Javaron Buckley | Secrets of Expert Public Speakers
Know your material: The more familiar you are with your topic, the more confidently and smoothly you can present it. Expert speakers often spend considerable time researching and preparing their speeches. Practice, practice, practice: Rehearse your speech multiple times, ideally in front of a mirror or an audience (even if it’s just friends or family). This helps you refine your delivery, timing, and confidence. Focus on your audience: It’s not about you, it’s about them. Expert speakers keep their audience’s needs and interests front and center, ensuring their message resonates and connects. Use stories and anecdotes: People remember stories more than facts or data. Incorporate relevant stories and examples into your speech to make it more engaging and memorable. Watch other speakers: Pay attention to how experienced speakers engage their audience, use body language, and structure their speeches. You can learn a lot by observing and analyzing their techniques. Embrace nerves: Even ...