Episode 392 - 92 Beats Per Minute, Pacing Your Words When You Speak - Are Your Podcast Listeners Keeping Up With YouImportance of a Listenable SpeedHaving a listenable speed when speaking in public, on stage, or in a podcast is crucial for several reasons:Speaking Too Slow:Boredom: Listeners may lose interest if the pace is too slow, as it can make the content seem dull or unengaging.Disengagement: The audience might start thinking about other things, reducing their focus on the speaker's messageSpeaking Too Fast:Confusion: Rapid speech can make it difficult for listeners to follow the message, leading to confusion or misunderstanding.Overwhelm: If the pace is too fast, listeners might feel overwhelmed, which can result in them tuning out or losing interestAchieving a Pleasing SpeedTo ensure a pleasing speed, it's essential to practice varying your pace according to the content and audience. Using pauses strategically can also enhance engagement and comprehensionRecording yourself and listening back can help identify areas where your pace might need adjustment to better engage your audienceSources:https://www.vipprotocol.ca/resources/find-your-flow-the-ideal-speaking-pacehttps://www.voiceovers.com/blog/how-many-words-per-minute-voice-overResource: A List of songs by beats per minute (bpm)https://cs.uwaterloo.ca/~dtompkin/music/bpm/92.html___https://howtopodcast.ca/original Publish date: March 5, 2025