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Tactical Tip #9: Think Comedy
Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at 10:50AM Thanks to Mike Michalowicz, author of The Toilet Paper Entrepreneur, and The Costco Connection (10/12):
Comedians are the ultimate public speakers. When presenting, try these tips:
- Avoid arrogance - be humble. Sometimes our desire to be credible makes us standoffish.
- People love stories - share something "real" about yourself.
- Avoid crutches - powerpoints and lecterns can help you hide; paint pictures in people's minds.
- Mix it up - laughter, somber moments, a sense of 'we are all in this together.'
- Keep the audience's eye on you - alter your your tone of voice; use inflection, body language.
- BE BRAVE & PRACTICE! It gets easier each time.
Visit Mike's blog on www.openforum.com -- or buy his book! The Costco Connection offers gems of wisdom, as well.
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