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July 3, 2025 25 mins

“Open STRONG!” This is Darren’s advice in Part 3 of this series as he and Mark explain the ‘WHY’ and the ‘HOW’ behind an unforgettable presentation’s opening. This episode covers Step #4: CREATE YOUR STRONG OPENING

 

SNIPPETS:

 

• Set the stage with your introduction

 

• Your opening sets up your premise

 

• The opening sets the trajectory of the listeners’ experience

 

• Open strong

 

• Explore various opening options

 

• Use effective opening words

 

• Be concise and precise

 

• Avoid platitudes until after your strong opening

 

• Choose opening words carefully and deliberately

 

• Internalize your opening; know it by heart

 

How to Write Your Own Introduction:

https://markbrownspeaks.com/set-up-your-success-with-your-introduction/

 

Work with Mark and Darren:

https://www.stagetimeuniversity.com/get-a-speaking-coach/

 

Check Out Stage Time University:

https://www.stagetimeuniversity.com

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