Notes

Public Speaking

Why Speakers Score Below Average No commitment to improve skills No investment in training to improve No honest assessment of skills No expert feedback on skills No system to develop productive habits No time set aside to practice Average to Awesome Attention Capture attention in the first 90 seconds Keep it Work Discipline yourself Audience obsession Signature Your energy signature Your signature story Storytelling Convey information Remember the details Connect with the audience Building your stories Make list of your stories Document each story What problem was, what you did to solve it, what the result was Practice telling your stories Ask your feedback Use stories to make a point Deliver with conviction Be vulnerable Be concise Ten Frequent Mistakes Weak opening Ineffective transitions No storyline to follow Message not tailored to audience Flat and low energy delivery Not owning your content Unconscious distractions Lack of confidence No inspiration or experience Weak close Power Speaking Tips Be authentic Be open and honest Be thorough Be relevant Be clear and grounded Be a problem solver Be proactive Be organised Be skilled

Writing

Clear Writing Pyramid Principle Write for Audience Have a Clear Purpose What is the purpose of the document?

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