Do you want to be a powerful communicator? Consider adjusting your inner monologue and speaking from a place of integrity.
Julian Treasure's Ted Talk "How to speak so that people want to listen" points out four key tactics to improve your communication skills.
According to Treasure, people are more likely to listen when you are true to your word and walk the talk.
In his Ted Talk Julian Treasure points out what he considers are fundamentals to build credibility when you speak.
If you want your speech to be powerful and make change in the world, try Treasure's recommended approaches.
- Be Honest. Straight and clear language makes people pay attention.
- Be Authentic. Be yourself, stand in your own truth.
- Speak with Integrity. doing what you say, living by your word.
- Speak with Love. Honesty tempered with love is a powerful way to change the world.
Would you like to get in touch with your inner voice? Try this short mindfulness exercise with Mary Jorgensen on Akimboo.
Photo of talking woman by Parker Deen