Did you know that many people have made their fortunes from public speaking? If you know how to leverage this skill, you can do very well indeed. It’s another option for promoting your reviews that can be very effective when done correctly. 

This strategy has lots of potential, but you may feel a little nervous about it. Don’t worry, many people feel the same way at first. But with a little help and encouragement, it’s amazing what you can achieve. 

So how do you learn how to speak in public? Ah, that’s easy. There’s one organization that stands out as the best place to learn this invaluable skill. Toastmasters International has been around for about 100 years and has trained hundreds of thousands of people how to master this vital skill.

There are over 16,000 Toastmasters clubs in 143 countries, so you are sure to find one near you. It doesn’t cost much to join, plus you can visit as a guest first to see if this is right for you.

Within a short time of joining, you will find that you gain a lot of confidence, not to mention improving your speaking skills dramatically. Then you are ready to start speaking at events and promoting what you do.

When you are ready to try out your new skills for real, you need to find somewhere to speak. A good way to start is to look for local clubs who welcome speakers at all levels of experience. Here are some excellent places to consider:

Rotary clubs

Lions clubs

Local charities

Clubs and organizations like these are always on the lookout for interesting speakers. If you have a subject that sounds interesting, you will have no trouble filling your calendar.

The more professional your presentations are, the more money you will make. So here are some tips to help you speak in public like a pro.

1. Nervousness Is Normal. Practice and Prepare!

Some nerves are good. The adrenaline rush makes you more alert and ready to give your best performance. The best way to overcome anxiety is to prepare thoroughly. Take the time to go over your notes several times. Once you are comfortable with the material, rehearse until you have mastered it. Videotape yourself, or get a friend to critique your performance.

2. Know Your Audience. Your Speech Is About Them, Not You

Before you begin to craft your speech, consider your audience. Learn as much about your listeners as you can. This will help you determine your choice of words and the way you will present your message. 

3. Organize Your Material in the Most Effective Manner

Create a framework for your speech to guide you. Write down the topic, purpose, central idea, and main points. Make sure to grab the audience’s attention in the first 30 seconds.

4. Watch for Feedback and Adapt to It

Keep the focus on the audience. Gauge their reactions, adjust your message, and stay flexible. Some audiences will be easier to engage than others, so be prepared to adapt as you go. 

5. Let Your Personality Come Through

Be yourself!. You will establish better credibility if your personality shines through. If they can see you as a real person, your audience will trust what you have to say 

6. Use Humor and Tell Stories

Inject a funny anecdote in your presentation to certainly grab your audience’s attention. People love the personal touch in a speech, and a funny or entertaining story can elevate your speech to a new level. 

7. Don’t Read Unless You Have to

Reading from a script or slide fractures the interpersonal connection. By maintaining eye contact with the audience, you keep the focus on yourself and your message. A brief outline can serve to jog your memory and keep you on task.

8. Use Your Voice and Hands Effectively

Nonverbal communication carries most of the message. Good delivery does not call attention to itself, but instead conveys the speaker’s ideas clearly and without distraction.

9. Start and End Strong

You need to capture people’s interest from the get-go. So open with a startling statistic, an interesting anecdote or concise quotation. Conclude your speech with a summary and a strong statement that your audience will remember.

10. Use Visual Aids Wisely

Too many slides can break the direct connection to the audience, so use them sparingly. They should enhance or clarify your content, or capture and maintain your audience’s attention.

So as you can see, there are many ways you can promote your reviews offline. These provide the perfect complement to your online marketing, so remember to take advantage of them. When you combine Internet and real-world marketing, you can achieve amazing results!

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