Want to become a stronger and more confident impromptu speaker? Public speaking coach Lisa Kleiman will cover proven and easy techniques!
This workshop will show you various methods of approaching and nailing impromptu speaking either in person or remotely such as via Zoom sessions. No more nerves, dry mouth, queasy stomach, light-headedness, and sweaty palms. Learn how to face almost any impromptu situation with confidence and ease so that you will know what to say and do. Have you ever asked yourself any of these questions? If so, this workshop is for you.
Do you get anxious when asked to speak, especially on the spot, unprepared, in public settings either in person or remotely such as at work, in meetings, with clients, and at social and other events?
Would you like to speak to groups for several minutes without needing to script your words?
Would you like to feel comfortable in social situations where small talk or chit chat is needed?
Does the idea of running a Q&A session make you nervous?
Do you worry what to say next?
Workshop Agenda:
The workshop will provide you with a framework and instructions for delivery of impromptu speeches. It includes a step by step guide, templates and examples, and topics for you to try under timed conditions to a small breakout group of 3-4 people maximum that includes feedback from each other and the facilitator. You will also receive a self-assessment handout.
What You Will Learn:
Build confidence and presentation skills to help you answer and address any topic unprepared for any event, whether in person or remotely (i.e., Zoom), such as in job interviews, question and answer sessions, small talk, conversation with strangers, customer, and client meetings, dinner engagements, and more!
How to open and close an impromptu speech.
Proven tools to help you anticipate and be ready for any impromptu speech.
How to change anxiety into excitement.
How to engage your audience.
How to handle tough questions, even when you do not know the answers.
Who this course is for:
Anyone who wants to improve their public speaking skills
Anyone who would like to speak 'off the cuff' more confidently
Anyone who would like to get better at 'table topics', or impromptu public speaking in social situations
Anyone who wants to know how to structure their responses in business meetings and events
Anyone faced with situations that requires the ability to think fast and speak well
* Bring a notebook and water. All levels welcome. No experience necessary.
About Lisa Kleiman: Lisa Kleiman is a public speaking coach and principal of "You Got This: Everything You Need to Master Authentic Public Speaking" (2019) River Grove Books.
Lisa has worked with executives, business leaders, employees, and university students to improve their communication skills, helping them experience the joy and power of communicating with clarity and confidence. For more information go to: https://www.speaktopia.com/
Lisa is also a certified Pilates teacher and teaches Pilates three times a week with RevelEleven!