Ep 142 - Prepped and Polished vs. Off the Cuff Speaking

So many people say, "I do better with informal, casual, off-the-cuff style speaking." This kind of speaking can feel better for many of us because off-the-cuff speaking removes the pressure for us to be perfectly polished. However, this approach can also give us a false sense of security, making us think that we actually work better this way. Plus, let's be honest: It can also make us feel safer when we step on stage. If we don't put a lot of time into preparing, it doesn't feel like a 'loss' if it doesn't go well. If we DO put in the time to prep and our talk doesn't turn out great, we feel like WE are not good enough. In this episode, let's dig into prepped vs. off-the-cuff speaking styles, and why a little preparation might just change the game. Full Shownotes and Links: https://thepublicspeakingstrategist.com/shownotes/142