{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Confessions Of A Public Speaker: The 5 Sins You Never Want to Commit on Stage {Featuring Aurora Gregory}","description":"In this episode of the Whiskey and Work Podcast, Kelsey sits down with Speaker Coach and Business Strategist, Aurora Gregory. They discuss the importance of public speaking skills in various aspects of life and business, the most common mistakes people make during public speaking, as well as strategies for managing nervousness before a speaking event. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one \u2014 you\u2019re going to want to take some notes!  What we\u2019re talking about\u2026   Aurora\u2019s  expertise in coaching speakers and business strategy Aurora's book "Get Picked: Tips, Tricks, and Tools for Creating an Irresistible Speaker Proposal." Strategies for managing nervousness before speaking engagements Aurora's approach of making new friends in the audience to reduce anxiety Acknowledgment of nervousness as a common experience among speakers The \u201c5 Sins\u201d people make during public speaking Importance of matching movements with the message and practicing pauses Emphasis on slides as visual aids and guides, not substitutes for the speaker Advice on editing slides ruthlessly and focusing on key points for audience retention Recommending speakers to focus on solving one specific problem in their presentations Narrowing down the topic to provide actionable content and engage the audience effectively Aurora's expertise in addressing common mistakes that hinder connection with the audience Reading slides verbatim during presentations, leading to disengagement To learn more or connect with Aurora, visit the links below!  A {free} Tool or Two!  Did someone say free? Yup that\u2019s right. Kelsey\u2019s here to help with a few free tools to help launch your business and creative ideas! Click the links to start your journey.  How To Plan Your Business The Coaches Pricing Calculator  The Coaches Workshop: A \u201cFramework\u201d fFor How To Be An Exceptional Coach & Create Consistent Monthly Income   Links Mentioned   Aurora Gregory\u2019s Website Aurora Gregory\u2019s Instagram Kelsey Murphy\u2019s Website  Kelsey Murphy\u2019s Instagram    ","author_name":"Whiskey & Work Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/whiskeyandwork.libsyn.com\/website","html":"