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In this powerful episode of the Soulful Leaders in Business podcast, host Laura Beddoe-Collins shares game-changing strategies for transforming your public speaking skills. Whether you're pitching to clients or presenting at conferences, discover how to captivate your audience while staying true to your authentic self.
Key Highlights:
- The power of knowing your audience deeply before crafting your message
- How to practice with purpose beyond mere rehearsal
- Using body language to project confidence naturally
- Why your unique voice is as distinctive as your fingerprint
- The rule of three for creating memorable content
Essential Do's:
✅ Market Research: Understanding your audience before stepping on stage
✅ Intentional Practice: Mastering delivery, pauses, and eye contact
✅ Body Language: Using open gestures and confident posture
✅ Storytelling: Weaving personal narratives that resonate
✅ Voice Projection: Using your unique voice as a powerful tool
Critical Don'ts:
❌ Starting without a clear, powerful opening
❌ Apologising or downplaying your expertise
❌ Overwhelming audiences with too much information
❌ Using complex jargon instead of accessible language
❌ Reading directly from slides or notes
Success Tips: Learn why none of the Soul Speaks Live Summit speakers needed cue cards or scripts - and how you can achieve the same level of natural confidence.
Special Announcement: Soul Speaks Academy is for heart-led entrepreneurs ready to master their speaking skills. Join the Soul Speaks Academy.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to public speaking impact
01:55 Understanding your audience
03:25 Practice with purpose
10:05 Common mistakes to avoid
16:10 It isn't a script
16:36 Final tips and implementation strategies
Ready to transform your speaking skills and amplify your impact? Learn more about the Soul Speaks Academy.
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