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Oct 27, 2026 19 min

Read a script without sounding like a robot

from Vanessa Van Edwards Hosted by Vanessa Van Edwards

Have you ever had to read from a script and you know you sound a little...robotic?I put together 11 tips on enhancing your script reading and sounding like your most charismatic self. You'll learn how to leverage your vocal power and I share some fascinating science behind reading from script vs. reading off-script.In this video:0:00 Intro0:11 Tip #1: Dictate your script first0:31 Tip #2: Use shorter words & sentences1:07 Tip #3: Smile when reading2:38 Tip #4: Use the right microphone3:26 Tip #5: Use hand gestures4:34 Tip #6: Power pause6:37 Tip #7: Channel someone else8:01 Tip #8: Try it 4 ways9:50 Tip #9: Use actual emotion11:38 Tip #10: Know when to skip a script12:37 Tip #11: The half/half method13:41 Final thoughts******Hi, I’m Vanessa!You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. My name is Vanessa Van Edwards and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/) and creator of People School(https://www.scienceofpeople.com/people-school/).My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted or forgotten again.Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/******PS - Join the conversation on social!☞ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards/☞ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vvanedwards☞ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/#vocalpower #reading #script #vanessavanedwards #captivate #captivatebook

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