#119: Nancy Duarte - the formula the best communicators use

What made Steve Jobs such a powerful communicator? Tune into this episode of Growth Island w/ Forbes-featured communication expert/bestselling author Nancy Duarte to find out, and more how translating numbers into narratives help you win in business. In this talk, Nancy Duarte discusses the mechanics of making great presentations, the secrets to a powerful speech, and how to communicate better with your team and stakeholders. Drawing on real-world examples from her work with clients including Apple, Nancy provides concrete tips that will make you a more persuasive and effective communicator. If you’re someone who aspires to transform into a flawless communicator, the expert tips shared by Nancy in this episode will definitely help you grow. Keynotes: 00:00 Coming Up 00:16 Introduction 1:33 How did Nancy get into speech and communication? 3:38 What makes a speech epic and impactful? 5:53 Nancy’s top three speeches of all time 8:03 Top tips for a great presentation 14:56 Suggestions about good presentations one can apply today 16:54 Does using busy, dense or heavy slides always work while presenting? 19:03 Common mistakes to avoid while presenting 21:20 Nancy’s experience with people’s attention span 21:45 One thing Nancy wishes she would’ve known 10 years ago 27:53 What differentiates Nancy from others in her field 28:39 How does Nancy overcomes her biggest challenges 31:03 Tips on how to communicate better with your spouse 32:39 Are we actually in heaven? 33:59 Industry misconceptions about communication that must be clarified 37:55 What does Duarte, Inc. do as a company 38:14 What does Nancy prefer doing these days 40:59 Where can people find Nancy Duarte 41:32 Three tips for a happy, healthy and meaningful life Connect with Nancy Duarte Twitter: www.twitter.com/nancyduarte LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/nancyduarte/ Resources Duarte, Inc. website: https://www.duarte.com/