Steal the Show with Michael Port
Speeches, job interviews, deal-closing pitches. Do you know the best way to handle yourself in the spotlight? Steal the Show from Heroic Public Speaking is a fast track to learning what it takes to engage your listeners, manage your nerves, and maximize your message's impact in every situation, every time. Through interviews with top performers, listener Q&As, and expert chats with Heroic Public Speaking staff, we’ll help you make the most of every public speaking opportunity to improve results in every aspect of your life. At Heroic Public Speaking, we believe that the most transformative speeches change the world and the people in it—including the speaker. Your host Michael Port is the Founder and CEO of Heroic Public Speaking and a former professional actor, having guest starred on shows like Sex and The City, Law and Order, Third Watch, and many others. He is the New York Times bestselling author of 9 books on the topics of business and public speaking, including Book Yourself Solid, Steal the Show, and The Referable Speaker.
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Speeches, job interviews, deal-closing pitches... do you know the best way to handle yourself in the spotlight? “Steal the Show” podcast offers a fast track to the skill set that will enable you to engage your listeners, manage your nerves, and give your message maximum impact in every situation, every time.
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Ready to steal the show in your next presentation? Learn the 5 most important elements found in the world's greatest speeches, and BE SURE to deliver them ALL!
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Normally a show stopper is good, but in this case, it's not. These are the things that will stop your performances, speeches, pitches, negotiations, presentations dead in their tracks.
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Want to tell a story that engage with your audience? Learn 4 ways to uncover fun and relevant stories, and learn how to deliver them in the most effective way.
Topics covered
Tips on telling great stories in your speech
3 structures of a great story
4 ways to uncover great stories to tell in your speaking
5 step process for telling terrific tales
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Do you feel lost sometimes on the stage? What should you do with your hands and where should you stand? Learn tips on how to move during your speech.
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Nervous about your upcoming speech? What to do and what not to during preparation? This episode teaches you the first 2 steps to successfully rehearse for world-class performances.
You will learn:
How to create meaningful experiences for your audience, every time
What a professional actor wouldn't do, and you shouldn't either as a speaker
How to confidently deliver your message with less self-consciousness
What to do with your...
Want to know where to stand on stage and how to move? What slides or props should you use? You will learn 5 essential steps to successfully rehearse for world-class performances.
Also discussed:
Mistakes amateur speakers make and how you can avoid them
What to do with your hands while speaking
How to get feedback rehearsing your speech
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Normally, a show stopper is good, but in this case it's not. These are the things that will stop your performances, speeches, pitches, negotiations, presentations dead in their tracks.
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How you close a speech might be more important than the opening. Learn what to say and what NEVER to do or say, to ensure the best experience for your audience, as well as your host.
Topics and tips:
Tips on how to close a speech
Want to get invited back? What to do and what not to for speakers
When best to thank the hosts during your speaking
What NEVER to do or say at the end of your speaking
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How to recover after your mind blanked during your speech? Where to look and what you should say when that happens. Michael Port on public speaking questions.
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Want to turn your ideas into a polished presentation? Learn 3 essential elements of content creation that demonstrates your expertise and connects with your audience.
Tips and topics:
How top performers write compelling content
How to organize your ideas into a compelling presentation
How to create content that persuades
5 Things to consider when you are getting ready for the presentation
Proven steps from blank page to polis...
Topics covered:
Your bio is part of your brand - how to write it
What to include in your speaker bio
How to prep your presenter to introduce you well
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Normally, a show stopper is good, but in this case it's not. These are the things that will stop your performances, speeches, pitches, negotiations, presentations dead in their tracks.
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A lot of speakers worry about how to open a speech. You will learn the phrases to avoid while beginning your presentation and how to give your audience an amazing experience.
Topics and tips:
What NOT TO SAY while opening a speech
How to give your audience an amazing experience from the start
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Common public speaking questions answered in this episode:
"Audience hijacking microphone, what should I do?"
"What if I don’t know the answer to their questions?"
"What if I get heckled?"
"How to I gain control of the room? "
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Want to use humor to connect with your audience? How to write a joke with a great punchline? You will learn tips on how to talk funny and make people laugh.
Topics discussed:
Should you try to open the speech with a joke?
How to make people laugh in your speaking
Want to write a joke? Two exercises
How not to kill a joke
Do others say you talk too fast? Learn why slowing down when speaking might be a bad idea, and how you should pace your speech for the best audience experience.
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Normally, a show stopper is good, but in this case it's not. These are the things that will stop your performances, speeches, pitches, negotiations, presentations dead in their tracks.
http://stealtheshow.com
Do you know there is one thing you should never when giving a speech? Speakers tend to use this phrase often, without realizing the negative effect on the audience.
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"How do I wow my audience right away? What’s the best way to create a powerful opening?" This is one of the most asked questions for speakers. Quick tips in this episode.
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