Dave Bricker (00:00) Want to expand your speaking and storytelling skills and grow your influence business? This is Speakipedia Media brought to you by speakipedia .com. I’m your host, Dave Bricker, bringing you straight talk, smart strategies, and amazing stories … More ☛
Transcript Dave Bricker (00:05) Want to expand your speaking and storytelling skills and grow your influence business? This is Speakipedia Media brought to you by Speakipedia .com. I’m your host, Dave Bricker, bringing you straight talk and smart strategies from … More ☛
Transcript Dave Bricker (00:07) Want to expand your speaking and storytelling skills and grow your influence business? This is Speakipedia Media brought to you by speakipedia .com. I’m your host, Dave Bricker, bringing you straight talk and smart strategies from visionary … More ☛
What of M&Ms, rock stars, and divas? The rock band Van Halen had an infamous clause in their contract saying there could be no brown M&Ms backstage, or the promoter would forfeit the entire show at full price. It … More ☛
What should we do with our hands when we speak? If you’re one of those people who talk with your hands, just be yourself. Some speakers like to bring their hands to rest in a position of offering, with palms … More ☛
Speaking nerves are normal and natural, but think about it: Most fears are rooted in things that might happen to US. We worry we’ll forget a line. We worry the audience won’t like us. We worry we’ll say something embarrassing. … More ☛
Who came up with that piece of advice? Unless you’re speaking at a super-model convention, don’t picture the audience naked. It’ll do nothing to calm your nerves and it could be a distraction you don’t need. And think about how … More ☛
Glossophobia—the fear of public speaking—is #8 on the list of common phobias—not #1 as is commonly thought—but it’s still a big concern for many people. How can we get over our natural fear of public speaking? Recognize that fear of … More ☛
If you’re one of those shy people who has difficulty imagining themselves up on a stage feeling comfortable in front of an audience, you’re not alone. But consider that the majority of professional speakers are introverts. A disproportionate number … More ☛
Another agonizing networking event! You walk around the room, introduce yourself to the next stranger, ask them what they do, and pray they’ll offer anything remotely relevant to you. Great! Another realtor! Wow! Another financial manager! Nice to meet you … More ☛
