Why Most Motivational Public Speakers FAIL To Connect (And How to Fix It) | Bill McGowan

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Why Most Motivational Public Speakers FAIL To Connect (And How to Fix It) | Bill McGowan There's a secret ingredient that makes the difference between a forgettable speech and a truly impactful one. Discover the hidden power of connection and learn how to master it, turning you into a captivating speaker that leaves a lasting impression. Why do so many speakers fail to connect, persuade, or leave a lasting impact? In this episode, renowned communication coach and author of Pitch Perfect, Bill McGowan, reveals the key mistakes even seasoned presenters make—and exactly how to fix them. From the power of brevity to avoiding filler words, Bill breaks down how to speak with clarity, confidence, and authenticity. Whether you're giving a TED Talk, pitching to investors, or leading a meeting, these tools will transform the way you communicate. Want to become a more engaging and effective communicator? This video reveals the key to unlocking genuine connection, boosting your confidence and helping you connect with your audience on a deeper level. Learn practical strategies to avoid common pitfalls and become a more impactful speaker. Time stamps 0:00 Introduction to the show and guest 'Bill McGowan' 2:33 The Power of Brevity and Self-Recording 8:29 The Conformity Trap and Finding Authenticity 12:38 Your writing style is designed for the eye, not the ear 16:45 John's anecdote about 'Toastmasters' 22:10 The Art of Communication and the Importance of Intentionality 25:32 John's anecdote with Angela Duckworth 32:20 The Role of Humility and Authenticity in Public Speaking 35:04 The Importance of Data and Context in Presentations 38:13 The Primacy-Recency Effect and Structuring Presentations 42:14 The Role of Filler Words and Speaking Pace 47:25 Humor in Public Speaking The Passion Struck Podcast is HERE!! 💥 https://passionstruck.com/passion-struck-podcast/👈 Listen, follow, and rate wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts OR watch here on YouTube. New episodes drop every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday! --- Thank You, Hims, For Sponsoring Hims: Regrow your hair before it's too late! Start your free online visit today at Hims.com/PASSIONSTRUCK. Thank You, Mint Mobile, For Sponsoring Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at "MINT MOBILE dot com slash PASSION." Thank You, Rosetta Stone, For Sponsoring Unlock 25 languages for life at "ROSETTASTONE.com/passionstruck." Thank You, Prolon, For Sponsoring Reset your health with 15% off at "ProlonLife.com/passionstruck." --► Subscribe to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/passion-struck-with-john-r-miles/id1553279283. --► Subscribe to Passion Struck Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@passionstruckclips *Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. Want to watch more in-depth interviews with some of the world’s most insightful people? Find full episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles. Connect with John R. Miles: Learn more about John: https://johnrmiles.com/ Visit the Passion Struck Podcast: https://passionstruck.com/passion-struck-podcast/ Visit the John R. Miles BLOG: https://johnrmiles.com/blog/ Follow John on TWITTER: https://twitter.com/john_rmiles/ Follow John on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles/ Like John on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m #passionstruck #johnrmiles #intentionalliving