Mar 17, 2022
Access the podcast transcript here.
How do I present so that people really listen? And how do I calm my nerves so I can present with confidence? To answer these questions, Ross D and Ross G are joined by Caroline Goyder, voice coach and author of the books Gravitas, Find Your Voice and The Star Qualities. We discuss:
- The importance of telling an engaging story
- The importance of preparing for ‘rehearsed spontaneity’
- Breathing techniques to calm your nerves.
Episode Timestamps
- Introduction – 00:00-00:34
- Using storytelling frameworks and the dramatic arc – 00:34-02:47
- Practicing intention-setting, visualization and empathy - 02:47-07:44
- Controlling nerves and rehearsing – 07:44-16:15
- Balancing preparation with spontaneous response 16:15-19:20
- Using breathing, body language and energy 19:20-27:49
- Wrap up – 27:49-29:09
- One thing I learned this week – 29:09-34:47
Additional Information
Caroline’s TEDx talk is online at: https://www.carolinegoyder.com/2017/02/03/the-surprising-secret-to-speaking-with-confidence-caroline-goyder-tedxbrixton/
Future Talent Learning described how to create presentations that pack a punch at: https://www.changeboard.com/article-details/17201/nutshell-from-aristotle-to-obama-how-to-create-presentations-that-pack-a-punch
In ‘One Thing I’ve Learned This Week’, Ross G discussed research into why bosses are inflexible about flexible work arrangements. You can find out more at: https://www.wired.co.uk/article/employers-flexible-working-post-pandemic
Caroline discussed techniques for neutralising nerves. You can find these in her blog ‘How to Stay in Your Lane and Avoid Comparison’: https://www.carolinegoyder.com/how-to-stay-in-your-lane-and-avoid-comparison/
And Ross D discussed AI features in the photo editing software Lightroom.