Talk Like Ted Carmine Gallo

"Talk Like TED" is a book by Carmine Gallo that explores what makes a great presentation by examining the widely acclaimed TED Talks. In his book, Gallo has broken down hundreds of TED talks and interviewed the most popular TED presenters, as well as the top researchers in the fields of psychology, communications, and neuroscience to reveal the nine secrets of all successful TED presentations. 12 Some of the secrets include: Mastering the art of storytelling. Human beings are obsessed with narrative, so it's better to tell stories when speaking in public. 23 Being passionate about the subject matter. Passion carries with it a weight of conviction and humanity that can reach the heart of the audience much more than just the job title or perceived professional area of expertise. 23 Speaking conversationally. Engaging in a conversational tone helps to humanize the speaker, facilitating a deeper emotional connection with the audience. Using humor. Humor can break the tension, particularly early in the presentation, and instantly creates a bond between the speaker and the audience. Delivering “jaw-dropping moments. If the speaker can do something unusual or surprising at some point in the presentation, it is far more likely to become etched into the memory of the audience.