[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4kBvtJgbvak[/embedyt]Approximate transcript:Some of my favorite speeches to listen to are ones that effectively combine sad emotions with humor. This can be very difficult to pull off, but there’s nothing quite like taking your audience through an emotional rollercoaster.Jimmy Kimmel nailed it last month when he spent a … [Read more...]
How to use PowerPoint for speaking (7 tips)
After watching over 100 class presentations in my time in college, I'm officially convinced that no one knows how to use PowerPoint properly. Slides are like salt: some can be good, but too much is gross and leaves your audience thirsty for an actual public speaker. Yes, I'm salty about this.In this post, I'd like to set the record straight on how to properly use … [Read more...]
Public Speaking Analysis of John Legend’s PGA Awards Speech on Donald Trump
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uq6yBglXTCU Video Transcript JOHN: And those of us who work in this business have the privilege of shaping how the world perceives this country we love.GIO: If celebrities represent our country we're in a really bad situation.John Legend gave a quick two-minute speech on Donald Trump and his policies at a recent awards ceremony, and I … [Read more...]
How to avoid the curse of knowledge in your speech
The curse of knowledge is a psychological bias that makes it impossible for you to imagine not knowing something you already know. For example, it's difficult for you to empathize with a new driver if you're an experienced driver.If you're writing a speech, the curse of knowledge is likely to affect how simply you explain concepts that you're talking about. You know a lot … [Read more...]
One awesome phrase to emphasize your main point
It's easy for your audience to forget parts of your speech, especially if it's a lengthy one. Sometimes the main point gets lost in the details.Getting your audience to remember and care about all of your points is usually impossible (unless there are few, like 3 points with no subpoints).So you need to prioritize.You have to choose the argument that is the most … [Read more...]