make sure that it is tasteful.
4. Eye Contact
It is important to stay focused on your subject when talking to a group of people or in a meeting. Make eye contact with each individual, but do not linger, even though he or she may be gorgeous.
5. Humor
A little humor will go a long way in lifting the tension or boredom in a room when making a speech. This way, you will get the attention of the majority of the crowd and they will feel that you are down to earth and approachable.
6. You are No Different Than They are So Mingle a Little
Interact and mingle with other people. You will likely get some new ideas, as well as, learning a little bit about what makes people who they are.
7. Hear Yourself
Admit it, there are times when you sing in the shower. We all do it! Try practicing your speech in front of the mirror, this gives you the opportunity to hear the sound of your own voice and can help you correct the stress areas of your pitch. While you’re at it you can get spruced up.
8. Present Yourself with a Smile
Much like eye contact, a smile says it all. There is not any point in frowning or grimacing in a gathering or meeting, unless you are at a wake. You can express yourself better when you smile.
9. Have a Role Model
There is probably one or two people in your life you have listened to when they are presenting a speech at a public gathering or maybe in church. Take a mental note of how they emphasize themselves when they are talking. This may help you once you take center stage.
10. Preparation
Rather than being in a hurried panic and just scribbling down notes, it is best to be prepared. Know what you want to say, have a good set of notes available, just in case you need to take a peek. More importantly, be sure that you feel comfortable with what you are going to be talking about. After all, you do not want to be a nervous wreck and fall to pieces during your presentation.
And that about wraps it up. You can improve your communication skills by putting any of the above steps into action when it comes to private or public speaking. It also doesn’t hurt to just be with people and to listen how they make conversations and meetings far more enjoyable as well as educational.
Dec
22
Ivana Dee wrote:
Now, you have already prepared anything, from technical preparation until speech preparation. Then, you set the right goal and start to feel confident. Everything goes well at the first time but then,you make some mistakes which are out of what you have already planned and you start to get a public speaking anxiety. You forget anything and your performance become disaster because of that public speaking anxiety.
Then, you have to realize that you can not control anything. You can prepare, You can set a goal but You can not guarantee that everything can be happened as what you’ve already planned. Regarding that,I suggest you to have a “Worst-to-be-happened” List which can be in the form of a paper consist of many things that possible to be happened at the speech time. I can not guarantee that it will give you 100% help but at least, you can reduce your public speaking anxiety. The list can be : Mistakes in pronunciation until the unexpected damage of electricity. Just write it all and do not forget to feel that you are in that situation so, you can reduce your public speaking anxiety if it really happens. It will be better if you can find the solution for every unexpected things happened.
Then, as the additional, you have to accept that Nobody’s perfect so, mistakes in a speech or presentation is just a small problem. You can just say sorry and continue and trust me, no one will give the special attention to that mistake. So, be relax.
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Dec
22
Judith Wentzel wrote:
You know the signs, knots in your stomach, sweaty palms, clammy skin, rapid respirations…. all revolving around your having to speak before a group of people.
Perhaps it is just your office staff, or maybe you have to present a report to your co-workers.
It doesn’t matter whether the number of people you must speak before is three or 300, you still feel the same fear and anxiety.
Many of us have experienced these “jitters” or a sensation known as “butterflies” when we have had to speak in front of a group of people. Generally, our first time doing so was more than likely while we were in elementary school. Unfortunately, this fear did not stop there. It has followed us through our life. It has accompanied us throughout our entire education right into the job market. It even has an official title these days, if you will, and is more commonly known as the fear of public speaking.
For some, speaking in front of others can present a huge problem. They may experience various levels of discomfort ranging in intensity from butterflies in the stomach to full blown panic.
Thanks to a wonderful new technique known as EFT or Emotional Freedom Techniques, no one need suffer any such negative emotion such as the fear of public speaking. EFT was developed by Gary Craig, a Stanford Engineering graduate and ordained minister. It is based on the ancient practice of acupuncture however, instead of using needles to activate the acupressure meridians, they are activated using gentle pressure or tapping.
EFT is an experimental technique that has shown great results. It is beginning to be used by therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists and various medical doctors around the world as part of their treatment plans. However, EFT should not be used instead of the conventional treatment you may already be receiving. If you are currently under a doctor’s care, let them know you are interested in adding EFT to your treatment regimen and get their advice before going ahead on your own.
Gary Craig understood that the cause of all negative emotions was due to a disruption in the body’s energy system. Thus, by correcting this disruption, EFT allows you to be free from fears, phobias, anxieties, self-limiting beliefs, etc., easily and painlessly.
EFT is easy to learn and can be used to treat a variety of issues. I have been using EFT on myself as well as with my coaching clients for quite some time and have yet to come across an issue that it has not worked on.
When using EFT for a specified issue such as the fear of public speaking, one of the key elements is to zero in on the emotions or feelings the person associates with this issue. For instance, they may state they have the fear of being laughed at or of losing their train of thought. By tuning into these specific emotions and addressing them one by one, the discomfort the person feels surrounding the issue of public speaking is generally greatly reduced after just a few rounds of tapping. Often these feelings are totally gone after just one session of EFT.
I am an EFT practitioner with the designation of EFT-ADV, having received my advanced certificate of completion after passing the advanced EFT examination. As an EFT practitioner, I work with my coaching clients, instructing them on how to effectively use EFT in as little as one to three sessions. If you are someone who likes to learn by themselves, Gary Craig offers the basic manual as a free download on his website at www.emofree.com. Once you learn the basic recipe, you can work on many issues for yourself. Gary’s site also offers a wealth of articles on EFT. For easy reference, I have an EFT Tapping Points guide that is available as a free download on my usinglawofattraction.com website where you can also find additional information and articles on EFT.
So, the next time you experience those “jitters” or “butterflies” why not contact an EFT coach or practitioner? It is a wonderful thing to be free from anxiety and have the choice to do a particular event or not instead of being held captive by fear, doubt or anxiety. The choice is completely up to you. As for me and my clients, we choose freedom, Emotional Freedom that is!
Wishing you the best of success, always!
Dec
22
James Malinchak wrote:
There are two main objectives in sales - to get the sale and then to increase the amount of sales. Whether we realize it or not, we are salesmen selling people on our message and we do it through various forms - books, audios and videos. We help others by providing education and knowledge through our product resources and what this does for us is open up a secret goldmine that can bring even more wealth.
I get excited when I talk about this secret goldmine because there are actually several ways that it can help anyone’s motivational speaking career - more than just money. This goldmine is often underused and overlooked as an opportunity for wealth creation but in reality, this secret goldmine can provide a firm foundation for your professional speaking success. This secret goldmine is the group of people who will buy from you over and over again - the hot list.
Start forming your hot list. The first thing to do is to start collecting the contact information of people who purchase your products or who have heard you speak at a conference. For the people who have attended your seminar, have them fill out a slip of paper with their name, address, phone number and email address. For those who have purchased your books or training material, you can easily capture their contact information as part of the receipt. You could also offer a free newsletter or bonus report as way to obtain your audience’s contact information.
Market your products and services to your hot list. What happens most often in a person’s motivational speaking career is that they will market their materials only at the conference. You basically give yourself one chance to make a sale. Then you rely on the fact that you gave out your web address for any future sales and hope and pray that somehow, your customer will make it over to your website. No! Send out flyers or informational and inspirational newsletters to keep your products fresh on your customer’s minds and watch your sales increase.
One other aspect of building a hot list is that you give yourself an opportunity to build a relationship with your client. In today’s marketing trends, consumers are purchasing more products that they feel they can connect with predicating the need to have a relationship with your client. These consumers are loyal brand users and can also prove to become very helpful in any third party promotions you might need.
Building this group of people is like building your own motivational speaking niche. Building this group of people is like building your own fishing pond. You will always have a group of people who are interested in what you provide. When you have new products to market, this niche group of people will be right there to support the sales of your new product launch. When you have a calendar of engagements you’re speaking at, this group will be interested in where you’ll be going. No matter how long you’ve had public speaking jobs, take the time and invest to build your hot list.
Dec
20
Nancy Daniels wrote:
Having read Jane Andrew’s article entitled Public Speaking is Acting, I wanted to take this opportunity to tell you why the best public speakers are not acting: they are communicating.
Acting requires memorization of a script that has been marked by the actor; i.e., pause here, smile there, increase your volume, etc. In teaching public speaking, I emphasize not marking the script because I don’t want a rote delivery.
The beauty of public speaking is that your audience often determines how your material will flow; and, good public speakers know how to work with good audiences. Anecdotes or jokes may be added on the spur if the audience is highly receptive; whereas, if the audience is unresponsive, many speakers will drop some material and move in a different direction.
In that respect, good public speakers are thinking throughout their entire delivery because they are communicating. They are not trying to be someone other than themselves. They understand and value their own individuality. And, they talk to their audience just as if they were having a conversation in their living room.
Actors, on the other hand, are portraying a character other than themselves with material that is memorized. Whether their audience is laughing, smiling, or hissing, their lines will not change.
My advice?
1. Never mark your script and forget the smiley faces. While I advocate smiling during a presentation, I want you to smile because of the moment. Let it come naturally.
2. Do not memorize your presentation. Should you forget where you are, you are lost.
3. Do not read your presentation. You’re not at Barnes and Noble giving a reading. Your audience came to hear you speak to them, not read.
4. Practice your presentation OUT LOUD in the days before you are scheduled to speak so that you know, and are comfortable with, your material.
Actors are on stage for the purpose of entertaining an audience; and, while it is hopeful that good presentations are entertaining, the focus of public speaking should always be communication.
Dec
20
David Portney wrote:
A persuasive speech is actually very simple to create and deliver.
If you want to write a persuasive speech, this article is going to give you the tools you need to persuade any audience or group.
Here are the major elements you must incorporate into your speech if you want to persuade any group:
PAIN
A persuasive speech paints a picture and tells a story – a story of pain. Pain that your group wants to avoid at all costs. Pain they can relate to. Pain such as fear of present or future loss. Pinpoint your groups’ fears before you start writing your speech. Do whatever you have to do to get 100% clear about their fears and pain. Incorporate that into your speech and make them feel that pain and fear. Telling stories is the easiest way to accomplish this in your speech.
PROOF
Any persuasive speech is going to provide irrefutable proof that what’s being said is 100% true. Look for facts, data and statistics that support what you’re saying. The more authoritative the source of those facts data and statistics is the more persuaded your group will be. Find facts data and statistics that come from well respected organizations such as governmental, trade groups, and industry associations.
AUTHORITY
The great thing about using authority to persuade people is that this doesn’t have to be your authority! Borrow authority from others by quoting experts by name and their expertise will be transferred over to you. Why? Because the group is convinced that you’ve done your research and you know your stuff. If you have expertise and authority, you can stand on your own, but you can also enhance your authority – and therefore your ability to persuade – by quoting other experts and authorities as well.
TESTIMONIALS
Testimonials are one of the most persuasive tools you can use. Social Psychologists call this “social proof” and their research shows that people are strongly influenced by what other people think, feel, and do. Read testimonials from people, but be sure to get their permission first. Video testimonials are even stronger and are easily incorporated into a PowerPoint presentation.
SUMMARY AND SUPER-IMPORTANT BONUS TIP:
A persuasive speech will incorporate the elements of pain, proof, authority, and testimonials so simply weave these elements into various places of your speech. But before you sit down to create your persuasive speech, be clear about what you want to accomplish in the first place!-then just work backwards from there. In other words, what exactly are you trying to persuade your group to do? Are you trying to win their hearts? Win their minds? Win their wallets? Whatever it is, you must be crystal clear about this before you create your persuasive speech.
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Dec
20
Johnnie Gentle wrote:
Many people often assume that those of us who stand up to perform or take part in any form of public speaking are not troubled by nerves and that their own attempts would only be doomed to failure because of their feelings of nervousness and fear.
These thoughts only exacerbate the feelings. When they do attempt to speak, their mouth goes dry, the hands begin to sweat, the stomach churns and a feeling of nausea takes over. Very often they begin to tremble and the brain seems to stop working.
In this confused state they just ‘freeze’ and yet another negative experience is added to their memory banks, with the certain declaration of - “Never Again”.
First of all, we need to understand why we feel this nervousness. Let’s face it, - we know we can speak; we’ve rehearsed and practiced well, the family thought the act or the tricks were great, or the speech was amusing, so there’s really nothing to be afraid of there.
We’ve checked our ‘flies’, - so nothing to worry about in that respect. If you have prepared what you want to say and rehearsed your act well, then you should be ‘home and dry’ and it should be a breeze. I can assure you, if you have done the preparation, it will be a breeze, but you will still feel nervous.
During my entertaining days I suffered badly from nervousness prior to going on stage. As a matter of fact I still do to this day. My act always went down really well and I was inundated with bookings and re-bookings, so my confidence was always high. However, the nerves were always a nightmare prior to starting my act and I could never understand why.
An old experienced entertainer once told me that all good performers, whether in show business or sports performance or even academic or business performers, - feel nerves to varying degrees, and usually the higher standard of performance, - the greater the feeling of nerves and apprehension.
He explained that it’s not the fear of not being able to perform, or of forgetting your lines, (or in the case of the sportsman, of not being able to run the race), it is actually the fear of not quite living up to your own high standards.
You see the good, conscientious performer sets his sights and standards as high as he possibly can, and so even as he improves, he keeps pushing his standards that little bit higher. You can therefore see why he will never free himself of these feelings of nerves and apprehension. It’s simply a concern that you will not live up to your own high standards.
So how do we overcome nerves? - Well, you don’t. You simply learn to understand and nurture them as your friends and your guides, which help to ensure a really high standard of performance.
You could of course lower your sights, but this would surely lead to lowering your performance and eventually no performance at all. Yet, this is what most people do. They lower the standard of their performance, taking on only the easy stuff, the things they are confident they can do.
However, lowering the standard of your performance is not the way. It may just help decrease nerves, but it will eventually kill your performance completely. You see, when speakers or entertainers get a bad reception or “die”, as we say, they very often never perform again. “Finished!”
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