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Public Speaking with David Murray
by David Murray: Public Speaker and Public Speaking Coach
As someone who was once anxious about speaking in public, my intention was to create a podcast where I could share the tools and techniques I’ve discovered and applied throughout my own confident communication journey, with you. I also invite inspiring guests, and together we explore how communication shapes their work and lives.I hope you find the podcast useful, and if you do, subscribe and take the next step to your public speaking confidence by joining my upcoming coaching events.
Episodes
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How to present effectively whilst using presentation slides – 133
When using presentation slides it's important to consider the needs of the audience. This means incorporating the slides into the presentation in such a way that the speaker remains connected to the audience at all times. Unfortunately, some presenters have a tendency to turn away from their...
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In focus! Building rapport with others – 132
Whether you’re having a conversation, navigating a job interview, or speaking in public, I’m sure you’ll agree that creating and maintaining rapport with others is important. And what is rapport? Well I like this definition from the web: “a close and harmonious relationship in which the people or...
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Why it’s important to move with purpose to connect with your audience – 131
While public speaking, you're probably going to move around. I think this is a good thing to do. And if you do it with purpose, you'll be able to connect your movements with your words. This means your audience can connect with your message in terms of what you're saying, and what they see you…
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Mindfulness to support presenting with confidence – 130
I’m sure you can look back at a presentation you’ve delivered, and recall in the build up to it, how it made you feel. Or perhaps you’re looking ahead to delivering your next presentation, and when you do this, it makes you feel a certain way too. Everyone feels differently in the build up to a...
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How to confidently introduce yourself in meetings – 129
When was the last time you sat in a meeting? Have you ever sat in a meeting where most of the people in the room you have never met before? Imagine you are sat in the room, the meeting chair looks around the room and says, let’s get to know each other. And everyone has to introduce themselves.…
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In focus! How to handle difficult questions in meetings – 128
Have you ever attended a work meeting and been asked a difficult or challenging question? How about when you're delivering a presentation and you're inviting questions from your audience. You feel that someone in your audience seems to want to catch you out, by asking a difficult question, one...
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Client question – How to run effective meetings? – 127
Concerned their company was wasting a lot of time and money organising meetings that they felt just weren’t effective or worthwhile. Because attendees were being distracted by their laptops or phones. They weren’t engaged, and the meetings would start late and finish even later. A client of mine...
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Using your voice for greater impact when communicating – 126
Whether you’re presenting at work, having a conversation, recording an online video tutorial or sharing a story. It’s not only what you say that’s important, but how you say it. That’s why in this episode I explore using your voice for greater impact when communicating. The 5 Steps to Public...
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Public speaking and presenting habits to avoid – Being someone else – 125
I’m sure you’ll agree there’s many reasons why people want to develop their public speaking and presenting skills. What’s yours? If you’re a regular listener to my show, you will have heard lots of different techniques to help you to become a more confident and compelling speaker. I really hope...
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Two goals to help elevate your public speaking skills – 124
Can you believe it’s the start of another year. Have you set any public speaking goals that you want to achieve this coming year? Whether you’re beginning your journey or already have experience of speaking in public. It’s good to set some goals that you can aim for. These can help you to become...
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Three goals for public speaking beginners – 123
So it’s the start of another year. Have you set any public speaking goals that you want to achieve this year? Whether you’re starting out in your public speaking journey or a seasoned professional, it’s good to set some speaking goals that you can aim for. These can help you to become a more...
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Public speaking and presenting habits to avoid – Reading from your presentation slides – 122
I’m sure you’ll agree there’s many reasons why people want to develop their public speaking and presenting skills. What’s yours? If you’re a regular listener to my show, you will have heard lots of different techniques to help you to become a more confident and compelling speaker. I really hope...
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Public speaking and presenting habits to avoid – Turning your back on the audience – 121
I’m sure you’ll agree there’s many reasons why people want to develop their public speaking and presenting skills. What’s yours? If you’re a regular listener to my show, you will have heard lots of different techniques to help you to become a more confident and compelling speaker. I really hope...
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Developing your listening skills to be a more effective communicator – 120
“When you talk, you are only repeating what you already know. But if you listen, you may learn something new.” It was none other than The Dalai Lama who shared this brilliant piece of wisdom. Think about that for a moment. If you’re always doing the talking, you’re never hearing a different...
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Elevating your public speaking skills by stepping out of your comfort zone – 119
Elevate your public speaking skills by stepping out of your comfort zone. Public speaking is like any other skill, the more you do it, the better you will become at it. And wherever you are on your confident communication journey, as you practice speaking in public, you will hone your skills and...
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Five steps to public speaking success – Step five – 118
Welcome to my 5 Steps to public speaking success programme series. The 5 Steps to Public Speaking Success online programme is available to buy now. Find out more by visiting: www.davidalanmurray.com/courses/5-steps-to-public-speaking-success/ Public speaking skills will: Help you stand out and…
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Client Question – What helps to calm your nerves before speaking? – 117
Have you ever stopped to think about what success looks like to you? This is a question I always ask my clients. Whether developing their confident communication skills to deliver presentations, give compelling talks, be successful at job interviews, and much more. Although they have practiced...
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Top tips for running effective meetings – 116
How many meetings have you organised, or participated in where you see people who aren’t engaged? And they’re being distracted by their laptops or phones! It’s almost as if they aren’t even in the meeting. Even though you can see them, right there… sat on the chair. Distracted by whatever is on...
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Five steps to public speaking success – Step four – 115
Welcome to my 5 Steps to public speaking success programme series. The 5 Steps to Public Speaking Success online programme is available to buy now. Find out more by visiting: www.davidalanmurray.com/courses/5-steps-to-public-speaking-success/ Public speaking skills will: Help you stand out and…
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Using feedback to elevate your public speaking skills – 114
Elevate your public speaking skills by asking for and receiving feedback. Public speaking is like any other skill, the more you do it, the better you will become at it. This means your talks and presentations will be more structured, your audience will connect with you, and you will feel more...
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Telling memorable stories – 113
If you're a regular listen to this show, you will already be aware that stories are an important ingredient of confident communication. When sharing stories within your talks and presentations, there are some things you will want to avoid and some things you will want to include to ensure they…
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Five steps to public speaking success – Step three – 112
Welcome to my 5 Steps to public speaking success programme series. The 5 Steps to Public Speaking Success online programme is available to buy now. Find out more by visiting: www.davidalanmurray.com/courses/5-steps-to-public-speaking-success/ Public speaking skills will: Help you stand out and…
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Dealing with last minute nerves before speaking in public – 111
Before presenting at work, sharing a talk on stage or communicating an important message, it’s natural to feel nervous. However, if we allow our nerves to go unchecked, they can build up and lead to tension in the body. Especially in those moments just before we want to communicate with…
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How to add humour to your talks and presentations without being a comedian – 110
Adding humour into your talks and presentations is a great way to bring attention to the point you are making. And helps your listeners to better remember it. And if you're feeling anxious, adding a little humour into your talks and presentations, will help you to relax. As you will feel more...
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Five steps to public speaking success – Step two – 109
Welcome to my 5 Steps to public speaking success programme series. The 5 Steps to Public Speaking Success online programme is available to buy now. Find out more by visiting: www.davidalanmurray.com/courses/5-steps-to-public-speaking-success/ Public speaking skills will: Help you stand out and…
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Ways in which public speaking is good for your business – 108
When you hear the words “public speaking”, I bet you imagine You or someone else, standing on a stage, maybe with a microphone, and delivering a talk or giving a presentation. If you do picture this, you are right, but this is only part of the story. Did you know the skills you develop in public...
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Tips for public speaking and presenting beginners – 107
When you’re new to public speaking and presenting, it can seem like there’s a lot to take in. And sometimes it can feel difficult to know where to begin. That’s why in today’s episode I share with you two tips for public speaking and presenting beginners. * The first tip is ‘The power of saying…
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Five steps to public speaking success – Step one – 106
Welcome to my 5 Steps to public speaking success programme series. The 5 Steps to Public Speaking Success online programme is available to buy now. Find out more by visiting: www.davidalanmurray.com/courses/5-steps-to-public-speaking-success/ Public speaking skills will: Help you stand out and…
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How to give yourself the best chance of public speaking and presenting success – 105
When it comes to preparing for your next talk or presentation. I believe there’s two things you can do to give yourself the best chance of success. One of them will probably sound obvious to you. If you do it, you will sound more polished. And your audience will find your message clearer and…
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Speaking with confidence in meetings – 104
Does the thought of speaking up in meetings fill you with dread? Do you keep quiet, never contributing for fear of being judged? If this resonates with you, you’re not alone. Many people find meetings a daunting experience and, as a result, end up staying silent. Though this may feel like the…
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Mindfulness technique to use when feeling anxious before presenting – 103
I’m sure you can look back at a presentation you’ve delivered, and recall in the build up to it, how it made you feel. Or perhaps you’re looking ahead to delivering your next presentation, and when you do this, it makes you feel a certain way too. Everyone feels differently in the build up to a...
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Two goals to elevate your public speaking skills – 102
Can you believe it’s the start of another year. Have you set any public speaking goals that you want to achieve this coming year? Whether you’re beginning your journey or already have experience of speaking in public. It’s good to set some goals that you can aim for. These can help you to become...
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Three public speaking resolutions for beginners – 101
So it’s the start of another year. Have you set any public speaking goals that you want to achieve this year? Whether you’re starting out in your public speaking career or a seasoned professional, It’s good to set some public speaking goals that you can aim for. These can help you to become a…
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Celebrating one hundred episodes and busting common public speaking myths – 100
Welcome to episode 100 of Public Speaking with me David Murray. A BIG thank you to YOU my listeners for tuning into the show. When I launched Public Speaking with David Murray, this was my intention. As someone who was previously anxious about speaking in public, I wanted to share the tools and...
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Overcoming last minute nerves before online or face to face presentations – 099
Before presenting at work, sharing a talk on stage or communicating an important message online, it’s natural to feel nervous. In those moments just before we want to present with confidence, it's natural for the nerves to build up at that point. This can have the effect of making us feel even…
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Why it’s good to learn the rules of public speaking and then break them – 098
If you’ve listened to my show regularly you would have heard lots of tools and techniques to help you communicate with confidence. I really hope you’ve found them useful. Whether that be to communicate more effectively at work, deliver better presentations, or be more confident when speaking in...
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Client question – Is it OK to use notes when presenting? – 097
A client of mine was preparing to deliver a presentation at work. And they were planning to use notes when they did this. But they worried it would make them look less prepared in front of their colleagues. And this might be viewed negatively by them. They asked me this question: 'Is it OK to use...
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Communicate with confidence using non-verbal communication skills – 096
Whenever you communicate, are you just using your words to get your point across? Whether you are having a conversation with one person, or sharing a message with many, so much of what you say isn’t just through your words, but also how you are saying it. This is through your non-verbal...
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Communicate with confidence online – making your point – 095
When you are on a video conference call, attending virtual events, or connecting with people online. It can be difficult to get your point across in the same way as you would be able to if you were meeting in person. Looking into the camera or the screen on your computer. Can make you feel…
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Communicate with confidence online – using eye contact – 094
When you are on a video conference call, attending virtual events, or connecting with people online. It can be difficult to get your point across in the same way as you would be able to if you were meeting in person. Looking into the camera or the screen on your computer. Can make you feel…
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Communicate with confidence online – using the camera – 093
When you are on a video conference call, attending virtual events, or connecting with people online. It can be difficult to get your point across in the same way as you would be able to if you were meeting in person. Looking into the camera or the screen on your computer. Can make you feel…
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Let’s Speak! with Sean Smith: The importance of effective communication in the workplace – 092
Allow me to introduce you to my guest Sean Smith. Sean is a key a worker in private social care and is a keen marathon runner. He works in a unique and challenging environment, and talks about the importance of effective communication in the workplace. Sean also talks about his passion for…
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Client Question – Top tips on how to prepare for delivering a best man speech? – 091
A client of mine was preparing to deliver a best man speech at their friend’s wedding. And they asked me: “What are my top tips on how to prepare for delivering a best man speech?”. In today’s episode I answer this client question: “What are my top tips on how to prepare for delivering a best man...
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How to use your voice for greater impact when you communicate – 090
Whether you’re presenting at work, having a conversation, recording an online video tutorial or sharing a story. It’s not only what you say that’s important, but how you say it. That’s why in this episode I share with you how to use your voice for greater impact when you communicate. * The first...
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Mindfulness technique to use when you feel overwhelmed before public speaking – 089
Public speaking can be scary. Even the most experienced public speakers will tell you that they get nervous before giving a talk. But if you're not careful, the nerves can take over and make you feel unprepared and even cause you to panic. Which means you can rush through your talk and don’t feel...
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Step 5 of 5 Steps to Public Speaking Success – 088
Welcome to my 5 steps to public speaking success programme series. The 5 Steps to Public Speaking Success online programme is available to buy now. Find out more by visiting: www.davidalanmurray.com/courses/5-steps-to-public-speaking-success/ Public speaking skills will: ◦ Help you stand out and...
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Client question – Top tips for the best chance of success at a job interview? – 087
A client of mine was preparing for a job interview and asked me this question. “What would be my top tip to give them the best chance of success at the job interview?” I actually had three tops tips that I could share with them. In today’s episode I answer this client question: “What are my top...
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A public speaking skill to help you connect with your audience – 086
Imagine you're going to deliver a talk or presentation. You’re part of an event where there’s others speakers who are taking to the stage. And sharing their talk, their presentation before you get to share yours. So you’re not going to speak first, you're somewhere in the middle or at the end of...
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Step 4 of 5 Steps to Public Speaking Success – 085
Welcome to my 5 steps to public speaking success programme series. The 5 Steps to Public Speaking Success online programme is available to buy now. Find out more by visiting: www.davidalanmurray.com/courses/5-steps-to-public-speaking-success/ Public speaking skills will: ◦ Help you stand out and...
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In focus! Developing listening skills to be a more effective communicator – 084
“When you talk, you are only repeating what you already know. But if you listen, you may learn something new.” It was none other than The Dalai Lama who shared this brilliant piece of wisdom. Think about that for a moment. If you’re always doing the talking, you’re never hearing a different...
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As someone who was once anxious about speaking in public, my intention was to create a podcast where I could share the tools and techniques I’ve discovered and applied throughout my own confident communication journey, with you. I also invite inspiring guests, and together we explore how communication shapes their work and lives.I hope you find the podcast useful, and if you do, subscribe and take the next step to your public speaking confidence by joining my upcoming coaching events.
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David Murray: Public Speaker and Public Speaking Coach
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