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As public speakers, what do you think of when you hear Go for the Gold? Anything is possible…for starters. That’s because you’re right—it is! Especially when you factor in these variables including your

  1. Needs assessment
  2. Room set-up
  3. Confidence level
  4. Stage Presence
  5. Microphone options
  6. Volume
  7. Intonation
  8. Rate
  9. Non-verbal language (gestures, eye-connection)
  10. Delivery
  11. Repetition
  12. Transitions
  13. Questions
  14. Interaction
  15. Message Clarity
  16. Slides and/or props (if necessary)
  17. Timing
  18. Practice
  19. Summary
  20. Call to Action
  21. Primacy
  22. Recency
  23. Feedback
  24. Storytelling

This list represents some of  the major requirements of any effective speech or presentation, but you can certainly add on to this list as needed, based on your particular situation. Going for the Gold is one expectation you may have but you may have other or different expectations as well. This list represents a good starting place especially if you’re unsure where to begin.

If you or members of your staff would like my assistance with any of these aspects…please ask me and I’ll be happy to help. Please reach out to me in a convenient way for you and we can schedule a phone call, email, virtual meeting or face-to-face meeting.  Let me know what is best for you and get you the results you need to Go for the Gold!