This episode of the Insight Out podcast features part 2 of my in-depth discussion with Brenden Kumarasamy, a renowned communication expert and the founder of MasterTalk. a coaching business dedicated to helping executives and business owners become top 1% communicators in their industries.In Part 2 of our conversation, we dive into the transformative power of empathy in public speaking. Brendan shares a golden nugget: picture yourself talking to a younger you, someone who's walked in your shoes and felt your fears. That's the secret sauce to forging a real connection with your listeners. And if you've ever been mesmerized by Elon Musk's ability to cast a vision that captivates the globe, we've got the scoop on his communication style, the good, the quirky, and how his fame plays into his storytelling prowess.We don’t stop there! Brendan and I dissect TED Talks, highlighting the thin line between intellectually stimulating and snooze-inducing. We look at how thought leaders like Yuval Noah Harari and Adam Grant master the art of making brainy topics relatable and downright captivating. Plus, we tackle the underestimated role of energy in public speaking – that authentic zest that can magnetize your audience or leave them checking their watches.And let's not forget the importance of tailoring your message. Knowing your audience is like having a secret map to their hearts and minds, turning a solid talk into an experience they'll carry with them. This episode is brimming with wisdom that could revolutionize your communication game. 

So, If you're itching to learn how to engage and move your audience, whether you're a pro at the podium or just stepping into the spotlight, this episode is your golden ticket!

In this episode, you will learn the following:

Importance of empathy in public speaking

Analysis of Elon Musk's speaking style

Approach to studying TED Talks

Communicating complex ideas in a compelling and relatable manner

Significance of energy in public speaking

Impactful communication and effective public speaking

In This Episode:

(06:45) Criteria for selecting TED talks

(07:40) Effective communication in TED talks

(09:23) Effective communication examples

(10:49) Effective storytelling and communication

(12:29) Relatable and understandable communication

(14:44) Common mistakes in public speaking

(19:50) Gary Vaynerchuk's speaking style

(20:48) GaryVee's Audience Obsession

(23:00) GaryVee's Evolution as a Speaker

(25:00) Alex Hermosa's Rise to Fame

(27:51) Lewis House's Unique Communication Style

(31:01) Tony Robbins' Mastery of Storytelling

(33:15) Effective Speaker Study Technique

Notable Quotes[02:44] “Elon Musk does something right when it comes to speaking because even though he's not your quintessential orator, he's not the guy that you're thinking.” -Billy

 [18:38] “If you don't have the luxury to have a conversation with your audience, study them. Learn what is most important to them, and what they going to want. And then give them what they want.”- Billy

[25:33] “Always communicate the truth that you believe in, even if other people might not agree with you”-Brenden

[28:44] "Empathy is not about speaking to the person you are today but speaking to the person you used to be—the person who was stuck, who didn't know who they wanted to be, who didn't know how to make money, who was sick or was making a lot of mistakes." -Brenden

Resources and LinksBrenden Kumarasamy

https://www.instagram.com/masteryourtalk/

https://www.facebook.com/mastertalkyt/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendenkumarasamy/

https://twitter.com/masteryourtalks

https://www.youtube.com/c/MasterTalks

Billy Samoa

https://www.instagram.com/billysamoa/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/billysamoa/

https://www.youtube.com/@BillySamoa

Mentioned

Yuval Noah Harari's TED Talk

Brené Brown's TED Talk

Adam Grant's TED Talks

Gary Vaynerchuk's TED Talks

Alex Harmozi

Lewis Howes

Tony Robbins

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