You may be called upon at least once in your life to give a talk or presentation in your community, lead a meeting or deliver a lecture.
As our focus today will be on how to give a Ted talk, venturing a bit into the Ted background may help us understand what it entails.
Continue readingWhen it comes to public speaking, we often hear the terms lectern, podium or pulpit being used but do we know the difference between these terms and how they are used in public speaking?
Continue readingA motivational speaker is a professional who gives speeches that have been designed to inspire and motivate individuals in an audience. Motivational speakers usually use their life experiences to build successful careers. This they do by sharing any powerful messages they have come across with others who may benefit from the wisdom they acquired from those experiences.
Also known as inspirational speakers, motivational speakers are gifted in the art of persuasion. This allows them to deliver their ideas in a way that is not only positive, but one that also persuades others to follow their way of thinking.
Continue readingFor many, public speaking is a terrifying affair, while for others, it is an incredibly exciting opportunity. Needless to say, if you do plan to get gigs or speaking engagements, you will need to speak in front of an audience.
Public speaking is a great way to grow your audience or your platform, in addition to being a powerful way to share any concepts or ideas that you may have. It is also a good tool for forging relationships.
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