Public speaking is an essential skill for coaches, enhancing your ability to showcase expertise, create emotional connections, and strengthen overall communication. Incorporating public speaking into your toolkit is a powerful way to grow your coaching business and improve your client interactions.
Over the last six months, I’ve been working diligently on improving my own public speaking skills, and I’ve seen firsthand the transformative impact it can have. Here are some insights and exercises that have been particularly helpful on my journey.
The 7 P’s of Public Speaking
Mastering the 7 P’s of public speaking will elevate your presentation skills and help you connect more effectively with your audience:
Preparation
Understand your audience and tailor your content to their needs.
Share success stories, case studies, and practical tips that demonstrate your coaching approach's effectiveness.
Purpose
Infuse your visionary goals into your presentations with clear main points.
Practice
Regularly rehearse to reduce anxiety and improve your delivery style for more engaging sessions.
People
Always tailor your presentation to the audience you’re speaking to, ensuring engagement and growth.
Planning
Ensure a logical flow to the ideas and information you share, focusing on storytelling and message delivery.
Personality
Show up as yourself on stage, just as you would in a coaching session, allowing your true personality to shine through.
Performance
Focus on variation in voice pitch and lively presentation to keep your audience engaged.
10 Best Public Speaking Exercises for Coaches
To master the 7 P’s and enhance your public speaking skills, incorporate these exercises into your routine:
Watch Others
Learn from great public speakers by watching presentations and TED Talks by coaches like Simon Sinek, Amy Cuddy, Brené Brown, Julian Treasure, and Mel Robbins.
Tongue Twisters
Practice articulation, clarity, and pronunciation with tongue twisters like:
She sells seashells by the seashore.
Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.
Breathing Techniques
Improve breath control and reduce anxiety with exercises like diaphragmatic breathing, 4-7-8 breathing, and alternate nostril breathing.
The Power Pose
Boost confidence and energy by practicing power poses like Wonder Woman or Superman.
Practice with a Mirror
Observe your eye contact, facial expressions, and body language to improve non-verbal communication.
Record Yourself
Record your practice sessions to identify areas for improvement, such as repeated phrases or filler words.
Peer Feedback Sessions
Exchange feedback with fellow coaches or join a local chapter of Toastmasters International for supportive practice.
Expressive Reading
Enhance vocal range and expression by reading passages from books or articles related to your coaching niche.
Impromptu Wisdom
Practice speaking on the fly about random topics to improve quick thinking and articulation.
Q&A Session with Current Clients
Host live Q&A sessions to practice responding clearly and concisely, building confidence in your message.
Public speaking is not a mystical talent but a skill honed through practice and the right tools. By mastering the 7 P’s and incorporating these exercises, you can significantly improve your public speaking abilities, benefiting your coaching business and client interactions. Remember, practice makes perfect, so use these exercises to your advantage and watch your public speaking skills flourish.
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