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How to Develop Your Unique Presentation Voice<\/h2>\n

Have you ever been in a meeting where someone\u2019s voice just seemed to blend into the background? I remember attending a conference where the speaker had brilliant content, but spoke in such a monotone voice that half the audience was checking their phones within minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Contrast that with another presentation I attended at the same conference. This speaker didn\u2019t have the flashiest slides, but his voice was vibrant and engaging. He shared a story about his first job, filled with ups and downs, using his natural tone and rhythm. The room was captivated, hanging on to his every word. His authenticity and energy made his message unforgettable.<\/span><\/p>\n

The tone and vocal quality with which we deliver information significantly impacts how much our audience remembers and how likely they are to act on our ideas. If your tone or style turns off your audience, you might as well be talking to an empty room.<\/span><\/p>\n

So, what\u2019s the perfect presentation voice for hooking your audience\u2019s attention? The answer is simple; yours. By stripping away habits and returning to your natural speaking style, your voice will engage the room. Your way of speaking should be a vessel for your personality and the message you’re delivering.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are a few things to try\u2014and a few to avoid\u2014to achieve this:<\/span><\/p>\n

Avoid Being Too Formal<\/b><\/h3>\n

People often think that delivering a presentation with statistics and data means they have to be formal. This is a natural reaction when speaking to a large group of people with serious expressions. You might feel you need to mimic the formal style you’ve seen others use.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, this leads to a lack of variety, expression, and emotion. We tend to separate our professional and personal lives, meaning we end up being impersonal at work. Don’t lose empathy and excitement in your presentation just because it\u2019s about business; business is done with people, so it must connect with emotions as well.<\/span><\/p>\n

Avoid Being Small<\/b><\/h3>\n

Some people excel in one-on-one conversations and Teams calls, so assume they can use the same voice in a large conference room. Unfortunately, that doesn\u2019t always translate well to a large space.<\/span><\/p>\n

Think about the differences between screen and stage acting. Screen acting relies on details and subtle changes in expression or tone. But if those same actions were used in a theatre production, most people wouldn\u2019t connect with the story on stage. You have to fill that larger space with your voice and body. Just relying on the tools you use in day-to-day conversation won\u2019t cut it.<\/span><\/p>\n

Amplify Your Personality<\/b><\/h3>\n

Once you decide to stick with who you are, you simply have to project your personality in a way that fills a larger room. Good public speaking is a physical act, so you must use your body effectively. Here are a few steps to take before every presentation:<\/span><\/p>\n