Speakers – what impressions do audiences form about you and your personality when you share ideas from the podium?

Do they see the ‘real you’ or do you hold back a bit by playing things more safely – perhaps giving the impression that you want to be seen as more serious, buttoned up, or part of the pack versus fun or different?

And does it matter? Do audiences pay attention to personality and does it influence whether/how they engage with you and your impact as a speaker?

The short answer is yes, on all counts.

As the acclaimed leadership writer John Maxwell’s put it so well:

“People may hear your words, but they feel your attitude”

Your personality, foibles and all, counts, is core to who you are, and will sway audience perceptions of how trustworthy and likeable you are…

…Together with the likelihood that they’ll heed your words and remember what you say.

And it’s this fascinating topic that I address in today’s expert interview with social media coach, speaker, co-author of Facebook Marketing All-in-One for Dummies, and stand up comedienne Andrea Vahl.

Lean in as we talk about the power and possibilities of sharing your personality and sense of humour with others – from the podium and in your conversations with others online.

Why It Pays to Let Your Personality Shine Through as a Speaker

Listen in as we discuss:
• How revealing your unique goodness can transform how audiences respond to you
• The power of using characters to help your audiences get your messages, fun style
• How entertainment with a point can help your audience to learn more
• 3 Reasons why it pays to share your personality online as well as offline
• How a fear of making mistakes can rob you of awesome audience connection
• Why adding humour to your communication can help you to create more viral messages
• Lessons speakers can learn from the world of stand up comedy
• Why a willingness to share honest thoughts about the mistakes you make or slices of your life can create remarkably powerful conversations online
• And more

Your Turn

What’s your stance on sharing your fun side with audiences? Are you a fan?

And who would make your list of the most enjoyable speakers you’ve ever heard and why?

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