For some people, this image inspires terror.
Fear of public speaking is one of the most common phobias. Amazingly, some people would rather die than be forced to speak in front of an audience.
For others, this image is a welcome invitation.Public speaking is one of the best ways to promote an idea, gain a following, or make a sale.
When you open your mouth to speak, does it work for your or against you?
Is silence truly golden? Or is story king?
Obviously, that depends on the quality of the silence and the quality of the story. Still, if you have a story to tell, and who doesn't, it is best to tell it well.
There are two important lessons in Storytelling. Though they seem at odds, both are true.
There are many ways to be an effective speaker. One size does not fit all. It is best to be authentic, to be yourself and speak from your own experience.
At the same time, the most effective speakers have some core qualities in common. These can be learned, they can be taught, and unless you learn them you will never be considered a great speaker.
The right path for you is somewhere in between. The art of putting your own experience into your own words, and the science of doing it in a way that persuades, educates, and entertains other people.
To explore this more, read my latest Creative Career Path article on World Class Speaking.
Find out how becoming a better speaker may be the single best thing you can do to leverage your strengths.
http://www.williamreed.jp/world-class-speaking/
Learn how to move from spectator to speaker, and see how it can change your life.
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