Most advice on public speaking is total garbage that makes you sound robotic. Jay Schwedelson reveals why common tips like memorizing your script or practicing in front of a mirror are actually sabotaging your success. Whether you are on a big stage or in a small conference room, learn why being perfect is boring and how to instantly connect with any audience without telling a single joke.ㅤBest Moments:(01:47) Why memorizing your speech is the fastest way to bore your audience(02:26) The reason practicing in front of a mirror is a total waste of time(02:40) Why you should never practice in silence and how noise helps you prepare(03:45) Stop opening with a joke and try this relatable tactic instead(05:15) The myth of standing still and why you need to physically fill the space(06:45) Why ending with a summary is a mistake and what you should do to drive actionㅤCheck out Jay’s YOUTUBE Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@schwedelsonCheck out Jay’s TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@schwedelsonCheck Out Jay's INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jayschwedelson/ㅤPre-order Jay Schwedelson’s new book, Stupider People Have Done It (out April 21, 2026). All net proceeds are donated to The V Foundation for Cancer Research—let’s kick cancer’s butt: https://www.amazon.com/Stupider-People-Have-Done-Marketing/dp/1637635206

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