Common Mistakes That Speakers Make
Channel: Patricia Fripp
Date: 2019-07-17

I am frequently asked, “Patricia, what are some of the mistakes that your executive speech coaching clients make in their presentations.” Often when I ask them, “how are you going to open?” They say, “Oh, I’m going to wait until I get to the meeting and see what goes on that I can incorporate in my opening.” That is leaving too much to chance. My recommendation to everyone is, know exactly how you’re going to open your presentation or speech.

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I'm frequently asked what mistakes speakers make. One mistake is in thinking that since they have prepared their presentation, they don't need to script and internalize the opening. Very often I hear executives say, "Oh, when I get there, I'm going to see what's going on and personalize it." 
You cannot rely on inspiration. You cannot rely on getting the information you need to make a personal opening. My recommendation is to always go with a prepared opening that you know will work. If you are lucky enough to have a situation that everyone knows about and you can tie into it, do that after your opening line. You always need to open with impact to grab their attention. Then you can personalize with something that is not as scripted and tight as your opening. Remember, it pays to be prepared. 
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