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In this episode you’ll learn:
- How to begin to overcome the fear of public speaking
- The one thing you must do (and not do) to succeed in public speaking
- How to prepare for when your mind goes blank
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In this short action episode, the Artful Speaker, Peter Billingham, shares his top tips and resources on how to prepare, create and deliver a presentation, or public speech, that your audience will remember.
Peter shares three books on creating great presentations and public speaking.
You’ll learn how to focus, where to find support, and the one thing you can do (and not do) to boost your own confidence whilst reducing your fear of public speaking.
Peter Billingham is a professional speaker who supports others to prepare and gain confidence by creating effective and engaging talks.
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[0:00:42] Introducing this short action episode on public speaking.
[0:01:20] Introducing Peter Billingham.
[0:01:35] Peter shares the one thing not to do, and the one thing you must do to succeed, when preparing a public speech or presentation.
[0:03:57] The fear of public speaking.
[0:05:21] What public speaking is not about. Where to focus.
“How can I add something of value to this audience?” – Peter Billingham
[0:06:02] The first thing you need to do to overcome your fear.
[0:07:44] Is Toastmasters for you? Can it help you develop confidence?
[0:10:34] Three books on creating great presentations and developing your public speaking.
[0:11:50] The art of rhetoric.
[0:13:41] Peter’s final tips. How long does it take to prepare?
“The only way you’re going to get at it is to do it” – Peter Billingham
Links and Resources:
- The Artful Speaker
- Peter Billingham website
- Sam Leith on Twitter
- Nancy Duarte on Twitter
- Peter Billingham on Twitter
Books mentioned in this episode:*
- Dale Carnigie’s book How to Develop Self-confidence and Influence People by Public Speaking
- Dale Carnigie’s book The Quick And Easy Way To Effective Speaking
- Nancy Duarte’s book Resonate
- Carmine Gallo’s book Talk Like TED
- Sam Leith’s book Are You Talking To Me?
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