The following post “Twitter Chat: Ask Me Anything … About Public Speaking” By Carma Spence was a part of Speaking Palooza 2019.
Twitter Chat: Ask Me Anything … About Public Speaking
By Carma Spence
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Welcome to the Speaking Palooza 2019 Twitter Chat. Ask me anything about public speaking and if I can't answer it, I do the research and get back to you! #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat pic.twitter.com/cjEMj0Qf3W
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Feel free to share your insights about public speaking, as well! #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Please introduce yourself in the chat. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Becoming proficient at speaking can make a big difference in your life and career. People who avoid mastering this kill often earn less and experience less success in their lives, careers, and businesses. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
I'll go first with intros: I'm the author of the award-winning and Kindle bestselling book Public Speaking Super Powers. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
I've been interested in public speaking since high school and have been a Toastmaster (off & on) since 1989. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
I've spoken for a variety of groups, including American Business Women's Assoc (Diamonds of the Bay chapter), Western Museums Assoc. and more. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Let's get to know each other! Q1: What is your experience with public speaking? Use A1 when you answer. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
A1. I started out in high school and after college got involved with Toastmasters, earning my Distinguished Toastmaster Award. I've spoken for groups as large as 60 people. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Q2: What is your top question about public speaking? #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
To get this started, I'll answer some questions that were submitted in advance. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-Q1: Can introverts be successful speakers? And, if so, how? #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A1: Yes, introverts can be successful speakers. I'm an introvert! Us introverts become successful like anyone does: Practice, practice, practice. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-Q2: I get nervous when I have to speak and am afraid the audience can see me quaking. How do I overcome this? #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A2: 1st your audience is focused on your message, not your shaky hands. If they do notice it, they won't say anything, so don't worry about it. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A2: To help prevent the shakes, calm yourself before speaking through meditation, breath, visualization or whatever helps you relax. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-Q3: How do I get better at impromptu speaking? #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A3: The only way to get better at impromptu speaking is to practice. Talk to people in the grocery store line. Join Toastmasters & participate in Table Topics. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A3: Continued … Have friends randomly ask you questions. Take every opportunity to practice this skill and you'll get better over time. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-Q4: What is your #1 tip for overcoming the fear of public speaking? #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A4: Decide you are going to get over the fear and then start taking baby steps that push your envelope of fear a little bit at a time. Continued … #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A4: Continued … Practicing in front of a mirror, a few friends and/or a video camera is a fairly easy way to push your fear of speaking envelope. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A4: Continued … For more tips on overcoming the fear of speaking, check out my ultimate guide post: https://t.co/HJ8DwPcCYC #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-Q5: How as Toastmasters helped you? #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A5: Four ways: 1) Toastmasters helped me be a better speaker through directly practicing the craft before a live audience. Continued… #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A5: Four ways: 1) Toastmasters helped me be a better speaker through directly practicing the craft before a live audience. Continued… #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A5: Four ways: 1) Toastmasters helped me be a better speaker through directly practicing the craft before a live audience. Continued… #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A5: Continued… 4) Toastmasters helped me become better at impromptu speaking through Table Topics. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-Q6: How can I learn to stop using so many filler words? (ums, ahs, etc.) #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A6: 1) Find a way to become aware of them. Record your speeches and listen for where you add filler words the most. Then work on solving whatever issue you uncovered. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A6: 2) Have someone else point them out. Have friend observe your speech and share what they heard. Or join Toastmasters, which has a Ah Counter role. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
There are less than 20 minutes left of this live Twitter chat. I have 6 more questions in the queue. I'll be sure to answer them even if I go over. But please submit your questions before 9am! #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-Q7: How do I organize an impromptu speech? #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-Q7: How do I organize an impromptu speech? #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A7: Continued… 2) Support your point with one to three facts, stories, etc. What can you share that will convince your audience that your point is valid? Continued… #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A7: Continued… 3) Conclude with a call to action. Why are you sharing this point? What do you want your audience to do with this information? #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-Q8: What causes the fear of public speaking? #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A8: There are a lot of causes of speaking anxiety. Previous speaking trauma, mental chatter, situation-specific triggers, another fear in disguise and a lack of skills. For a deeper discussion, read my ultimate guide https://t.co/05Yn3RIQuV #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-Q9: Does imagining your audience naked really help with nervousness? #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A9: I don't think so. Frankly, an audience of naked people just might make me more nervous and self-conscious! I don't know why that is common advice. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Five minutes left of this live Twitter Chat where you can AMA about public speaking. Thank you to everyone who submitted questions in advance! #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-Q10: What is the proper way to hold and speak into a microphone? #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A10: My friend Cindy Ashton gives this advice: Hold it like it is an ice cream cone, just in front and slightly below your mouth. Your voice should go into and over the microphone. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-Q11: How do you select the right speaking coach? #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A11: 1) Identify your goals for being coached. 2) Find a speaking coach that focuses on that type of result. Continued… #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A11: 1) Identify your goals for being coached. 2) Find a speaking coach that focuses on that type of result. Continued… #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A11: Continued… 3) Once you've narrowed down your options, do your due diligence. Check them out. Look at their website. Read testimonials. Get on a free call with them and ask questions. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Last question in the queue: Pre-Q12: How do you practice your speech enough to be confident but not enough that it sounds robotic and emotionless? #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A12: 1. Know what you want to say well enough that you can talk about it with out notes. Continued… #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A12: Continued… 2. Practice your opening and your close until you can say it in your sleep. Continued… #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Pre-A12: Continued… 3. When speaking, always infuse your voice with your enthusiasm for the topic. #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
Did you find this useful? Let me know and I can do it again. 🙂 #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
The Live Twitter Chat AMA is now ended. Thank you for riding along! #SpPalooza19 #PSSPTwitterChat
— Carma Spence (@carmap) July 13, 2019
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About Carma Spence
Award-winning speaker and bestselling author of Public Speaking Super Powers, Carma Spence knows that introverted and shy people can be decent speakers. She is fiercely committed to helping her clients unleash their inner content creation superhero and confidently communicate their message so that they can create a meaningful legacy. She helps them see what is possible and guides them on the journey from where they are to where they want to be, Vanquishing Mind Goblins along the way.
Her strength and courage were hard-won. She has survived an abusive marriage; an attack by her boyfriend; and being hit by a car (three separate times). This mix of experiences makes Carma a good mentor to those struggling with owning their gifts.
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