In 2015, at the World Championship of Public Speaking, Mohammad Qahtani pulled out a cigarette and a lighter and proceeded to smoke.

(Well, he didn't really do it.)

But he did take home the win that night. Mohammad used a strategy that displayed his expertise and is still being referenced years later: The use of a prop. 

Props are vitally important tools for speakers. Using them transforms your presentations in a number of ways - explained in this episode. You'll also learn about the 3 main prop types. They're all super easy to use.

Have fun with them. You'll make a lasting impression!