Boost Your Business Speaking with Humor and Authenticity Interview

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I had so much fun shooting this with the fabulous, Corey, and the RVS Small Business Network Show.

You can watch the full episode here: https://rvasbn.com/featured-interviews/boost-your-business-speaking-with-humor-and-authenticity/

Below is a recap:

Welcome to another episode of The RVA Small Business Show with your host Cory Mosley. In today’s segment, we are joined by Stacy Pederson, Speaker Coach, and Funny Motivational Keynote Speaker.

Stacy is a well-known expert who helps speakers add entertainment value to their speeches.

WHEN IT COMES TO AUTHENTICITY, FOR ME, ON STAGE IS BEING COMFORTABLE ENOUGH IN FRONT OF THE AUDIENCE TO MAKE MISTAKES, TO BE MYSELF, TO SHARE MY STORY, TO NOT ACT LIKE I HAVE MY LIFE ALTOGETHER. -STACY PEDERSON

Speaking: More Than Just Words

You’ve probably attended dozens of seminars or business events. Remember that one speech or presentation that had you hooked? The odds are that it wasn’t just the content but the speaker’s delivery that made it memorable. Stacy asserts that public speaking offers an “emotional journey that leads to transformation.”

Transformative, how exactly? By engaging your audience on an emotional level, reinforcing the bond, and guaranteeing that the message doesn’t just stay in the room but lives within them long afterward.

From Accidental Beginnings to Deliberate Successes

Stacy’s venture into speaking, transitioning from acting and clean comedy, underscores an invaluable lesson: Outcomes can be as unexpected as our paths. What began as endeavors in distinct arenas morphed into a powerful blend, demonstrating how merging different skills can create a niche in even saturated markets.

Authenticity: The Speaker’s Secret Weapon

“Be yourself,” Stacy urges speakers and business owners alike. Many speakers tend to assume a persona onstage that diverges from their everyday self, creating an unnecessary barrier. While being energetic and vivacious might enhance your presence, ensuring that your onstage persona reflects your true self is paramount. Vulnerability and authenticity resonate more with audiences than a perfectly polished, impersonal presentation.

Injecting Humor: The Change Agent

But how do speakers, particularly those dealing with drab or dense subjects, mold their message into something captivating? The answer lies in humor. Not necessarily morphing into a stand-up comedian but finding and embracing opportunities for lightness and levity within your speech.

“As simple as incorporating a humorous slide or storytelling with a twist can significantly amplify the audience’s engagement,” Stacy points out. Small batches of humor can fundamentally transform the receptivity and memory retention of your audience, making what could have been a forgettable segment into a highlight.

Craft Over Time

The major takeaway from Stacy’s expertise doesn’t rest solely on the act of speaking itself but addresses a broader strategic question: How do we compellingly tell our story, message, or foster business when constraints loom large? Stacy’s enlightenment here is discerning – time limitations don’t necessarily dilute your speech’s potency. Instead, they demand creativity, focus, and perhaps most importantly, an authentic connection with your narrative and audience.

Whether addressing an audience of 20 or 200, mastering the art of speaking with authenticity and a dash of humor can elevate your message from mundane to memorable. Stacy’s journey and insights furnish a roadmap: embrace your true self, connect emotionally with your audience, and don’t fear humor as a profound vehicle for connection.

Key Takeaways

Authenticity is your ally. Your true self resonates more profoundly than a polished onstage persona.
Humor is a potent tool. It doesn’t require stand-up comedy skills but an openness to incorporating levity into your message.
Embrace your journey. Like Stacy, unexpected paths can lead to fulfilling destinations in both business and onstage endeavors.
Time constraints demand creativity, not compromise. With the right approach, a condensed message can still captivate and inspire.

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