From Timid to Powerful: Transforming Technical Experts into Confident Speakers with Mark Robinson

Unlocking Presentation Mastery with Mark Robinson: From Technical Expert to Influential Speaker Summary In this episode of Present Influence, host John Ball chats with speaking coach and presentation skills expert Mark Robinson about transforming technical experts into compelling speakers. Mark offers insights on avoiding detail overload, the power of storytelling, and the significance of stage presence. They discuss practical tips for confident communication, from structuring content and practicing effectively to using advanced techniques like 'star moments.' This conversation is essential for anyone looking to enhance their presentation skills and make their messages memorable. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Present Influence 00:05 Meet Mark Robinson: Transforming Technical Communication 01:50 The Importance of Clear Messaging for Technical Experts 05:04 Overcoming Stage Fright: Mark's Personal Journey 10:14 The Power of Practice and Preparation 16:08 Advanced Presentation Skills and Techniques 18:43 Using Hand Movements in Presentations 19:06 Controlling Unconscious Movements 22:20 The Power of Storytelling 24:59 Encouraging Personal Stories 32:31 Creating Memorable Presentations 35:09 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Go to presentinfluence.com to take the Speaker StrengthsFinder Quiz and discover your greatest strengths as a speaker as well as where to focus for growth. For speaking enquiries or to connect with me, you can email john@presentinfluence.com or find me on LinkedIn You can find all our clips, episodes and more on the Present Influence YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PresentInfluence Thanks for listening, and please give the show a 5* review if you enjoyed it.