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Podium Related Topics 
Podium vs. Lectern
Manner of Speaking
MARCH 10, 2012
Rather, it’s about the distinction between two mainstays of public speaking: the podium and the lectern. A podium (pl. podiums or podia) is the raised platform on which the speaker stands to deliver his or her speech. “Podium” is derived from the Greek word ???? It is important to make the distinction between a lectern and a podium. And yet, many people say “podium” when they are actually referring to a lectern.
Lessons from the Podium
Manner of Speaking
JUNE 3, 2012
Cohen, author of Lessons from the Podium , kindly sent me a copy of his book. Lessons from the Podium is a quick read. I don’t think that seasoned speakers will find much that is novel in L essons from the Podium. Last year, Stephen D.
Recommended: THNKR: PODIUM YouTube Channel
Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
SEPTEMBER 18, 2012
The public speaking channel (called PODIUM) is described as Embracing oration & those with something to say. I’ve just come across a fabulous Channel on YouTube. THNKR posts original videos in four sub-categories: on books, prodigies, thought leaders and public speaking. From historic political speeches, to contemporary commencement addresses, to wedding toasts, the series explores [.]. Business Communication Public Speaking Speechwriting YouTube
The Difference Between Lecterns and Podiums
Executive Speech Coach
MAY 9, 2012
Lecterns versus Podiums Many people confuse the words “lectern”, “podium”, “rostrum”, and “dais”. A podium is a raised platform on which a speaker stands during a presentation. To remember podium think podiatrist - which is a foot doctor.
Step away from the Podium
Green Room Speakers
OCTOBER 26, 2011
Podiums create distance between you and the audience. From the Green Room: Whenever possible, step away from the podium. And even if you need to speak with a lectern, take a lesson from Romney and practice without the podium. Romney debate step away from the podium lectern
Speechwriting — Success Behind the Podium with Barbie Tootle
Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
JULY 7, 2014
Barbie Tootle is President of Left Field Consulting, which provides freelance writing services, consultation in communication strategies, and training in creativity and personal development. She researches and writes speeches for CEOs and senior officers in the corporate world, non-profits, and higher education. Barbie also writes scripts for large events and videos. She is story editor […]. Speechwriting Ohio State University
How to keep the Podium and Microphone from Disrupting your Speech | Public Speaking
TJ Walker Interactive
SEPTEMBER 18, 2013
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Should You Speak Behind a Lectern?
Executive Speech Coach
MAY 16, 2012
podium confidence business presentations public speaking lectern effective executive speakingMaybe. I suggest you do not use a lectern. Standing away from the lectern exposes your full body to the view of the audience. You appear more vulnerable, open and trustworthy. The added benefit is that you also appear more powerful and confident with your message. How Can You Use a Lectern Effectively? It is helpful to have a stand on which to put your notes.
Cigar PEG 2011 Presents Pirates of the Podium
TJ Walker Interactive
JULY 11, 2011
Uncategorized Cigar PEG 2011 Pirates of the PodiumParty Information: [link] Join the Cigar PEG: [link].
Do You “Own Your Podium”?
Speaker Launcher
MARCH 5, 2010
Team Canada’s theme was “Own The Podium&#. As speakers, we need to own our podium. Next time you enter your meeting room, tell yourself “I’m owning this podium!&#.
Public Speaking for Fun and Profit
Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
NOVEMBER 21, 2016
While there are many Toastmasters and National Speakers Association members who speak for fun and profit, none can touch the stellar earnings that retired (but not retiring) politicians can rake in at the podium.
Round. Nick Clegg’s Conference Speech Problem
The Presenter's Blog
SEPTEMBER 27, 2012
Nick Clegg of the British Liberal Democratic Party, chose yesterday to forgo the stage for his leader’s speech at the Party Convention and to instead speak from a little round podium that had been placed in amongst the audience.
Overcoming the fear of public speaking
Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
OCTOBER 9, 2013
Hitting the ball, or hitting the podium, [.]. There was a thorough overview of ways to overcome a fear of public speaking in Tuesday’s FT. They advise that practice makes all the difference. I agree.
Share your accidents (& saves) on the podium
The Eloquent Woman
JANUARY 27, 2010
They don't happen all that often, but sometimes accidents do happen to speakers up on the podium , in full view of the audience--or right before they go on.
From stuttering to speaker’s podium
Executive Speech Coach
APRIL 17, 2009
From stuttering to speaker’s podium Reported in The Oakville Beaver Author Charles Marcus of Oakville stuttered so much growing up, he could barely utter a few words — sometimes not speaking at all for long periods.
How to Use a Lectern or Podium When Giving a Speech | Public Speaking Training
TJ Walker Interactive
NOVEMBER 5, 2013
Uncategorized public speaking training
The lonely podium: How to deal with a hostile audience
Fripp THE Executive Speech Coach
NOVEMBER 5, 2009
The lonely podium: How to deal with a hostile audience. Any article written by my Fripp Associate Ian Griffin is worth reading or reposting. This was first published in a Ragan newsletter. Ian is a fellow Brit and the Past President of The National Speakers Association Northern California chapter. He is a popular presenter at the Ragan Speechwriters Conference which is one of my favorite events to speak at or attend.
3 ways to know if you would benefit from speaker coaching
Joan Detz Speaker Services
MAY 13, 2016
Annotate exactly when you get podium jitters. Ask yourself these 3 questions: Do I spend way too much time preparing my presentations? Do I feel nervous when I get a public speaking invitation? Do I sometimes walk away from a lectern feeling I did less-than-my-best? Keep notes.
6 Ways to Quit Bullet Points with Style
Executive Speech Coach
NOVEMBER 6, 2015
6 Ways to Quit Bullet Points with Style from Podium Wisdom Presentation Tips on Twitter Presentation Skills Club on Facebook Executive Speech Coach , Business presentation tips from George Torok , the Speech Coach for Executives Executive Speech Coach & Business Presentation Skills Expert George Torok www.SpeechCoachforExecutives.com. Practical tips from this slideshow and well illustrated.
Presentation Barriers: Physical
Professionally Speaking...
MARCH 23, 2010
PODIUM. In one of my recent presentation skills training classes, a participant asked my opinion about using a podium, asserting that he felt a podium conveyed authority. Using a podium or lectern cuts off 50 plus per cent of most people's bodies.
CEOs return to podium - On the other side of all that
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
APRIL 4, 2010
So, Chief Executive Officers, reports THE WALL STREET JOURNAL, have returned to the podium. Their trust in the recovery is there. Again, they will be addressing audiences, especially employees. But, what should be their tone and content on the other side of all that fear and uncertainty of The Great Recession? Actually, there is no one model. The monolith of public speaking by top executives is no more.
Queen Rania and Public Speaking – 7 Lessons
Matt Eventoff
JULY 10, 2012
4) Notes – I have watched Queen Rania present where it is evident that there are written notes (or a speech) on the podium. The Queen also tends to favor standing behind the podium (at least in the majority of speeches I have watched). Queen Rania and Public Speaking – 7 Lessons.
5 Surprising Ways to Calm Your Pre-Presentation Jitters
Matt Eventoff
MARCH 1, 2014
Before you step up to the podium, close your eyes and picture yourself giving a great speech – maybe even imagine a standing ovation. What do Winston Churchill, Warren Buffet and John F. Kennedy have in common?
Seven Trends to Make Your Presentation Pop
SketchBubble
JUNE 22, 2015
We can all envision it—the old-school presenter standing behind a podium in front of a sleepy audience reading a PowerPoint slideshow in a monotone voice. “15%
Remember your successes to build speaking confidence
Speak Schmeak
JUNE 25, 2013
Then they stood behind a podium and delivered a five-minute speech, while an evaluator in the audience intermittently winced and rolled her eyes. Here''s a simple trick for mustering up some confidence before your next presentation: Recall positive memories of public speaking from your past.
Fear of Public Speaking: A Definitive Guide to Managing and Moving Forward
Matt Eventoff
MAY 1, 2012
Is there a podium? * Pt I of a 3 part series, as seen on CNBC.com. A random internet search for cures for fear of public speaking produces over 2 million results. That is a shame. No matter how many books, courses, DVDs, websites or snake oil salesmen promise to “cure” you of your fear of public speaking; it is never that simple, or that easy. And that is ok.
How to Master Audience Engagement When You Present
Duarte Blog
MARCH 31, 2017
If you stand behind the podium the entire time, you’ll probably be too boring to engage the audience; if you pace like you’re a hungry panther in a zoo cage, you’re going to be distracting. So, work on taming those distracting nervous tics before you take the podium.
Our top 10 posts on women & public speaking for 2016
The Eloquent Woman
DECEMBER 29, 2016
And we wonder why it's tough to get women on the podium? On the blog, the posts you read the most included uncomfortable moments, skills to build, stretch goals, myths, and easy but oft-forgotten tips to make you a more eloquent and comfortable as a speaker.
The Eloquent Woman's weekly speaker toolkit
The Eloquent Woman
DECEMBER 8, 2014
when you''re the introvert on the podium. Fans of The Eloquent Woman on Facebook see links to good reads, resources and ideas from other sources there, in addition to posts from the blog.
Muhammad Ali was not “The Greatest”
Matt Eventoff
MAY 10, 2011
The stage (or podium, or conference center) is not the first time to experiment a new technique without prior practice. . At least not the original “greatest.&#. Muhammed Ali is not only a boxing legend and a historic figure, he is also one of the most famous showman ever. His speaking style, including his wit, amusing quips and flamboyant statements, is easily recognizable to most people. It is also not entirely his own.
Basic Public Speaking Etiquette
Manner of Speaking
JUNE 18, 2010
Joe walks to the podium, shakes Jane’s hand and gives her a warm smile. The next time you give a speech or presentation and are introduced by someone, wait until that person sits down before you start talking. Too often, many speakers overlook this most basic aspect of public speaking etiquette. The result is usually something along the lines of the following scenario: Jane gives a nice introduction to Joe who is giving the main talk.
6 things you might be hiding behind as a public speaker
The Eloquent Woman
APRIL 14, 2016
The podium is what you stand on , aka the platform or stage, no matter what you hear at airline gates Playwright Harold Pinter said, "One way of looking at speech is to say it is a constant stratagem to cover nakedness."
Seven speech-techniques powering Obama’s UN Address
The Presenter's Blog
SEPTEMBER 24, 2014
It was the beginning of the most significant phrase in the speech, and also the one that news networks seized upon to replay in the moments as the Barack Obama stepped down from the podium. by Peter Paskale. Powerful speeches contain powerful content.
How to Master Audience Engagement When You Present
Duarte Blog
MARCH 31, 2017
If you stand behind the podium the entire time, you’ll probably be too boring to engage the audience; if you pace like you’re a hungry panther in a zoo cage, you’re going to be distracting. So, work on taming those distracting nervous tics before you take the podium. Don’t panic, but if you want to engage your audience in a presentation, you have a little less than 9 seconds to make it happen. Recent studies show that the average human attention span is 8.25
The author as performer
Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
JUNE 22, 2009
The reclusive scribe is forced into the public eye to read extracts from the podium to an indifferent audience. For many authors the book tour is a necessary evil. Authors, researchers, accountants - subject matter experts of all kinds find it difficult to speak about their passion in a compelling and engaging manner. These [.].
Got Stagefright? Try This.
Green Room Speakers
OCTOBER 6, 2009
Many of my clients prefer to speak with a podium because "it gives me something to hold on to." You grab hold of the podium and with your hands squeeze as hard as you can. The problem is that there really is no way to hold onto the podium gracefully.
Ed Milliband Conference Speech. Showing how it’s meant to be done!
The Presenter's Blog
OCTOBER 2, 2012
Last week I criticized Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg for being perched on his little podium, a slave to the TV cameras. Congratulations Ed Milliband. The leader of Britain’s Labour Party just delivered what can only be called a barn-stormer of a speech.
Ghazala Khan and the power of not speaking: #CanYouHearUsNow
The Eloquent Woman
AUGUST 4, 2016
One woman on the podium at the Democratic National Convention this year connected with the audience and caused a stir, not by speaking, but by remaining silent. I've shared the photo, above, of the Khans on the podium so you can see the setting, intimidating for any speaker.
A Lesson from Lang Lang
Manner of Speaking
FEBRUARY 20, 2012
In his book, Lessons from the Podium , Steven D. A couple of weeks ago, my daughter, Kristen and I had the good fortune to attend a concert by Lang Lang at Geneva’s Victoria Hall. His performance was terrific. From the light melodies of Bach, to Schubert’s sombre Piano Sonata No. 21, to the moving and energetic Etudes op. 25 by Chopin, he he ld the audience transfixed for two hours.
Be The Eloquent Woman: Workshops in Washington and Oxford
The Eloquent Woman
JANUARY 22, 2014
I''m excited to be launching a new workshop, Be The Eloquent Woman , in two locations: Washington, DC and Oxford, UK. The day-long workshop is designed to help women executives and politicians to improve their public speaking, using smart strategies that build on the information you get right here on the blog.
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