When sharing personal experiences during a speech, it's natural to want to avoid appearing boastful.
However...
establishing a connection with your audience through personal anecdotes is absolutely necessary.
Most listeners appreciate getting to know the speaker better.
To navigate this effectively, consider using starter phrases like:
- "I don't know if you're like me, but I rarely..."
- "Like many people, I..."
- "I was fortunate to..."
- "I sincerely think that..."
- "I once made the mistake to..."
- "I was recommended to..."
- "I was proposed to..."
etc...
These phrases adopt a storytelling approach, fostering a strong connection
with your audience right from the start of your speech.
Embrace the opportunity to share more about yourself - when done thoughtfully, it adds a genuine human touch to your delivery.
Join me in exploring more insights on effective speaking in my "Speaking with Confidence" series.