Episode #19

How to Find and Use Humor When Public Speaking

With The Speaker Lab

One of the most intimidating aspects of speaking is humor. If you’re like other speakers you may find it daunting to incorporate jokes into your talk.

The biggest risk with jokes or humorous stories is the lack of guarantees the audience will enjoy it. However, when used appropriately humor can magnify a talk and convey your message perfectly!

Today, I’ll be showing you how to utilize humor the best way for you and your speaking style. Listen in to hear all of that and so much more on this episode of The Speaker Lab!

THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW

  • Why is your audience a reflection of you as the speaker?
  • What is self-depreciating humor and how can you use it correctly?
  • The importance of using pictures and videos to enhance humor.
  • How can you “have your radar up” for humorous material?
  • What are the most effective strategies for incorporating humor?
  • How to avoid using “you had to be there” stories, and why they don’t work.
  • How to move on gracefully from a failed joke.
  • And much, much more!

Want to know exactly how to find and book more paid speaking gigs?

Download our 18-page guide to the 6 proven steps you can use to book more paid speaking gigs in 2024!

About The Speaker Lab

Episode Resources

Share This Episode 

Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
Pinterest
Email
Reddit

Explore Recent Episodes

#531: How to Become a Leader People Will Follow with Jenni Field
“You can’t need to be liked if you’re in a leadership position, and I’d say the same if you’re in a speaking position, cause you will say things that people don’t agree with, and that’s okay” As a speaker,...
#530: How to Believe in Your Creativity with Kyle Scheele
“When you have an idea, you should capture that idea and put it somewhere, because you’re basically training your brain that ideas are important and I value them.” Finding your own brand of creativity...
#529: How to Find What Makes You Different with Jesse Cole of the Savannah Bananas
“People get excited about different. How can you be explained & summed up in one sentence? How can you be the only in your industry?” Finding what makes you unique in this industry is no easy journey,...