As a child, Yasir Khan would run to the bathroom when it was his turn to give a presentation in class. To help break him out of his shell, his parents sent him to Canada, but the change of environment didn’t help. Desperately lonely, Yasir Googled, 'how do I make friends?' And that’s how he discovered Toastmasters. Although his first time in front of an audience was nerve-racking, he went back week after week, practicing public speaking. Eventually, he won a public speaking contest. Months later, he had done 40 workshops and had become a TEDx speaker. Today, he coaches some of the biggest CEOs in the world. In today’s episode, Yasir will break down the key skills for becoming a more effective speaker, from pacing and volume to storytelling and body language.

In this episode, Hala and Yasir will discuss: 

(00:00 ) Introduction

(03:17 ) From Hiding in the Bathroom to CEO Coach

(04:52 ) Your Voice Is Your Brand

(06:29 ) Yasir’s Journey to Overcoming Fear

(13:26 ) Conquering Speaking Anxiety

(14:56 ) Steps to Sharpen Your Speaking Skills

(27:24 ) Secrets to Keeping Audiences Engaged

(32:20 ) Quick Tips for Effective Speaking

(33:15 ) How to Sound Confident and Credible

(41:00 ) Mastering the Art of Storytelling

(52:22 ) Effective Networking Through Speaking

(54:42 ) Yasir’s Advice for Aspiring Speakers

Yasir Khan is a powerhouse public speaking coach and the founder of Speak Like a CEO, known for his ability to help top executives communicate effectively. Originally from Pakistan, Yasir fought through severe social anxiety to become a TEDx speaker, keynote speaker, and social media sensation. He has been hired by top leaders at Google, Apple, and Deloitte, and has built a thriving following of over 1.2 million followers on TikTok. With programs like his 10-Day Speaking Course and membership-based Speaking Academy, Yasir empowers his clients to enhance their communication skills, helping them present with confidence.

Connect with Yasir:

Yasir’s Website: https://www.speaklikeaceo.com/ 

Yasir’s LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/yasirkhancoaching 

Yasir’s Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakingwithyasir 

Yasir’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakingwithyasir/ 

Yasir’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@speakingwithyasirkhan/videos 

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Resources Mentioned:

Yasir’s TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/yasir_ali_khan_how_to_get_along_with_anyone 

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