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Jim Comer is among the rare breed of professional writers who also coaches his clients to deliver powerful presentations. He provides clear, specific, non-threatening coaching that can be applied instantly and help turn a "good" speech into a "great" one.
"Finding your unique voice as a speaker is not a one-time event but an on-going process. Anyone - no matter what their natural ability - who invests time and energy in coaching and rehearsal can make measurable progress and learn to enjoy speaking."
Jim Comer
Comer's Coaching Basics:
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Research the makeup of the audience and the purpose of the speech
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Make a few points well, not many points badly
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Avoid jargon
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Be yourself: there is no substitute for authenticity
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Use PowerPoint effectively, not excessively
- Tell stories that illustrate your point
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Deliver the speech: don’t read it
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Have the speech ready at least a week before giving it
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Rehearse out loud and get feedback from a coach or someone you trust
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Have the actual speech videotaped and review it
These basics are guaranteed to improve any speaker's abilities and develop a strong, memorable, individual speaking style.
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