Master Your Public Speaking

The best public speakers have a way of making an audience feel as though they are the only person in the room.

Why? Because they are interested in connecting with their audience, are engaging and being themselves — not selling.

How can you learn to become a better communicator? 

In this 21st podcast episode, Brenden Kumarasamy, a public speaking coach from Master Talk, shares the secrets of mastering the art of communication and why it is so essential.

He also explains how public speaking can serve as an effective method of maintaining your presence in today’s world that now demands from us more than ever.

Get to know Brenden

Brenden Kumarasamy is a public speaking coach who offers real-world solutions to actual problems faced by people today.

Brenden works with students helping them overcome their fear of public speaking.

He has helped many students learn to face off their demons, find their inner confidence and become the best public speakers they can be.

He is the founder of MasterTalk, a YouTube channel he created to assist people all over the world in developing their communication and public speaking skills.

He mostly works with entrepreneurs who are driven by a purpose to help them develop their message and spread their ideas globally. 

Communicating Effectively

There’s a reason why we watch TED talks or listen to podcasts or speeches – because they’re effective in making ideas stick. But one of the biggest issues when learning public speaking is our own minds.

We construct these artificial barriers around ourselves that take away our ability to communicate effectively with other humans in general. The Mind is your enemy number one.

Getting over this mental block and taking an action is absolutely essential for you to succeed, both in communication and life in general. 

Mastering your public speaking is not just an act of courage, but also of self-control.

The more you practice, the easier it gets. The more you practice, the more confidence you will have in yourself and your abilities. And as time goes on and you get better at it—the more confident you become!

This is true for everyone who has ever had to speak in front of others—it’s a skill that can be learned over time

Public speaking is an art and a skill — a skill that is at the very core of leadership and influence. And public speaking skills are essential for your personal, business and professional success.

However, public speaking is not an easy task and it’s also impossible to master in one day.

There are so many things to consider when it comes to public speaking – and most of them have to do with making yourself heard, but that’s not all. As public speakers, we have to think about how to keep our audience focused on us.

It’s not enough just to talk. The power of delivering a message effectively lies in someone else’s hands and in your ability to connect with them. Public speaking is a skill that requires stamina and determination.

Wouldn’t it be great if you were never afraid to communicate?

If you were confident in your message, could walk into any social or business situation and be part of the discussion with ease. 

It takes practice, expertise, and knowledge on how to deliver your message through a combination of verbal and non-verbal communication to make sure people understand what you’re trying to say.

Overcome the imposter syndrome

One of the most common difficulties when it comes to public speaking is overcoming the imposter syndrome, where we feel like we’re not good enough. It can lead to performance anxiety and lower confidence in our abilities.

But if you want to become a better public speaker, you should learn how to control your mind so it doesn’t sabotage you in front of an audience.

When you’re nervous, the mind begins to work overtime and try to convince you that everything will go wrong. But when we’re talking about something we love and believe in, there’s no need for that kind of fear or doubt—it’s all about going forward with confidence.

So train regularly until your voice becomes strong enough for any audience (or group).

And remember: The more often we do something consistently over time without giving up on ourselves along the way means success will eventually come naturally after many tries at getting comfortable enough.

Your body is your tool for delivering the message; become comfortable with your surroundings, and learn to control yourself.

Learn what tools are available for you at any given moment: microphones and headsets are great examples of tools that help you communicate effectively with others. 

Become a better speaker by listening

Communication is a two-way street.

If you want to become a good speaker, you have to be open and willing to listen to what others have to say.

This can be difficult since most people are often looking to themselves for answers and solutions to their problems instead of reaching out for help.

But if you truly want to improve as a speaker and communicator, then it may be time for you to change your approach to how you deal with other people—instead of just talking at them, listen too.

By being open to the opinions of others, you can find out more about yourself.

Being comfortable with speaking in public allows you to develop your confidence, work on your listening skills and be more expressive.

If you are able to overcome your shyness and approach people, instead of avoiding them, you will not only be improving your public speaking skills but also be able to connect with people in a deeper way.

Conclusion

The most effective conversations are authentic and meaningful.

By understanding how to produce more honest, heartfelt, and goal-oriented conversations, you can develop greater connections with others

When it comes to effective communication, nothing can be underestimated.

Public speaking is an essential part of unlocking possibilities in your life. Mastering this skill requires the right amount of direction and control. Remember, good communication is more than just knowing what to say.

It’s about where you say it, why you say it, and how you present yourself.

Whether it’s public speaking or communicating with strangers, if you sincerely want to be better at it, don’t let your mind get in the way.

Always remember that your presence and message are the most important thing.

You must ultimately exercise mental discipline to be a competent speaker.

You can act any way you want, but if you can’t manage your thoughts, they will have their own agenda and will work against you rather than for you.