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Why is it called Speaking is Sexy?
When what someone says and how they say it sends chills up and down your spine, that's sexy!
Whether you're giving a speech, having a conversation, saying your wedding vows, teaching your kids, exhorting your sales team, or talking in your sleep, if someone is listening, you are inspiring them. It's important to remember that whenever you speak, someone is influenced by each word you say.
Be a positive influence. Be an inspiration. That's very sexy.
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If you are...
- Currently speaking in public,
- Thinking of speaking in public, but procrastinating like crazy,
- Afraid to speak in public,
- Envious of people who speak confidently in public, or
- Would just like a few tips on how you can speak better than they do...
This newsletter will give you tips and techniques to become the accomplished speaker you've always longed to be.
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MARION CLAIRE coaches solopreneurs, business owners, managers and professionals who want to become calm, confident, sexy speakers who influence others and attract what they love with the power of their voice. www.marionclaire.com
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Speaking Is Sexy Tip #4, Vol. 2
Is 2011 Your Year?
If you're like me, every year at this time you make a few New Year's Resolutions that you have every intention of keeping. If you've saved a copy of last year's list, you go back and happily cross off all the things you said you were going to do in 2010... that you actually did! What a great feeling that is!!!
However, also if you're like me, there are a few Resolutions that you've been carrying forward from year to year for so long that they've grown long white beards and wrinkles, but they're still turning up at the top of your list every year like clockwork. One is something about your weight, losing, gaining or ignoring. Others are about getting organized, making more money, changing your lifestyle, learning to play the piano or take art lessons or finally get to see the Great Wall of China. They're like old friends that you've grown fond of and expect to see every year at this time.
In truth, though, they're not really your friends. They're the challenges that would make you so proud of yourself if only you could actually accomplish them!
I can't tell you how many times people have said to me variations of, "I really want to get over my fear of public speaking. I'd be so much more successful if I could promote my business from the stage. I wish I could get up to speak in front of large groups without feeling nervous. I know that speaking to groups is a vital ability for any leader. I really want to do something about being a better speaker!"
Is this one of your carry forward Resolutions? How much longer are you going to hang onto it? Is it going to remain a wish year after year? How long will you look at yourself in the mirror and frown because you haven't figured out where to find the courage or confidence or whatever it takes to actually become the sexy, influential speaker you long to be?
Give yourself a New Year's gift. Let 2011 be the year that you finally get rid of whatever is stopping you from  being the cool, charismatic, compelling speaker you've imagined.
Won't you feel fabulous when you look at yourself in the mirror and smile because you know how much you're admired when you stand up to speak in front of the room?
Won't you feel a surge of confidence when you know you're in control and your audience appreciates... even envies... your talents and abilities?
Won't you feel like your own hero when you throw your shoulders back, take a deep breath, step forward and own the stage?
Won't you feel like ten million bucks when the audience rushes up to shake your hand and tell you how much they enjoyed the presentation?
Let 2011 be the year that you realize the fulfillment of this vision. January is a perfect time to begin. Think how satisfying it will be next December when you can cross this hoary old Resolution off your list because you've accomplished it!
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
2011 is your year!
Make it count! Start now!
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For over ten years, Marion Claire has coached entrepreneurs, executives, and professionals to become the confident speakers they longed to be. She's the author of the forthcoming book, "Speaking Is Sexy: Influence Others and Attract What You Love with the Power of Your Voice", due in 2011, and will also help you write your speeches for almost any occasion. For more information about Marion, and her programs, check out her website at www.marionclaire.com
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Would you like to be a Sexy Speaker?
As we approach the end of the year parties and celebrations, there are many more opportunities to be the Cool, Confident and Sexy Speaker you want to be every time you face an audience. You already have the Desire to Inspire. Let me show you "How to Speak in Any Situation with Courage and Comfort!" Work with me in a single two hour session to learn how to achieve any one of the following: Speak to Win: How to feel cool, comfortable and charismatic in front of any audience! Mesmerize/Hypnotize: Discover the techniques that will make your listeners hang onto every word from start to finish! Be Amazing: Check your fears at the door and look and feel like a superhero whenever you get up to speak! Take one, two or all three sessions, whatever suits your needs. Remember, you'll always get *special savings* when you opt to take advantage of all of them.
Want to discuss your special speaking needs? I'm always available for a *free* half-hour consultation at 310/659-8956 or email me at Marion@marionclaire.com to set up a telephone appointment.Give yourself a gift that will last a lifetime. Amaze yourself at how quickly you can get rid of whatever is holding you back. Let me help you become the speaker you've always wanted to be! |
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Challenge for the New Year!
Risk! Risk anything! ...Do the hardest thing on earth for you. Act for yourself. Face the truth!
--Katherine Mansfield
(Free-spirited, acclaimed British author of The Garden Party and many other short stories)
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Invite a dynamic, easy to listen to, informative and entertaining speaker (that's me!) to enlighten your company or group on any of these topics:
- You Can Be a Sexy Speaker! How to Use the Power of Your Voice to Make You Irresistible to One Person or a Whole Audience
- You Can Give a Great Speech, Even If You Think You Can't! Simple Ways to Leave Your Fear at the Door and Love Being the Center of Attention
- When You Speak, Everybody Listens! Persuade Your Audience to Follow You Anywhere When You Follow These Easy-to-Learn Techniques.
...Or let me create a talk for you that focuses on your special needs. Contact me if you have a last minute cancellation by your previously scheduled speaker! Email me at Marion@marionclaire.com or call 310/659-8956.
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More about Marion Claire
For over 20 years, I suffered from agoraphobia, the fear of crossing open spaces. It took the form of extreme stagefright and panic attacks. Whenever I had to appear in front of people during that time, in any capacity, I was a shivering mess.
I remember my first panic attack, way back in high school, when I was singing with the school choir at a performance at a local church. Suddenly, out of nowhere, I began to feel hot flashes. My heart started to pound much faster than normal. My head felt hot and my eyes had trouble focusing. I was trapped in the second row with people in front, behind and on both sides of me. There was nowhere I could go, no way to escape. Nothing like this had ever happened to me before. I had no idea what was causing it. I felt so frightened, but I just had to stand there and keep singing.
I forced myself to focus on the choir director and the words of the song. After what seemed like forever, but was probably only a few seconds, the panic receded, my body went back to functioning normally, and I made it through the rest of the concert without a twinge.
That was then, this is now. I don't know what specifically triggered that first panic attack but I learned a valuable lesson in those few agonizing moments. Focusing on the job at hand, and not on myself, made it disappear. It's a rule I observe scrupulously to this day when I speak in front of groups of all kinds, large and small, no matter what the occasion. I don't think about stage fright. I concentrate on making my message land, on giving the audience what they came to hear.
If I can, so can you! If you're struggling with stagefright, let me help you overcome it. Contact me at Marion@marionclaire.com.
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