Developing that sort of presence
isn’t something you can learn from a workshop or self-help book. It’s more a
way of being than anything you do--- the way you act does enhance you may not
be the sort of speaker who will “arouse fervent popular devotion and enthusiasm”
But you can make yourself more attractive to audiences.
- BE YOURSELF
Everything that makes you unique from
your appearance to your beliefs, your experience, and sense of humor can be
used in a way that wins you people’s attention and respect. Don’t imitate
anyone, even dynamic leaders you admire.
- BE UNAFRAID
If you worry about making a fool of
yourself or if you second guess your every word and gesture. You’ll crush your
natural enthusiasm and attractiveness.
- CONNECT
Reach out across the space, whether
you’re speaking to a few people in your office or to a jammed auditorium and
touch people emotionally and intellectually. Don’t talk at them. Have a
conversation with them. Show them you care.
- BREATHE
Mystics throughout the ages eastern
and western have taught what sports psychologist and peak-performance coaches
are only lately discovering. Attending to the way you breathe is the best way
to project a powerful presence.
- BE GROUNDED
Charismatic leaders are not easily
swayed or pushed about. They stand their ground. The same is true for speakers.
Plant your feet. Imagine that you’re rooted to the earth and that its strength
flows through you.
- CARE
Don’t try to be impressive. And don’t
worry about your image. Be concerned about the people in your audience and
their hopes and needs. Help them solve their problems, achieve their goals, or fulfill their dream and your image
will take care of itself.
Source: Podium Power by Chris Witts, PHD
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