“I don’t have a story.”
We often hear that from folks, but it’s just not true. Any speaker can be a storyteller. Zack Hudson joins us to talk about public speaking and his experience consulting with organizations and coaching individuals to help them find and share their stories.
Speakers can learn a lot from comedians — and not about how to open with a joke. Comedy requires a detailed understanding of language and storytelling, plus the flexibility to work with an unpredictable and sometimes intoxicated audience. It can take years to craft an hour of material.
This week I talk with comedian and musician Phil Johnson about his journey, working with an audience, storytelling, and piracy.
2-Minute Tip: You Know Your Stuff Experienced speakers still feel anxiety and nerves before getting on stage, but there are a couple thing you can remind yourself of before you start speaking. First, you know your stuff. The reason you earned that stage is that you are a subject matter expert (SME). You’re likely speaking about your work or your passion. Or you’re presenting material you’ve…