Public Speaking Masterclass ... Present Like A Professional

1: Introduction

About your speaker - David Hyner psae fpsa alam abnlp

psae = professional speaking award of excellence

fpsa = fellow of the professional speaking association

alam = associate level and gold medal public speaking award from LAMDA

abnlp = practitioner of neuro linguistic programming

Introducing the presenter and the themes for this programme.

• prepare, rehearse then deliver, ...... and record yourself.
• its not just what you say but "how" you are saying it.
• enjoy....

2: What to say

• know your content inside out ... know your stuff.
• it's NOT about the message when creating and structuring content
• where do I get content from?
• the questions to ask..... and answer in your talk

3: structuring your talk and speaking with conviction

• saying & telling "vs" conviction.
• close, start THEN middle.
• rehearse with conviction "as if" an audience were there in the room.

..... and a resource sheet to help you structure your content and plan it in the right order.

4: Rehearsal techniques

• rehearsal and preparation IS CRITICAL !!!
• rehearse with conviction "as if" you were delivering the talk live.
• get "stage time" .... speak anywhere that will hear you to fine tune your skills.
• if new to speaking join speaking organisations to get feedback and raise your game.
• how much rehearsal should I be doing?
• Rehearse.... Rehearse.... Rehearse !

.. and a bonus resource of a list (with links) of the best organisations to learn and hone your speaking skills.

5: The voice... and creating IMPACT !

• why it is CRITICAL to warm up and protect the voice.
• "how to" protect the voice.
• NEVER warm up in front of an audience.
• The power of the "hummmmmm".
• Why rocking out in the car is good for you.
• The "bee bore bar bay boo" principle.
• How to improve diction and pronunciation.
• walk, stop, talk.
• awareness of tone, pace and musicality of the voice and its impact.

... and a great resource of a document giving details of the vocal warm up I do.

6: Handling nerves & stress

• It's only FEAR ..... get over it by preparing, rehearsing and anchoring.
• how remove your nerves and fear using "anchoring" techniques.
• Using music, love and experiences as positive anchors.
• Breathing technique... The intercostal-diaphramatic method.
• the clench.
• Pause.... breathe.... carry on.
• .... and an awesome resource to help you understand the Amygdala and how you can control it better.

7: Use of pause & remembering lines

• remove ummm's & errrr's.
• stay silent in the pause..... it shows strength.
• how to "hide" your notes.
• how to remember things on flip charts and slides.

8: Notes - presenting with & without notes

• notes at the back of the room.
• notes on the stage.
• notes in your hand.
• NEVER have pages of notes in your hand.
• use pictures in a "memory stack"

... and a resource example of one of my memory stack notes & an audio on use of memory skills worth £10 on its own.

9: Use of visual aids

• get permissions to use images, videos and music if needed.
• how to ensure your flip chart notes are seen at the back of the room.
• how to use images on PowerPoint (PP) slides.
• how to use and where to place a flip chart stand.
• fill the screen with your images on PP slides.
• ONLY use them as an aid to recall rather than "the message"

... and two great resources including a sheet on top fps for using powerpoint slides, and part of one of my own power points so you can see how i use them (and i wonder if you can spot any of the memory links in there as well?)

10: Use of props & metaphors

• use them to make a point or emphasise a point.
• using simple magic tricks to create HUGE impact.
• give away money.
• show books.... don't juste ay "i read this book".
• allow the prop or visual aid to add value rather than "be" the value.
• you want them to remember YOU and not the prop!

11: Handling hecklers

• why it's all our fault!
• accept responsibility for confusion.
• why agreeing with them can be the best thing to do.
• seek to understand them first before you defend yourself.
• stroke their ego.
• pointing to praise.
• Getting in & out of their personal space.

12: Use of gesture & body language

• your left is right ..... and your right is left.
• past is future and future is past.
• point to praise.
• open palm to challenge.
• be consistent with your image, clothing and personal brand.
• stand and hold the position.... then move with conviction.
• the cuckoo dance and shadows dance.
• stay in the light.
• big fish .... little fish, and why this is critical.
• plan, prepare and rehearse.

... and a resource sheet explaining the 5 star principle as a bonus.

when facing a larger audience it is impossible to make eye contact with every person and so by imagining that there are five large stars in the room ... spread out like the number five on a dice, you can present to each start in random order and a whole group of people sitting where you are looking think you are presenting "just to them".

*awesome technique".

13: Storytelling & emotional connection

• tell a story as a metaphor or as part of a message.
• how NOT to do "therapy" from the stage.
• how even accountants can use stories.
• live the story as you tell it.
• saw, heard, experienced, felt.
• how us how you felt.

14: Sound & microphones

• why rehearsal is critical when using microphone and audio visual equipment.
• work with the sound engineers at events .... they can make you look good or bad !
• Know the housekeeping and emergency procedures.
• why you MUST walk the stage before you speak.
• take responsibility for the room.
• rehearse "as if" it is real.
• leave out the "bling".
• cables, cables.... and more cables.

15: Serving your audience

• serving your audience.
• "why" are you speaking?
• the ego trip.
• be "BIGGER" as a speaker to serve your audience.... not your ego.
• The 5 90 5 rule ! .... Get this and it changes your life in every way!
• How to serve sincerely 95% of the people in every room.... very time.
• Why you should ignore evaluation forms.

16: Using humour

• how to use and add humour.
• speakers are NOT comedians.
• how to react when you do not get a laugh.
• who to study to learn your craft.

17: Speaking Internationally

• the world stage is open to you.
• speak to event organisers and people from the country to learn what you need to know about the culture etc.
• know what content will go down well and which will "bomb" before you deliver.
• rehearse with translators if needed.... and how to select the right one for you.
• be prepared to slow down and cut content to fit the allotted time.

18: Review & Thanks

• using the Udemy community
• top tips from the world of professional speaking
• review of all you have covered
• ... now it's time for you to TAKE ACTION !
• plan, rehearse, deliver !