Ep. 330 YOUR PERSONAL PAIN POINTS It’s always helpful to know your audience’s pain points. However, your pain points can be an avenue to building a relationship with them. Today, Darren and Mark share how to do just that, with ideas that can help you be unforgettable. SNIPPETS: Explore your pain points Pain points are…
Ep. 329 ARE THEY LISTENING Once in a while, an audience is less emotive than most, leaving a speaker to wonder, “Are they listening?” Mark and Darren discuss that question today while providing perspective, context, and solid suggestions for presenting well in those circumstances. SNIPPETS: Always be present Bring your ‘A GAME’ Don’t let a…
Ep. 328 I JUST NEED “I just need…” is a phrase that eager speakers often use when asking for advice. Oftentimes it’s followed by “a few tweaks,” “a punch-up,” “to add humor,” “a little polish,” or something similar. Today, Darren and Mark analyze this simple phrase and offer a perspective that will inspire you to…
ASK!The Most Overlooked Skill That Can Transform Your Speaking CareerBy Darren LaCroixOne simple word can change a speaking career: ASK.It sounds almost too basic. Yet, most presenters underestimate the power of asking for help, guidance, clarity, or mentorship. Here’s the truth: If you do not ask, the answer is already no.On the Unforgettable Presentations Podcast,…
Ep. 327 ASK! There is a popular adage that says, “If you don’t ask, the answer is always ‘No’.” In this episode, Mark and Darren talk about the benefits of asking for guidance, and how to respond, regardless of the answer. Asking can be your game-changer. SNIPPETS: The answer is in the asking When you…
Ep. 326 CUSTOMIZING YOUR PRESENTATION One way to increase audience buy-in is to customize your presentation. Today, Darren and Mark dive into the why and how of customization. Applying these ideas will help any presenter to be unforgettable. SNIPPETS: Customizing isn’t just using the company’s logo and name on your slides Do some homework and…
Ep. 325 THE POWER AND PURPOSE OF PAIN POINTS To truly win your audience, you must identify and address their pain points. In this episode, Mark and Darren discuss the importance of understanding them and offer suggestions for uncovering them. SNIPPETS: Pain points are triggers Learn your audience’s pet peeves, pain points, and frustrations Identify…
Ep. 324 ARE WE HAVING FUN YET? The business of speaking can bring myriad complications and stressors. But in the midst of all that, Darren and Mark offer a reminder to enjoy the privilege of the speaking experience. Remaining joyful despite all that comes our way, will help those around us to see us as…
The Power and Purpose of Pain PointsWhy Understanding Audience Pain Points Makes a Presentation UnforgettableBy Darren LaCroixPain points. Every audience has them, and they matter more than most presenters realize. Anyone can deliver a speech, but unforgettable presenters understand what is top of mind for their listeners. They address the real struggles in the room,…
Customizing Your Presentations Why Customization Is No Longer Optional for Speakers Who Want to Stand Out By Darren LaCroix Last week, we talked about understanding our audience’s pain points. This week, we will take the next step. If pain points are the heartbeat of audience connection, customization is the bridge that makes your audience feel…