Let’s face it. Public speaking can be intimidating, especially if it’s not something you’ve done before. But it doesn’t have to be frightening and it doesn’t have to be difficult. Red Banyan’s public speaker training experts will share our speaker training and tips and tricks so that your preparation is comprehensive, and your confidence levels are high.
Our public speaking consultants know how to boost your media savvy, teach you what kind of questions to expect, how to frame your mission statement, and what to do if the conversation begins to head in a direction where you don’t want to go. Have you ever talked about a subject in front of a live camera? Seeing a camera lens pointed in your direction can be unsettling if you don’t know what to expect and are unprepared.
Red Banyan’s media training services will provide your company with the tools it needs to successfully handle any public speaking occasion with positive results. Our media training experts will provide you with the training so that you have a thorough understanding of what the media wants and needs.
Mastering the Art of Communication
When it comes to public speaking, not all words are created equal. An effective public speaker needs to know what to say and how to say it succinctly and clearly. Our speaker training experts will teach you how to communicate effectively, help you craft a clear and central message with appropriate details that will support your message and explain your points.
Our PR consultants will also make sure your speeches are informative, interesting and on-point. We will also help you figure out the best way to navigate any problems and assist you in devising a pathway around these delicate areas. It’s important to consider the purpose of your presentation. Are you trying to persuade, simply present facts or support a particular narrative? Our media relations professionals can help determine the best way to convey your message and help you select details you will need to make your presentation convincing.
Mastering the art of communication doesn’t have to be difficult and it can actually be fun. Our PR coaches will work with you so that you are comfortable and confident speaking before crowds. We help you come up with a plan so you are prepared for any turn of events and can proceed with confidence and composure.
Public Speaking Coaching
Are you a confident public speaker who knows what to say and how to say it? Do you know how to capture an audience’s attention, captivate your listeners and hold their attention? If the answer is “no,” then you’re not alone. Good public speaking comes through practice. Red Banyan’s PR consultants have the background, skills and expertise to coach you to success.
If you can’t hold an audience’s attention, you will never get your organization’s message across. We will teach you how to provide interesting and informative quotes, think on your feet and be unafraid to face a camera. Our media relations professionals will share tips for the best outcome and help you outline the key points of the message you must convey.
The key to success is preparation and public speaking skills come through practice. We can help you with speech delivery, speech analysis and audience analysis. Did you know that body language is also an important part of your on-camera skills? Our communications experts will teach you how to think on your feet, keep focused on your core messages and reply in ways that put your company in the best light possible.
Overcome Your Fear of Public Speaking
Stage fright. Who hasn’t felt those butterflies when it’s time to take the floor and start talking? It’s easy to let your worst fears get the best of you. Our public speaking consultants will teach you how to prepare for a public speaking engagement so you’re never afraid to speak up when it’s your turn to take the floor. The key to success is preparation, preparation, preparation. If you have a plan, you can follow the plan, no matter what happens when the questions begin to fly.
Here are a few tips to help overcome any fear of public speaking: First of all, know your topic. It’s essential to have a solid understanding of what you are going to talk about. That way no one can trip you up.
Second, make sure you are organized. It’s too easy to get confused when you are speaking publicly if you don’t have all your ducks in order. Third, practice, practice, practice. It’s true that practice makes perfect, so make sure you are prepared.
Fourth, visualize your success. If you can see it in your head, you are more likely to achieve it in real life. Fifth. Breathe. Yes, take a deep breath. It’s important to remain calm, so you can see and think clearly. Unnerved by the stony stares from audience members? Focus on your material, not your audience. And lastly, don’t fear silence. It can be effective and powerful. Take your time and proceed when you have something to say.
Media Training Essentials
Do you know how to be an active listener? Did you know that body language and eye contact are essential parts of successful public speaking? Red Banyan’s communications experts will conduct mock interviews with you so they can assess your public speaking skills and give you customized tips on how to up your game.
Our team of communications experts includes former journalists so rest assured, they know how to prepare you for an interview because they have been the interviewer in the past. Our crisis PR consultants know how important it is to be honest and will coach you how to answer the tough questions and how to respond if you can’t provide an answer on the spot.
Always have a complete understanding of your topic and prepare answers ahead of time for a range of possible questions that could arise. Our PR professionals can also help you choose the best spokesperson possible so your message is funneled through a single source so your organization can retain control on messaging. Media spokesperson training is valuable to any organization that has a story to tell or a product or service to sell.