Morgan's 4 Underlying Intents (Aims) to Become an Authentic Speaker

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The ability of communicating authentically (and being perceived as authentic person) is a very important leadership skill. When they possess it, leaders can relatively easily move others to a position they do not currently hold. Without it, cynicism prevails and stakeholders and employees become more refractory. How to deliver an authentic speech and how to be perceived as an authentic person? When preparing for a speech and/or to increase your authenticity, Morgan says that people's natural and unstudied gestures are often indicators of what they will think and say next. That's why he recommends to not focus on specific tricks or gestures, but to tap into the basic impulses underlying your speech. These include 4 powerful "aims" or "intends" which you can actually practice: to be open, to connect, to be passionate, and to listen. THE INTENT TO BE OPEN WITH YOUR AUDIENCE Being open is the first and probably the most important thing to focus on. Because when you close yourself, the (...) Read more? Sign up for free

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		Speaking Authentically Maurice Hogarth, Consultant, United Kingdom, Premium Member
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		Re: Speaking Authentically Chloe Xu, Director, Australia, Premium Member
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		Speaking to Engage Maurice Hogarth, Consultant, United Kingdom, Premium Member
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		Seeking Echo from the Audience Chloe Xu, Director, Australia, Premium Member
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		Becoming a Better Public Speaker Warren Miller, CPA, CFA, United States, Member
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