tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2161870764175544567.post9060959925215690405..comments2023-12-02T00:38:03.848-08:00Comments on Speak & Deliver - A Public Speaking Blog For the Speaking Public: What Moves an Audience?Rich Hopkinshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08368395405978270849noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2161870764175544567.post-68187967487929059052009-09-24T13:35:00.925-07:002009-09-24T13:35:00.925-07:00Rich,
This is an excellent article. The importanc...Rich,<br /><br />This is an excellent article. The importance of telling stories cannot be emphasized enough, especially to young speakers just starting out.<br /><br />Studies show that stories are what make speeches memorable. The "Story File" idea is terrific. I carry around a small notepad as well because sometimes we see things when we are out and about that can offer great material for future speeches.<br /><br />I did a piece on telling stories a couple of months ago, using a wonderful speech given by Steve Jobs to show just how effective they can be. You and your readers can see it here: http://wp.me/pwfa1-9t I hope you find it useful.<br /><br />Cheers!<br /><br />John Zimmer<br />http://mannerofspeaking.wordpress.com/Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13918468447317551751noreply@blogger.com