Sally ZimneyFounder & CEO, Be Moved by Sally Z

Become an effective public speaker

7 Nov 2023 · 1 min

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In this segment of the YouTube video "Become an effective public speaker," the speaker emphasizes the importance of obtaining accurate, external feedback from coaches, colleagues, friends, or partners to understand how one’s energy, engagement, and storytelling impact an audience. Listeners are encouraged to listen closely to common affirmations they receive—such as being engaging, having helpful information, powerful storytelling, personal connection, and great energy—and to use these insights to reflect on their personal identity and how they choose to show up as a speaker. The advice positions feedback as a foundational starting point for self‑assessment and intentional improvement in public speaking.

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We might start out by having a coach or a colleague or a friend or a partner give us some accurate information about the— how we come off, our energy, how impactful we are, what our approach is really like. And that can give you a good place to start. What are some common affirmations that you get in your evaluations or your feedback? Maybe people are saying things like, "You're so engaging. Your information is so helpful." The way you told that story was so powerful. You made me feel like you were talking just to me. You have such great energy. Pay really close attention to what other people say about your approach and use that as you're thinking about who am I and how do I show up?