Public speaking is a common fear, but it's an essential skill for leaders. Often, we focus too much on ourselves or the topic, leading to anxiety and less effective presentations. Instead, the key to success is focusing on the audience. By understanding what they know, what they need to know, what they care about, and why it matters to them, we can deliver impactful and engaging presentations.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction
00:34 Public Speaking Anxiety
00:56 Focusing on Yourself and the Topic
02:17 Importance of the Audience
02:45 Key Questions to Ask About Your Audience
03:36 Benefits of Focusing on the Audience
04:15 Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential Newsletter
04:31 Remarkable Reminder

Key Points Discussed:

The common fear of public speaking and its impact.
The pitfalls of focusing on yourself or the topic.
The importance of shifting focus to the audience.
Four essential questions to ask about your audience.
The benefits of an audience-centric approach in presentations.

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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, and popular blogger. He is dedicated to helping leaders reach their potential and make a bigger difference for those they lead.

About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week, Kevin shares his thoughts on leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, and human potential.

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