Public Speaking with David Murray

In this episode I share with you two techniques that will make you feel like an expert that people want to hear.

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I call the first technique ‘Talk about YOU'.

You want to stand up and speak but you are worried you have nothing to talk about.

Never struggle to find an idea to talk about again by simply talking about what you know best, YOU!

People want to hear stories about the experiences of others. Never struggle for an idea again by simply speaking about YOU!

I call the second technique ‘Tell a story’.

Remember how much you loved hearing stories when you were younger?

Recall how you were captivated by the words that painted pictures and took you to new and exciting worlds within your imagination?

By incorporating stories into your presentations or speeches, you create a deeper connection with the listener. Stories offer a way for us to see things from a different perspective and are a powerful way to get your point across.

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In this episode I share with two techniques to add to your speeches and presentations that will show others you are a public speaking expert.

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I call the first technique ‘Power of 3’. If you can think of an inspirational speaker, they will use the power of 3 in their speeches.

This is because it is an effective way to A: Structure your speeches (think start/middle/end), B: Share information in a way they helps you and the audience recall your message (e.g. my favourite foods are: 1. Pasta, 2. Fish, 3. Pineapple). C: Makes your speech sound more structured, engaging and attractive from the viewpoint of the listener.

I call the second technique 'Alliteration'. This is where you combine two or more words in your speech that start in the same way. For example: ‘Dirty Dancing’, ‘Sweet Song’, ‘Blue Bird’.

It is easy to add alliteration into your speeches and feels like music to the ears of the listener, because your speech will sound more structured, fun and engaging.

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Allow me to introduce you to this week's guest Isabella Karat.

Isabella is a breast cancer surgeon and looks after women who require day care surgery or more complex treatment.

Isabella talks about the kind of communication skills required when meeting women who are concerned that they may have breast cancer.

She shares with us the importance of establishing empathy and rapport by using verbal and non-verbal communication skills such as body language, voice tone and open gestures.

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She talks about the approach she uses when having difficult conversations (the 'Assist Model') and the importance of listening and allowing people time to talk.

She shows us that the techniques she uses are applicable beyond the medical profession, and can be used by everyone to be more effective when they communicate.

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In this episode I share with you two ways in which you can use the stage to make you look like a public speaking expert.

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I call the first technique ‘Anchoring’.  This is where you use your body and hands to emphasise different aspects of your speech. It is easy to use and gives your speeches and public speaking more impact.

I call the second technique 'The timeline of your talk'.  Picture standing in front of your audience and talking:

a) When you talk about the PAST (e.g. a previous experience at work) move your body to the RIGHT.

b) When you talk about the FUTURE (e.g. a future proposal at work) move your body to the LEFT.

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Allow me to introduce you to my breathing exercise.

If you are familiar with mindfulness practice, this exercise will connect with you.

If you are not familiar with mindfulness practice, then simply find a chair or stand in a place where you are not going to be disturbed.

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I will guide you through an exercise where you are encouraged to relax, to bring attention to your breathing and to count from 1 through to 10 and then repeat.

I use this exercise to help people with their preparation for delivering speeches and presentations. It helps to make us feel calm and relaxed and removes any 'noise' we may have in our heads because we might be feeling nervous.

Even if you don't have a speech or presentation to prepare for, you can do this exercise whenever you feel the need to take a little time out for yourself.

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In this episode I share with you two brilliant ways to open your next speech or presentation.

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I call the first technique 'The power of the pause'.  When you are feeling a bit nervous before speaking, it is natural to want to get started as quickly as possible and get it over and done with. But if you do, you are likely to rush and lose your way and will feel less confident.

I recommend before speaking, pause for a count of 4 or 6 breaths. This will give you an opportunity to get used to your surroundings, gather your thoughts and give you a confidence boost before speaking.

I call the second technique 'Asking a question'. You don’t have long to gain a connection with your audience. The opening of your speech has to engage them in a way that connects with their own personal experience. If you do this, then they will stay with you until the end of your speech and you will be remembered.

A brilliant way of engaging your audience is to open your speech with a question. Ask something of your audience and give them time to think about their own experience.

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Allow me to introduce you to this week's guest Mike Kettle.  Mike is the Head of Housing Development at the City of London and is responsible for delivering an ambitious programme of affordable housing for the City.

He talks about his experience of speaking at committees and his strategy for dealing with challenging questions. He tells us that if we don’t know the answer it is OK to say “I don’t know”.

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Mike shares his insights into the importance of being able to communicate your ideas in the workplace and how good communication is critical for project success. He shares his tops tips for delivering effective presentations.

And, if you listen carefully, you will hear how he uses the fairy tale ‘The Elves And The Shoemaker’ to great effect.

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If you ever worry that you won't be able to remember all of your speech and forget your words, this episode is here to help you with two great techniques.

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I call the first technique 'What to do if you forget your words'. It is something that can happen to all of us when we are standing in front of an audience. You get to a point in your speech but suddenly, you cannot remember what to say next. If this happens you should avoid looking at the ceiling or floor and instead maintain eye contact with your audience and therefore your connection with them. This will give you time to remember what you want to say next.

I call the second technique 'The audience cannot read your mind’. And that's the secret. If you do miss out a bit of your speech, or jump ahead a little. The audience will never know.  So, simply pause... and continue.

If you would like to discover more tips and techniques to help you become a confident speaker and communicator you can download my free top tips booklet here: https://davidalanmurray.com/free-pdf/

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In this episode I share with you two tips that will help you when you are preparing for your next talk or even presentation at work.

I call the first tip 'KISS'. When preparing your material always have your audience (the listener) in mind. You want to ensure your message is received loud and clear. You do this by removing any jargon or longer words from your content which may be difficult for the audience to understand. So think 'KISS' (Keep It Super Simple) when preparing your pitches, presentations and talks.

I call the second tip 'Keeping to time'. Would you believe that time can be your biggest obstacle to delivering effective pitches, presentations and speeches. This is because there will always be an expectation that you deliver them within a specified time. If you run out of time, it is likely you will be asked to stop and you won't be able to finish.

What do you do to make sure you don't run out of time and ruin all your hard work? Have a stopwatch ready and time yourself when practicing.

If you would like to discover more tips and techniques to help you become a confident speaker and communicator you can download my free top tips booklet here: https://davidalanmurray.com/free-pdf/

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In this episode I share with you two techniques that will help you look and feel confident when delivering speeches and presentations.

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I call the first technique 'Calming your Nerves' and you can use this in your preparation before the big event. I guide you through an exercise where you focus on breathing and count your breaths. This can help you feel calm, centred and ready to deliver confident speeches and presentations.

I call the second technique 'Confident Posture' and you can use this whilst you are delivering your speech or presentation. By simply having your hands out to your front and side, this will give you the appearance of someone who believes in what they are saying and is worth listening to.

Try to avoid folding your arms, having your hands in your pockets and keeping your hands behind your back. The more open and confident your posture looks, the more confident you will feel.

If you would like to discover more tips and techniques to help you become a confident speaker and communicator you can download my free top tips booklet here: https://davidalanmurray.com/free-pdf/

If you like this public speaking coaching podcast, please subscribe and add a 5 star review on your favourite podcast app.

You can find out more and get in touch with David at https://davidalanmurray.com

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