discovering your delivery style

DISCOVERING YOUR OWN

DELIVERY STYLE

We’re a� unique.

We each have our own way of speaking, walking, dancing, eating, and even how we approach presentations.

Some believe presentations are meant to be en-tertaining, while others think it’s the information

delivery that matters most.

Regardless, there’s a great presenter inside all of us and channeling this is just a matter of finding the most comfortable style and running with it.

unique.Because the most powerful thing you can be in a presentation is

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This isn’t to say you shouldn’t pick up a few things from some talented speakers.

Having some presentation role models is a great way to learn what you’re capable of.

So as we go through some delivery styles try to picture yourself physically giving a presentation using one of them.

Styles ofDELIVERY

COACH

HOST

HEADLINER

TEACHER

Most likely, you’ll find yourself drawn to a specific one, but you might also find another that mentions traits you exhibit.

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TeacherDo you like telling stories, recapping an event or summarizing an episode of a TV show?

The ability to tell a story in any capacity is a gift and an indicator of being a teacher-style presenter.

The teacher is a storyteller skilled in listening to an audience, getting a feel for the room and

adjusting accordingly.

They have a natural tendency to inform their peers about certain things and delve deep

into discussions.

Teacher Examples

SIMON SINEK Author/Motivational Speaker

DAVID ROSEVenture Capitalist/Entrepreneur

SETH GODINAuthor/Marketer

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What does the host of a party do? They make you feel safe.

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A good host, presentation-wise, is flexible, able to read people and build credibility.

The host makes themselves relatable and cre-ates a comfortable, enjoyable environment

meant to inspire their audience while gaining their trust and respect.

Ho� Examples

SCOTT HARRISON Founder and CEO of Charity: Water

GUY KAWASAKI Motivational Speaker/Entrepreneur

BRENÉ BROWNAuthor/Research Professor

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Are you naturally competitive and extremely passionate?

Coach

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The coach is a leader and a thinker, meaning they don’t just inspire, but motivate their audiences.

They enjoy pumping up their friends, team and colleagues to do something big because they

aim to see results.

Coach Examples

JIMMY VALVANOCollege Basketball Coach/Professional Broadcaster

ADMIRAL WILLIAM MCRAVENNinth commander of U.S. Special Operations Command

LES BROWNMotivational Speaker/Former Politician

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Are you the life of the party? Do you like to entertain your family, friends and co-workers by making them laugh?

Headliner

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Being a headliner in the presentation world is all about inspiring and delivering an entertaining

message for the audience.

The headliner craves attention, but not in a neg-ative way. They use their powers for good to

lead their audiences.

Headliner Examples

AZIZ ANSARIComedian/Writer

BILL CLINTONFormer U.S. President

MAYA ANGELOUPoet

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If you don’t fall into one of these categories, do not be alarmed because people are never just one type of presenter.

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sound like you?Notice any style that

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These styles are to simply give you a sense of direction, not exclude you from anything.

Knowing how to present is important, but presenting based on your strengths is crucial.

You’ll be more comfortable speaking if you know that you’re naturally good at it.

So, if you have an idea of your presentation style, what do you do next?

Practice.

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