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I'm a public speaking coach in Santa Barbara, CA. Public speaking is my passion!
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Here's the place to find some of my favorite public speaking goodies: links to my blog (Speak Schmeak), articles on public speaking, recommended reading, and resources and information on how you can build skills and confidence - and learn to love public speaking!
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Lisa Braithwaite works with individuals to uncover their challenges and build their strengths in presenting themselves confidently as speakers. She is a guest columnist for Santa Barbara's Woman Magazine and was recently quoted on public speaking in Men's Health Magazine.
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Mini-coaching at the Women's Festival
Shawn and I are discussing her public speaking issues!
Taking a break from mini-coaching while Daisy writes some of her public speaking...
Speak Schmeak Blog: Things I'm thinking about speakers and speaking
Check out my latest posts about public speaking:
Public speaking blog!
Fetching RSS feed... please stand byPublic Speaking: What's Confidence and How Do I Get It?
You don't have to be confident to appear confident, but the beauty of this mental and physical practice is that the more you appear confident to others, the more your confidence will grow for real. When you believe in yourself and believe in your message,
How do you gain the ability to believe in yourself and to demonstrate that belief to the whole world? Do you always have to *feel* confident to *look* confident? And is reducing anxiety the same thing as gaining confidence? Let's explore these questions and solve the mystery of this most desirable and elusive trait.
First of all, what does confidence look like? A confident speaker exudes positive energy that feeds and excites the audience. A confident speaker appears strong and authoritative, but not intimidating. A confident speaker appears relaxed but not sloppy, positive but not saccharine, and knowledgeable but not arrogant. Whew! That's a lot to live up to.
Confidence is both mental and physical. It's the positive way you perceive yourself, and it's the way your body projects that positive self-image. Here are some strategies to move toward both the mental and physical expression of confidence.
Pointer 1: Always be prepared
Pointer 2: Embrace your uniqueness and imperfections
Pointer 3: Don't apologize
Read the full article here!
"7-Week Shortcut to Public Speaking Confidence" e-course
* Running over time and getting the evil eye from people with places to be...
* Struggling to "think on your feet" as the awkward silence continues...
* Losing your audience's attention only to watch people glance down at their watch over and over...
* Forgetting your place... as someone leans into their neighbor to whisper, "Does this person know what they're doing?!"
Click here to find out more about the e-course.
Only 25 e-courses are available (actually fewer now), because of the level of one-on-one service and supplemental coaching that I'm offering.
Free public speaking resources!
Have you ever wished you had a complete checklist of all the things you need to remember for your public speaking gigs? Have I got the checklist for you - the "Presentation Readiness Checklist," that is!
Presentation Tools Checklist
Here's a checklist to make sure you have all your tools, equipment and handouts in order before you walk out the door. Add your own items at the bottom!
Presentation Pointers e-Newsletter
My Presentation Pointers newsletter comes out once a month and features news and articles on public speaking. How could you go wrong? It's free!
And you also get my favorite "Ten Tips for Speakers" handout when you sign up. Score!
Find more resources here!
PowerTalk keynote
Describing my eighth grade starring moment in "Our Town"
My daily blogs
These are the blogs I enjoy reading every day
- HELLO, my name is BLOG!
- Scott Ginsberg is an internationally recognized author, professional speaker and the only person in the world who wears a nametag 24-7 to make people friendlier and more approachable.
- The Publicity Hound’s Blog
- Free publicity and public relations tips, tools and strategies
- Escape Adulthood
- Hosted by Kim and Jason Kotecki, the Escape Adulthood blog offers up strategies from childhood to help you treat Adultitis and create a life with less stress and more fun.
- FORTIFY YOUR OASIS
- Consultant and author Rowan Manahan's musings on the world of work, career management and personal development.
- Tim Ferriss's 4-Hour Workweek and Lifestyle Design Blog
- Tim Ferriss's 4-Hour Workweek and Lifestyle Design Blog
- Presentation Zen
- Garr Reynolds' blog on issues related to professional presentation design.
- ChaosScenario
- Providing information, insight and commentary on marketing in a new age.
- Word Wise
- Writing tips for public relations professionals - and for people everywhere, by Dan Santow
Recommended Reading
The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich
I've become so much more productive since reading this book - and I'm not even trying to create a 4-hour work week for myself! Just a few tips from this information-packed book are all you need to improve your productivity like crazy. Action-oriented and full of resources, this book is NOT just theoretical. You will be inspired to act.
Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die
If you want to be a memorable speaker, and you want your ideas to "stick" with your audiences, you must read this book. It's full of vivid, practical examples of how to create a truly sticky, memorable idea.
Beyond Bullet Points: Using Microsoft PowerPoint to Create Presentations That Inform, Motivate, and Inspire (Bpg-Other)
Stop putting your audiences to sleep - NOW! Cliff Atkinson's innovative method uses PowerPoint to enhance your presentation, not drag it down.
Change Your Voice : Change Your Life : A Quick, Simple Plan for Finding & Using Your Natural Dynamic Voice
Dr. Morton Cooper is the voice guru - his method is simple but produces great results.
Media Training A-Z
Simple tips about handling the media - easy to follow, easy to understand, easy to remember when you're panicking about an upcoming interview!
Speakers do it in front of an audience!
Check out the Speak Schmeak(TM) Shop!
No Hecklers Mini Button
Price: 1.29
Speakers Do It Mug
Speakers do it in front of an audience.
Price: 12.99
Blue in the Face White T-Shirt
I could talk 'til you're blue in the face
Price: 17.99
Old Speakers Never Die White T-Shirt
Old speakers never die, they just go on and on.
Price: 17.99
Get Out Women's V-Neck T-Shirt
If you can't stand the speaker, get out of the auditorium.
Price: 20.99
Visit my website for more resources
And don't miss my resource page with links to my newsletter archive, free handouts, blog posts, book recommendations, and more!
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Does the thought of standing before an audience with all eyes on you keep you awake at night? If so, I can relate. See, I used to have a stutter and for many years I thought public speaking was about as scary as life gets. So much so that in the run...
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simo92
hey, Posted May 08, 2008 |
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driewe
Nice Lens, I gave you 5 stars Posted December 20, 2007 |
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Hi there, I really like your lens. If you get a chance check out mine: Posted November 24, 2007 |
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Tom_Antion
Hi! This is a great lens. I appreciate all the useful info! Please check out my new lens Amazing Public Speaking. Learn to make money being an amazing speaker! Thanks, TOM Posted October 29, 2007 |
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Hi Lisa, Posted October 10, 2007 |
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happynutritionist
Hi Lisa, Posted August 29, 2007 |
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ChickMagnet101
Hey Lisa, thanks for the useful lens! (I've rated it 5 stars!) Appreciate the information on public speaking. Like how you've included the 4 Hour Work Week Book. I've also learned to add this information into my personal life. Keep up the great work! Posted August 28, 2007 |
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KristenB
I can see you DO spend a lot of time keeping this page up. Great information and easy ways to learn more. Excellent job! Posted August 20, 2007 |
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Tom_Antion
Hi! Great lens here. Please visit my public speaking lens Thanks! Posted August 16, 2007 |
This is one of the best lenses I've seen in awhile. Very well done. I will be subscribing to your blog's RSS feed from now on. I can't wait to read what you have to say on an ongoing basis.
Posted July 26, 2007
