####################################################### Simply Speaking...Selling Yourself & Your Ideas E-Zine Volume 8, November / December, 2005 Published by Lenny Laskowski Copyright LJL Seminars(tm), 2005 All Rights Reserved ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ LJL Seminars (tm) (203)375-5617 or Toll Free 1-800-606-4855 Fax: (800) 743-3314 www.ljlseminars.com ------------------------------------------------------- This E-Zine meets the requirements of the "Can Spam Act of 2003" (S.877), passed by President Bush on December 16, 2003 ------------------------------------------------------- NOTE: You are receiving this E-Zine because you have subscribed via our website or by email. If you did not subscribe, removal instructions can be found at the end of this newsletter. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Eight Ways Public Speaking Improves Every Area of Your Life by Lenny Laskowski © 2005 LJL Seminars ________________________________________ Whether you are having a casual telephone conversation, teaching a Sunday school class, having a conversation with your boss, or giving a formal presentation, your are involved in public speaking. Following are examples of how public speaking can positively influence your everyday life, your career, your relationships, your communication style, and much more. Let's get started on the path to successful public speaking. 1. Build success in your professional life. - Most presidents and CEOs of companies possess strong speaking skills. I work with many high-level executives in the business world, and when I ask them why they feel they need coaching to improve their speaking skills, they all indicate that they know their success and their companies' future business ventures rely on their ability to speak well. Their promotions to the top were related directly to their ability to communicate effectively. 2. Communicate with others more clearly. - Many mistakes or misinterpretations are a result of not properly communicating your ideas. Good public speaking skills help you articulate ideas well and make them come alive for the listener. This was one of the most critical skills I needed to develop as an engineer, because I often had to speak to audiences that didn't know the first thing about my area of engineering expertise, which was materials engineering, but had the authority and the money to fund my next project. If I was ineffective in conveying why they should invest more money, I might have been out of a job. 3. Build overall confidence. - As you become better at organizing and communicating your ideas effectively, you will start to exhibit more confidence. People with this ability have a "glow" of confidence when they speak in public. (Let's not confuse this with the red glow of terror on the face of someone scared to death.) 4. Increase your comfort level in social situations. - How many of you have ever been invited to a party and are afraid to strike up a conversation? (Don't be shy, no one can see you.) Social situations are, in fact, the perfect opportunity to practice your public speaking skills. Here's a little bonus: It is a known fact that people who speak well are perceived as better looking. Thank God, now I know why I worked so hard at it, and it wasn't just my cute smile that made me popular with the girls. 5. Speak more confidently on the telephone. - Whether you call to request information, make a cold call at work, communicate with a client, or just leave a phone message, others can hear your confidence level in the tone of your voice. Did you know that over 86 percent of your telephone message is communicated through the tone of your voice? 6. Run meetings or present new ideas more effectively- I remember running my son's Cub Scout pack. Having the ability to conduct a Cub Scout meeting with six to eight screaming, energetic boys definitely challenged my public speaking skills (and required a lot of aspirin). Organizing and running a meeting with adults is more difficult, I think, because you can't bribe them with candy. 7. Become an effective member or volunteer. - At some point in your life, you may volunteer or even be affectionately coerced to lead or participate in a professional or social organization. Your success within the organization depends significantly on your ability to speak to a group and keep their attention engaged in order to achieve common goals and objectives. 8. Establish trust and respect from others with greater ease. - Your success in dealing with clients - or even your own children -depends a great deal on your speaking skills. The ability to convince people with words is key to establishing trust and respect. This can include not only what you say, but how you say it. If these examples describe characteristics you want to possess, then congratulations - you have the desire to succeed as a public speaker. ________________________________________ Lenny Laskowski is an international professional speaker and the author of the National Best Selling Book, 10 Days to More Confident Public Speaking and several other publications. Why not contact Lenny today for your next function or event. Your can reach Lenny at 1-800-606-4855 or E-mail him at: Sales@LJLSeminars.com. You can also write to us at: 430 Freeman Avenue, Stratford, CT. 06614-4026, USA -------------------------------------------------------- ***********This Weeks Special******* You MUST Order by this Friday, November 11, 2005! ********************************************************************** We are offering a special this week on our COMPLETE set of booklets. Here are the all booklets which are included in this weeks special: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ "Audio Visual Aids - Advantages / Disadvantages" This brochure discusses the advantages and disadvantages for each of the different types of visual aids. In addition, tips are provided on the use of each visual aid type. (11 pages) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ "Remembering Material - 4 Common Ways" The 4 most common ways of remembering material are discussed along with some proven advice to each method. (5 pages) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ "The Interviewing Process" The job interview process is discussed along with some sound advice about preparing for this unique speaking situation. The interview stages, checklists and questions you should know and ask are covered. (7 pages) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ "How To Prepare A Speech" Speech preparation techniques are discussed along with tips on organization and speech structure. In addition, learn the 6 major speaking faults, how to use transitions and much more. (13 pages) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ "Presentations - 111 Helpful Hints & Tips" This publication offers 111 of the most useful, helpful hints and tips about making presentations. Learn mental and physical techniques for dealing with nervousness, use of visual aids and the dreaded Q&A. (15 pages) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ "Techniques to Handle Nervousness" This publication provides you with some of the best physical and mental techniques used to deal with nervousness. Tips on how not to appear nervous and ways to deal with those butterflies in your stomach are covered. (6 pages) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ "How to Deal With A Hostile Audience" Ever feel the audience is out to get you? This booklet gives you tips on how to deal with hostile audiences, including the dreaded Q&A session. Learn the 4 D's to diffusing hostile questions. (5 pages) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ "A.U.D.I.E.N.C.E. Analysis" Knowing you audience before you speak can help you to better prepare your material. This publication provides you with a list of facts and questions you should know about your audience before you speak to them. (7 pages) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ "Preparing & Using Overhead Transparencies" This booklet provides you with some basic guidelines & tips when using overhead transparencies. Additional tips on using the overhead projector is also provided. (7 pages) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ "How to Prepare & Deliver a Great Team Presentation" This booklet provides you with some important guidelines & tips every team should know when preparing and delivering a team presentation. (11 pages) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ "Dealing with Hecklers" This brochure, written by Aaron Martini, a professional magician, discusses the process of dealing with hecklers or difficult audiences. 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