Talk Like TED: The 9 Public Speaking Secrets of the World's Top Minds

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I believe human beings are wired for storytelling. Science has proven this is true. This is why stories are so memorable. TED Talks take full advantage of the power of storytelling by using stories to bring their ideas to life. This book inspires readers to talk about what moves them–their heart and soul–while also outlining key points on how to do it effectively. Even if you don’t regularly give a presentation in front of a crowd, “Talk Like TED” will show you the necessary skills you need when leading a meeting or a team.” Book Pal Have a run-through in the space you'll be speaking at if possible, especially if you'll be talking in front of a large audience. Test the tech system during that practice run to troubleshoot possible problems in advance. For instance, the sound may not run properly with your video or your slides may be set up behind you (which would mean you'll have to constantly turn your head to see where you are in your talk). Today, there are thousands of TED Talks on every conceivable topic. I have a few highly disciplinedclients who start or end their days with one TED Talk for motivation and inspiration. In his book, Carmine Gallo has broken down hundreds of TED talks and interviewed the most popular TED presenters, as well as the top researchers in the fields of psychology, communication, and neuroscience to reveal the nine secrets of all successful TED presentations. Gallo’s step-by-step method makes it possible for anyone to deliver a presentation that is engaging, persuasive, and memorable.

Talk Like TED is highly recommended for anyone that is working on his presentation skills. I haven’t been requested to present anything as long as I remember but I’m pretty sure that once I do, I will read the book again. Psychologists and graduate students are often called upon to speak to an audience, whether to give a conference presentation, deliver a lecture to a class, lead a meeting or give a talk in the community. But public speaking is a skill that comes more naturally to some than to others, and there are some common pitfalls to avoid, such as seeming disorganized or looking down at notes rather than at your audience.Your talk will be best conveyed with a few stories illustrating your key points. The best stories have emotional resonance and a relevant tie-in or lesson learned. You can usestories from your personal and business lives. 6. Connect with purpose by starting with your why We (I) think about great presenters as naturals. He notes that Dr. Jill Bolte-Taylor, for example, rehearsed her presentation 200 times, which is why they "seem natural, authentic, animated, and conversational" (p. 87). Great presentations come from practice. Change the plan you will roll onto at any time during your trial by visiting the “Settings & Account” section. What happens at the end of my trial? Speakers are unique, some specialized in the narration with the help of powerpoint presentation, some with the help of heart throbbing pictures, some with small video clips. But there are Orators who have a specific talent, they don't require any powerpoint slides or pictures, with the help of hand gestures and body language they will convey to the audience what they want to portray through this speech.

Without a call to action (CTA), your talk is interesting but not urgent for your listeners. With a CTA, you've added a mental flag for your audience that action is needed. Your clear CTAis the exclamation point that something needs to be done, and your listener is the one who should take action. 9. Study the best TED Talkers By starting with why, thepurpose of adopting your idea, you’ll be tapping into the power of meaning to inspire action. Telling stories connected withpurpose adds additional impact to your talk. 7. Talk with your hands Another important aspect in delivering a good talk is to edit, prepare, and practice the presentation in front of people ahead of time. It can take hundreds of hours to prepare and test out an attention-grabbing presentation. All that preparation helps to make the presentation seem spontaneous and authentic.The team reviewed hundreds of hours of TED Talks searching for differences in the most and least-watched talks. They analyzed hand gestures, vocal variety, smiling, and body movement. Have a conversation with your audience. Presentation mode means you’regiving a performance. Aconversation means you are listening and responding to the needs of your audience in real-time. You are presentin the moment. 2. Focus on conveying a single idea

Regardless of how practiced you may be at public speaking, there are some very effective strategies to use to deliver engaging talks. The next time you have a speaking engagement, try these tips to deliver your message like a TED Talk presenter: No matter their stature in the world, all of the leaders’ talks have one thing in common: they are restricted to eighteen minutes in length. For those who have a great ambition in the field of Oration, or those who want to become a public speaker, this book is the best one to begin with. An eighteen-minute window is more than adequate to share your core idea. This is true of almost any meeting or conference call. We live in a distracted world. Fight the urge to go deep and fill a five-pound bag with ten pounds of sugar. Here are some TED-style strategies for developing and presenting your talk. As you read these tips, bear in mind that you can apply them to any of your meetings, from a convention speech to a one-on-one sales presentation. 1. Don’t give a presentationAnd it’s not onlygood for presentations. Edwards also notes that thirty years ago, researchers found that job candidates who used more hand gestures were more likely to win the job. 8. Close with a strong call to action Some speakers may try to sound like someone they admire instead of being themselves, notes Daniel Gilbert, PhD, professor of psychology at Harvard University. "Some people try to sing like their favorite singer or dance like their favorite dancer," says Gilbert. "Similarly, some speakers may try to sound like Martin Luther King Jr. or John F. Kennedy." Authenticity—sounding like yourself and using everyday language—is key to getting your message across to an audience, says Gilbert. As you develop your talk, think about what you want people to know, feel, and do. What beliefs,actions, or behaviors are you trying to inspire?Your call toaction can be as simple as asking them to think about your customers in a new way.