How to Speak Like a TED Talk Speaker - Brenden Kumarasamy

Insight Out : Big Ideas for the Modern Entrepreneur

Episode • May 2, • 39m

This episode of the Insight Out podcast features part 2 of my in-depth discussion with Brenden Kumarasamy, a renowned communication expert and the founder of MasterTalk. a coaching business dedicated to helping executives and business owners become top 1% communicators in their industries.

In Part 2 of our conversation, we dive into the transformative power of empathy in public speaking. Brendan shares a golden nugget: picture yourself talking to a younger you, someone who's walked in your shoes and felt your fears. That's the secret sauce to forging a real connection with your listeners. And if you've ever been mesmerized by Elon Musk's ability to cast a vision that captivates the globe, we've got the scoop on his communication style, the good, the quirky, and how his fame plays into his storytelling prowess.

We don’t stop there! Brendan and I dissect TED Talks, highlighting the thin line between intellectually stimulating and snooze-inducing. We look at how thought leaders like Yuval Noah Harari and Adam Grant master the art of making brainy topics relatable and downright captivating. Plus, we tackle the underestimated role of energy in public speaking – that authentic zest that can magnetize your audience or leave them checking their watches.

And let's not forget the importance of tailoring your message. Knowing your audience is like having a secret map to their hearts and minds, turning a solid talk into an experience they'll carry with them. This episode is brimming with wisdom that could revolutionize your communication game.

So, If you're itching to learn how to engage and move your audience, whether you're a pro at the podium or just stepping into the spotlight, this episode is your golden ticket!

In this episode, you will learn the following:

Importance of empathy in public speaking
Approach to studying TED Talks
Communicating complex ideas in a compelling and relatable manner
Significance of energy in public speaking
Impactful communication and effective public speaking

In This Episode:

(06:45) Criteria for selecting TED talks
(07:40) Effective communication in TED talks
(10:49) Effective storytelling and communication
(14:44) Common mistakes in public speaking
(19:50) Gary Vaynerchuk's speaking style
(23:00) GaryVee's Evolution as a Speaker
(25:00) Alex Hermosa's Rise to Fame
(31:01) Tony Robbins' Mastery of Storytelling
(33:15) Effective Speaker Study Technique

Notable Quotes:

[18:38] “If you don't have the luxury to have a conversation with your audience, study them. Learn what is most important to them, and what they going to want. And then give them what they want.”- Billy

[25:33] “Always communicate the truth that you believe in, even if other people might not agree with you”-Brenden

[28:44] "Empathy is not about speaking to the person you are today but speaking to the person you used to be—the person who was stuck, who didn't know who they wanted to be, who didn't know how to make money, who was sick or was making a lot of mistakes." -Brenden

Resources and Links

Brenden Kumarasamy

Billy Samoa

Mentioned

This is an encore episode and was originally published on May 17, 2024

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