Nervous about speaking in front of your team or at industry events? Seth Dechtman, founder of The Keynote Curators, shares essential public speaking advice from his 20+ years of experience. Learn why preparation beats memorization, how to handle unexpected disruptions, and why your message matters more than your performance. From conquering stage fright to mastering the room without a podium, Seth reveals the techniques that separate amateur presenters from confident communicators.

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Topics include:

00:00 – Episode preview and guest introduction

02:03 – What is The Keynote Curators?

05:49 – How the speaking industry has changed

06:52 – Why use a speakers bureau?

09:02 – What it takes to succeed as a speaker

12:45 – Everyday business speaking

15:23 – The power of preparation

18:28 – PowerPoints: Help or hindrance?

19:44 – Advice for speakers

24:00 – Style and stagecraft: Podium vs. movement

25:10 – Wrap up and thank you

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.