Public Speaking Commentary
There has been a thought that has been going through my head for the last couple of weeks when it comes to Public Speaking. A lot of my clients ask me: What is a good trait to have when it comes to public speaking, giving presentations?
Over the years I have given different answers to this question. I am sure it has changed based upon where I was with my public speaking…or it depended on the wants and needs of my coaching clients. Though I never came to a definite answer. Well, I just might have one…
“Consistent Persistence”
We need to have consistent persistence when it comes to our public speaking. If we make presentations in front of employees, prospects, family or friends…we need to have consistent persistence of improving our skills. We cannot think that with one or two practices – we will be great. We cannot think after one evaluation – we have the skill sets down for a great presentation.
No… it is about consistent improvement. Being persistent with our practice. Looking outside of ourselves and asking others for their evaluations on a repeated basis to get better. It is about going out there and giving as many presentations as possible. I have given over 1,500 presentations and I can tell you that with each one I improve.
What are you doing to be “Consistent Persistence” when it comes to your Public Speaking and Presentation Skills? Start now and think of your method and means of improvement.
I love this quote by Calvin Coolidge:
“Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence.
Talent will not; nothing in the world is more common than unsuccessful men with talent.
Genius will not; unrewarded genius is a proverb.
Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts.
Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent.”
So press on my friend when you deliver your next Speech!
Ciao,
Maurice
Very very true!