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For over 30 years, Dynamic Communicators, producers of the SCORRE Conference, Launch Conferences and The Art & Business of Public Speaking have helped speakers, authors, and aspiring communicators learn how to prepare with focus, deliver with clarity, and speak with power. Our acclaimed conferences and podcast featuring industry-leading presenters have helped thousands build their businesses and become the speakers they've always wanted to be. Hosted by Ken Davis, author, speaker and communications trainer, the Art and Business of Public Speaking is a podcast designed to provide rich resources empowering public speakers to construct and deliver exceptional presentations that will lead people to action and powerfully impact lives. In addition, it will reveal strategies and creative ideas that will jumpstart a speaking career or catapult an existing career to the next level. If you speak, if you write, or if you perform in public, you’ve come to the right place. Welcome!

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    140: How Do You Get Started in the Art and Business of Public Speaking

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2021 37:00


    “Every Adventure requires a first step” -  Unknown    This week Paul and Ken are back and ready to discuss one of the most important steps you have to take as a public speaker! On this episode Paul and Ken discuss how they got into speaking and most importantly the first steps you need to take to get started!    On this episode Paul and Ken discuss Paul's  speaking background Ken's business background  Imposter Syndrome and how to deal with it The importance of humor  Links:    SCORRE™ Speaker Academy   Pricing Is Positioning Podcast

    139: Two Steps In Becoming A Better Communicator

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2021 47:03


    “If a person has a good message anything that distracts from it is bad.” - Ken Davis   Do you know what behaviours or distractions could be stifling your message while speaking?   Even the best speakers in the world run into obstacles that detract from their message. On this week's episode, Ken and Paul are back to discuss the two steps you need to take to overcome such obstacles and be the best communicator you can be while speaking! Tune in for this and more!    On this episode Ken and Paul discuss:    The importance of your message while speaking How identify what's taking away from your message The two steps you can take to becoming a better communicator Details on the upcoming Scorre Academy    Join us for a FREE SCORRE™ Refresher and Speaker Training Event:   Out of Quarantine and "Back To The Stage"   Mar 16, 2021 10:00 AM Central Time (US)         Register Here       Links:    SCORRE™ Speaker Academy   Pricing Is Positioning Podcast

    138: Out of Quarantine and "Back To The Stage"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2021 36:46


    With 2020 over and as life begins to open back up, what will public speaking look like in a post-pandemic world?    How does one operate between virtual speaking and live speaking?    We're excited to announce Ken Davis is officially back on the mic alongside Paul Klein!  On this week's episode they discuss the future of public speaking, some tips on how to move forward and the importance of communication! Tune in for this and more!  On this episode we discuss:    Ken's return to podcasting The benefits of virtual speaking vs live speaking.  The importance of communication while speaking What public speaking will look like moving forward.  The importance of feedback in public speaking   Join us for a FREE SCORRE™ Refresher and Speaker Training Event:   Out of Quarantine and "Back To The Stage"   Mar 16, 2021 10:00 AM Central Time (US)         Register Here       Links:    SCORRE™ Speaker Academy   Pricing Is Positioning Podcast   ***   EPISODE CREDITS:   If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com  

    137: Four Areas of Focus that Will Lead to a Well-Executed and Memorable Event

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2017 38:06


    In episode 137 Ken Davis interviews Matt and Lauren Brady about their new venture, Bradymade Productions. In this episode you'll learn: •About the key ingredients to a successful event •The most common mistakes made by event organizers •How to create a memorable event without breaking the bank "Every single detail should lead toward the objective of your event."

    136: The Power of Public Speaking

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2017 43:32


    In episode 136 Lee Camp, Professor at Lipscomb University and Executive Producer, Host and Writer of the Tokens Show, joins Ken Davis and Matt Brady to talk about the power and influence a speech can have on a community. In this episode you'll learn: •That the power of speech is incredibly influential •That there is a time and a place to be straightforward •The balance of using complex terminology and layman's terms "So much of speaking is painting a picture”

    135: How Speakers Can Leverage a Digital Communication Platform

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2017 41:17


    In episode 135 Ken Davis and Matt Brady talk to Stu McLaren about alternative streams of income for speakers. In this episode you'll learn: •How to generate even more revenue from speaking engagements •How to leverage a digital communication platform •The difference between online training and membership sites "Ask yourself, how will someone's life be better or different as a result of what you're selling.”

    134: Understanding the New Publishing World

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2017 37:18


    In episode 134 a very dear friend, Karen Anderson, joins Ken Davis and Matt Brady to discuss the new publishing world. In this episode you'll learn: •How the publishing world has changed so dramatically •That there is something to be said for having a publisher behind you •The benefits of distribution connections "Authors want to have impact and reach."

    133: How to Navigate Negotiation

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2017 41:00


    In episode 133 Ken's manager and long-time friend, Joy Groblebe joins Ken Davis and Matt Brady to discuss the art of navigating negotiation. In this episode you'll learn: •That most leads start from an email rather than a phone call •The importance of a well-crafted automated response from your booking request form •Key questions to ask during the first phone call "The more leads you have coming in, the more negotiating power you have”

    132: Writing Comedy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2017 35:44


    In Episode 132 John Branyan and Ken Davis work through an exercise from his comedy writing course, Comedy Creation 101. In this episode you'll learn: •The first three steps of John's course, Comedy Creation 101 •How to use words as placeholders for ideas •About the way a comic's brain works "Creativity is visual."

    131: Preparing for an Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2017 33:41


    In episode 131 Ken Davis and Matt Brady discuss important principles to remember when preparing for an interview. In this episode you'll learn: •Why you should promote only your latest project •The benefit of sending information ahead of time to the host •How to keep the host from unintentionally hijacking the interview "How to handle unexpected inflammatory questions in an interview.”

    130: Generation Ziglar

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2017 42:54


    In episode 130 Ken Davis talks to James McLamb and Matt Rush about Generation Z – a program empowering youth to spread Zig Ziglar's message of hope to their peers. In this episode you'll learn: •That youth are the best people to speak to youth •The crisis youth are facing today •The importance of having the ability to connect "Good communicators know what to say, great communicators know what not to say."

    129: Get Away and Get Prepared

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2017 36:36


    In episode 129 Ken Davis talks to us about the importance of preparation using a “get away and get ahead” philosophy. In this episode you'll learn: •Why you must get away with the specific intent to prepare a presentation •How to use your time away to get ahead by 3 or 4 presentations •That even if you're not preparing a new message every week, you can still refine your existing content "When you're in the idea stage write everything down."

    128: Comedy Creation 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2017 40:18


    n Episode 128 John Branyan joins us to discuss his level one comedy writing course, Comedy Creation 101. In this episode you'll learn: •That words are placeholders for ideas •There is no such thing as a single idea •That thinking is the first step in writing comedy If you think it's funny, it's legitimate.

    127: Preparing with Purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2017 39:00


    In episode 127 Ken Davis talks to Author, Speaker, and Certified Life Coach, Paula Wallace, about using the SCORRE™ method when preparing for her live TV show, Bloom Today. In this episode you'll learn: •How to use SCORRE™ to prepare for a live Talk Show discussion •The importance of focusing on your primary message •How knowing your one “ugly sentence” allows you to talk conversationally and still stay on topic "If you prepare on purpose you can deliver with power."

    126: The Importance of Reading and the Journey of a Speaker and the Audience

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2017 41:30


    In episode 126 Ken Davis talks to Author and Speaker, Patrick Coffin, about the journey you as a speaker take and the journey you invite the audience to take along with you. In this episode you'll learn: •Sometimes the simpler the story, the longer the impact lasts •Strategies to help you move forward when discussing tough topics •The importance of reading "Logic, evidence and kindness are the keys to changing hearts & minds."

    125: Taking Action During the Transitions in Your Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2017 34:19


    In episode 125 Ken Davis talks to speaker, podcaster, and all around renaissance man, Paul Johnson of The God Zone Show. In this episode you'll learn: •About navigating the changes of seasons in life •Taking risks is necessary to experience new opportunities •How to not lose stuff when it's in a bucket "So often it is persistence, not talent, that propels success."

    124: How To Speak To Youth

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2017 40:20


    In episode 124 Ken Davis gives clues to speaking to youth effectively. In this episode you'll learn: •That speaking to youth is different than speaking to adults •Tips on structuring a presentation that will most effectively engage a youth audience •Practical ideas to keep the attention of youth "Youth is the only audience that can climb walls, hang from chandeliers & not miss a word you say."

    123: Do Your Business Right

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2017 50:40


    In episode 123 Ken Davis talks to CPA Rob Corne of Corne, Jantz & Associates. In this episode you'll learn: •Why getting the business and accounting side set up right from the beginning is essential for being successful in the long run. •The importance of choosing the right corporate entity. •Practical tips to avoid unnecessary attention from auditors "Do not fear the IRS, take advantage of all the resources they offer."

    122: Developing the Craft of Creativity

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2017 47:00


    In episode 122 Ken Davis talks to storyteller and comedian Bob Stromberg. In this episode you'll see: •How finding your creativity relates to your gift, and your craft •Creativity isn't a gift, it's a craft you can hone, practice and grow •A method to develop and grow stories and creativity "Creativity is not a gift, it is a craft."

    121: The Life and Work of a Speaker

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2017 25:38


    In episode 121 Ken Davis talks to Ramsey Solutions Personality, Chris Hogan. In this episode you'll learn: •The four people you need in your life – a coach, a mentor, a cheerleader, and a friend •To think about the 2-3 things you want your audience to walk away with •The importance of the art of storytelling "Every speaker must have, show, and deliver passion."

    120: Discovering Your Assets

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2017 40:17


    In episode 120 Ken Davis and Matt Brady talk about discovering your assets. In this episode you'll learn: •That you must identify what your passion •How to find the brand in your speaking •How to develop a product from your assets "Listen to what people are saying about you.”

    119: Bringing Disney Magic to Presentations

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2017 34:02


    In episode 119 Ken Davis talks to Lee Cockerell, author, speaker and former Disney VP. In this episode you'll learn: •Why time management is so important to your success •How being unique can help drive business •The importance of not being too reliant on technology while giving a presentation "Lee Cockerell – bringing Disney magic to presentations.”

    118: Hard Work and Authenticity

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2017 40:26


    In episode 118 Ken Davis talks to Ramsey Solutions Personality, Anthony O'Neal. In this episode you'll learn: •How mining what has happened in your own life can be your greatest story •Sometimes it's not about being the best speaker, but being the hardest working speaker •The importance of being the same person on-stage and off-stage "My mouth always got me in trouble – now my mouth gets me paid."

    117: An Expert In Eloquence

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2017 39:03


    In episode 117 Ken Davis speaks to pastor, musician and motivator, Richard Allen Farmer. In this episode you'll learn: •Why your listeners deserve to hear polished english language •That being self-correcting and self-editing is a gift to the audience •Writing out your speeches ahead of time can help you fully flesh out your idea and thoughts "The ability to communicate is foundational across the board."

    116: Why Every Speaker Needs a Website

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2017 37:07


    In episode 116 Ken Davis talks to graphic designer, world-traveler and web developer, Jackie Hobbins of Moonpup Productions. In this episode you'll learn: •Why every speaker needs a website •The importance of branding and brand consistency •Three essential elements to include in your website "In today's world, if you don't have a web presence, it's almost like you don't exist."

    115: Audience Dynamics and Finding Balance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2017 33:01


    In episode 115 Ken Davis talks to Ramsey Solutions Personality, Christy Wright. In this episode you'll learn: •Why you should find the common denominator in your audience as you prepare •You have to help your audience recognize the problem before you speak about the solution •How to recognize if your life is out of balance and what to do to become more balanced "Find the common pain-point in your audience and speak to that."

    114: How Writing and Speaking Work Together

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2017 34:43


    In episode 114 Ken Davis talks to Author and SCORRE™ Coach, Sarah Beckman. In this episode you'll learn: •That sometimes you have to wait for the right time to launch •Creative ways to practice your craft •How the SCORRE™ process applies to writing "Your leading, your calling, is more powerful than the opinions of man."

    113: Securing Your Personal Identity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2017 36:28


    In episode 113 Michele Cushatt joins Ken Davis on the podcast again to discuss her new book, I Am: A 60-Day Journey to Knowing Who You Are Because of Who He Is. Be sure to listen to our other podcasts featuring Michele on Episode 045 and Episode 072. In this episode you'll learn: •That as communicators we tend to equate our work with our worth •The importance of being consistently good in your communication •Why you must have your identity secured before you step on the stage "Subconscious objectives will always hijack a presentation."

    112: Making the Hard Decisions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2017 41:52


    In episode 112 Ken Davis talks to Emmy® -nominated and best-selling comedian, Chonda Pierce. In this episode you'll learn: •How Chonda got her start imitating Minnie Pearl at the Grand Ole Opry •Why it is important to reveal some truth about yourself during your presentation •You cannot blame the people around you because ultimately you are the decision maker for you "At the bottom of it all, you are your decision maker."

    111: The Outbound Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2017 39:36


    In episode 111 Ken Davis talks to two twenty-something brothers and entrepreneurs Kody & Kyler McCormick about their company, the Outbound Life. In this episode you'll learn: •To define your end goal and start taking the steps towards that goal •That your weakness can be your strength if you look at it in the right light •Understanding the difference between your audience and your customer "You get to fail as many times as you want-you're not losing, you're learning.æ

    110: Chasing Comedy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2017 40:24


    In episode 110 Ken Davis talks to singer, songwriter and comedian, Mark Lowry about getting started as a comedian and finding new stories. In this episode you'll learn: •That audiences have personalities and you have to get to know them •There is nothing funnier than the truth •How to find new stories "People love to hear your story – people are interested in people."

    109: Valuable Insights into Writing and Editing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2017 39:45


    In episode 109 Ken Davis talks to bestselling author Jerry Jenkins about important insights in writing. In this episode you'll learn: •The difference between making it better and just making it different •To set goals of 2-3 pages per day as you begin writing •The importance of not sacrificing your family at the altar of your career "Getting out of the way of your art separates great artists from the field."

    108: The Art of Powerful Public Speaking (Part 8)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2017 37:50


    In episode 108 Ken Davis and Matt Brady continue the The Art of Powerful Public Speaking Series by unpacking the steps of the SCORRE™ Process. Click to listen to Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, and Part 7. In this episode you'll learn: •The “E” of SCORRE™ stands for Evaluation •Why you should evaluate your presentation during every part of the SCORRE™ process •Why you also must evaluate the audience to whom you'll be speaking "Evaluation goes beyond your speech”

    107: The Art of Powerful Public Speaking (Part 7)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2017 31:05


    In episode 107 Ken Davis and Matt Brady continue the The Art of Powerful Public Speaking Series by unpacking the steps of the SCORRE™ Process. Click to listen to Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, and Part 6. In this episode you'll learn: •The first “R” of SCORRE™ stands for Rationale •How to develop powerful illustrations •That the rationale leads the listener to the objective "When the tension is gone the attention is gone” via @DCIspeak

    106: The Art of Powerful Public Speaking (Part 6)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2017 37:09


    In episode 106 Ken Davis and Matt Brady continue the The Art of Powerful Public Speaking Series by unpacking the steps of the SCORRE™ Process. Click to listen to Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4 and Part 5. In this episode you'll learn: Why you must interrogate the purpose of your speech  How to write the response to your proposition  The importance of choosing a keyword "It's not the way you deliver a speech – it's the way you design the purpose of a speech.”  

    104: The Art of Powerful Public Speaking (Part 4)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2017 30:41


    In episode 104 Ken Davis and Matt Brady continue the The Art of Powerful Public Speaking Series and dive deeper into the SCORRE™ method. In this episode you'll learn: •The “S” of SCORRE™ stands for Subject •To understand the important guidelines for choosing your subject •The “C” of SCORRE™ stands for Central Theme – Narrow the subject to a manageable amount of information. "So many people step to the platform and talk, but they don't communicate."

    105: The Art of Powerful Public Speaking (Part 5)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2017 33:08


    In episode 105 Ken Davis and Matt Brady continue the The Art of Powerful Public Speaking Series continue on unpacking the steps of the SCORRE™ Process. In this episode you'll learn: •The “O” of SCORRE™ stands for Objective – A Sentence that embodies the objective of your presentation •Instructions to write a clear objective sentence •There are only two types of propositions from which you can choose and the simple form to writing those propositions. "No presentation is ready for delivery until you can express its theme in short, pregnant sentence."

    103: The Art of Powerful Public Speaking (Part 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2017 30:45


    In episode 103 Ken Davis and Matt Brady continue the The Art of Powerful Public Speaking Series and tackle the meaning of SCORRE™. In this episode you'll learn: •SCORRE™ is an an acronym •An easy to implement, simplified SCORRE™ method of preparation to make your next presentation more powerful •To understand the true objective of your presentation Communication only takes place when your audience is moved to action”

    102: The Art of Powerful Public Speaking (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2017 33:22


    In episode 102 Ken Davis and Matt Brady continue the The Art of Powerful Public Speaking Series by discussing the power of focus and the importance of choosing an objective. In this episode you'll learn: •The importance of focus in preparing your message •Why you must choose an objective or an subconscious objective will be assigned to you •Why you must chip away at all the information except what is most important Communication without focus is just entertainment."

    101: The Art of Powerful Public Speaking (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2017 35:36


    In episode 101 Ken Davis and Matt Brady begin a new series discussing the content of our SCORRE™ Training. In this episode you'll learn: •If you're talk isn't driving people to action, there is no reason to give the talk •You must figure out the “why” of your talk •If you aim at nothing you will hit it every single time, if you know where you are going, you can take everyone with you "If you're talk isn't driving people to action, there is no reason to give the talk.”

    100: Creative Ideas on How to Communicate More Effectively

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2017 34:37


    In episode 100 Ken Davis talks to his sister, Candie Blankman, author, speaker, pastor and master communicator. In this episode you'll learn: •How to maintain control when incorporating another speaker into your talk •The importance of utilizing creative ways to communicate your message •Why you must be diligent about narrowing the focus of your talk "Teaching less information more productively is more important than teaching more information poorly."

    099: The Benefits of Value Pricing

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2017 35:17


    In episode 099 Ken Davis talks to Kirk Bowman about the Art of Value. In this episode you'll learn: •Value pricing •Why billing by the hour can limit your income •How to Discover value, create options and start pricing In order to discover value you must have a value conversation with the customer

    098: Three Pieces of Expertise

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2017 50:41


    In episode 098 Ken Davis talks to David Horsager about how to take your dream and turn it into a career. In this episode you'll learn: •Why structure in your speech is so important •To study your role models and learn everything you can about them •You must be an expert on the platform, on content, and in business "It's the little things done consistently that make a speaker who they are."

    097: SCORRE in Scripture (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2017 44:33


    In episode 097 Ken Davis and Matt Brady continue to discuss how to use our SCORRE™ Method when preparing a scripture-based presentation. In this episode you'll learn: •That less is more •That there can be more than one outline for your presentation •That if the keyword doesn't work for you, it's not going to work for your audience "Evaluate and be sure you're focusing on what matters most.”

    096: SCORRE in Scripture (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2017 34:53


    In episode 096 Ken Davis and Matt Brady discuss how to use our SCORRE™ Method when preparing a scripture-based presentation. In this episode you'll learn: •How to use narrative in communication •How to present truth – whether it is from scripture or history •That the SCORRE™ method is a powerful tool that forces us to make sense "The SCORRE™ method is a powerful tool that forces us to make sense.”

    095: Why the Little Things Absolutely Matter

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2017 44:36


    In episode 095 Ken Davis brings back Andy Andrews to the show to discuss his new book, The Little Things: Why You Really Should Sweat the Small Stuff. Listen to episode 16 and episode 17 to hear our first two-part interview with Andy. In this episode you'll learn: •How tiny little shifts in your business can have a massive impact •Customer satisfaction is the lowest bar you can hit and stay in business •That no matter what business you're in, the product is you "So many people want to make a difference, but no one wants to do anything different."

    094: Crafting To Captivate

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2017 40:18


    In episode 094 Ken Davis talks to Jim Young aka J Oliver – a former mentalism magician and long time friend of Ken's. In this episode you'll learn: •How to keep the audience's attention •To say yes to every opportunity that comes your way when first starting out •The importance of integrity "Never stop practicing your craft."

    093: The Closing

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2017 26:22


    In episode 093 Ken Davis and Matt Brady discuss the qualities of a good closing. Click here to listen to the previous episode, The Qualities of a Good Opening. In this episode you'll learn: •The last words that come out of your mouth are some of the most important you will say •About the purpose of the closing •A good closing should be brief "Every closing should have some call to action.”

    092: The Opening

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2017 36:51


    In episode 092 Ken Davis and Matt Brady discuss the qualities of a good opening and how it can affect the rest of your speech. In this episode you'll learn: •The opening is the only chance to make your audience want to hear what you have to say •The purpose of the opening is to make a connection with the audience •The opening is a chance for you to develop rapport "An opening is a door you invite your audience into.”

    091: The Four Stages of Successful Transition

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2017 43:24


    In episode 91 Ken Davis brings back Brian Holmes from the Strategic Leader podcast to discuss the strategic point in his life that he met us and to describe the four stages of successful transition. In this episode you'll learn: •The four stages of successful transition – discontent, disconnect, reconnaissance, re-engagement •How discontent allows us to recognize that something new is available •That transition is a long process that can be painful, but necessary "Transition happens to everyone at many times in their life – they have to keep choosing to live."

    Featuring Kathy Koch - Episode 090

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2017 38:00


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