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Can Do Dave - Kitchen Cupboards

Are you sick of the kitchen clutter. John has an issue with his kitchen cupdoards.

Public Speaking Tip# 18 Humour -Use it Wisely

Humour can be a very powerful weapon in public speaking but you must use it wisely. TRANSCRIPT: Ya havin’ a laugh? Don’t under estimate the power of humour in public speaking. When used effectively it’s a very powerful weapon in your speaking arsenal. But be careful not to overdo it. Remember you’re trying to convey your message not be a comedian. But why is humour so important? It work on a number of levels - firstly it can break the tension if you’re anxious when you get up to speak - a funny little story can help break the ice. 2nd It will humanise you - many speakers can come across as pompous and aloof. but if you tell a story at your expensive it will help win the audience over. 3rd a shared laugh - it will form a bond between you and the audience. Humour helps keep the audience engaged - listening to a 30 45 or 60 minute speech can be hard work - a laugh will energise them and heighten their awareness. If your subject is heavy and emotional an appropriate funny story can give your listener some light relief. A little known point is people remember things better in a humorous environment . Laughter has been shown to improve memory and cognitive function. But don’t set yourself up for a fall - never start with “Now here’s a funny story..” or you’re going to laugh at this…” never launch into humour that way. Just tell your story - if they think it’s amusing they’ll laugh if it falls flat you just press on. and remember not to try that story next time. It might surprise you that it doesn’t really matter how much effort you put into carefully worded speeches no matter how fantastic content your audience will forget most of what you said by the time they walk out of the door. ― Maya Angelou American poet and civil rights activist once said “people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” So your aim is to make them feel motivated, inspired, entertained, amused, wanting to take action. If you achieve that your job is done.

Can Do Dave - Word Confusion Big Large For Fore & Four There & Their

Is that "Big" or "Large"? Size confusion at it's best. Why are so many words confused with each other?

Can Do Dave - The Safety Culture

Who is the one in danger? They're all in Hi Vis Vests! Which one do we look out for?

Public Speaking Tip #24 The Heckler

The talk is going brilliantly - then a heckler starts interjecting. What do you do? TRANSCRIPT: One of the big fears in public speaking is the fear of being interrupted by a heckler. You’ve done all the hard work prepared perfectly, the talk is going brilliantly then out of nowhere someone starts throwing in comments. What do you do? First line of attack is just to ignore - in the most part the heckler will be happy with their effort and then shut up. But what if they don’t. Often as not the audience will spring to your aid and shush the interjector and make them feel unwelcome. Remember 99% of the audience are on your side and want you to succeed so they won’t welcome the interjections either. Engaging in light banter will often just encourage them to continue , keep your calm and your dignity - and keep your mind on your speech. If they continue to talk - you just keep on with your presentation - remember you have the microphone - they can all hear you - usually the interjector realising they are having no impact will just shut up. Comedians are renowned for loving to be heckled - it gives them some of their best material - but be warned - unless you are a professional comedian don’t try to win the battle with humour it could fall horribly flat - and worse the heckler might be funnier than you are. Always maintain your dignity - if the heckle deserves a response - suggest you will speak to them after the talk or get them to email you - and then get back quickly to your speech. I can honestly say in literally thousands of public addresses I’ve been heckled half a dozen times at the most so don’t overthink it. Being prepared and having a plan to handle heckling will help your nerves ,even though it may never happen. Preparation in public speaking is the key to success

A Man Called Possum Podcast -

A Man Called Possum by Max Jones is soon to become an audiobook narrated by Graeme Goodings. It's the remarkable story of a man who "went bush" in 1928 and lived alone along the banks of the River Murray. For 54 year he roamed up and down the Murray sleeping in hollowed out tree trunks, surviving on fish and native wildlife.

Can Do Dave - Talking While Driving Not Paying Attention

Do you know someone who looks at their passenger when talking while driving? Why? Johnno and I discuss the why and the implications.

Public Speaking Tip #17 To Apologise or not Apologise

In public speaking should you apologise if things aren't going to plan? TRANSCRIPT: Have you ever heard a speaker take to the stage and immediately start apologising. Sorry I’m a bit late. I apologise if some of the slides are out of order I had to rush. I’m sorry if I stumble I’m very nervous. An apology sets a negative tone that will spread around the room and sets you up as the victim. and nobody wants to be lectured to by someone who portrays themselves as a victim. What to do instead: Start on a positive upbeat note, as if nothing is wrong. even if behind the scenes there is a problem   This communicates that you're cool under pressure--the opposite of being a victim. Don’t apologise if you leave out some information chances are your audience will have no idea and you can always go back and add that information later. If you stumble just press on - an apology just draws attention to you mistake. Unless you need to correct a fact or number, there is no point dwelling on errors that probably only you noticed. and definitely don’t apologise for something that is totally out of your control.. A jet flies over head drowning out your voice - not your fault - why say sorry? Better to make light of it with a touch of humour “I learned never to try to compete with an angry Jumbo jet” and move on. There are exceptions to every rule and if you have to apologise do it decisively and quickly move on. People come to listen to positive, motivated and informational speakers - don’t let an apology riddled talk dilute your impact.

Can Do Dave - Panic Shopping - For a weekend?

What do you think about panic shopping? Is it necessary or stupidity?

Biz Adelaide - Spending Made Easy

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