The document discusses various presentation delivery styles, emphasizing that each individual has a unique way of presenting. It categorizes presenters into four styles: teacher, host, coach, and headliner, providing examples for each. The key takeaway is to identify and embrace one's natural presentation style while practicing to improve comfort and effectiveness in delivery.

1. DISCOVERING YOUR OWN
DELIVERY STYLE

2. We’re all unique.
We each have our own way of
speaking, walking, dancing,
eating, and even how we
approach presentations.

3. Some believe presentations are meant to be en-
tertaining, while others think it’s the information
delivery that matters most.

4. Regardless, there’s a great presenter inside all of
us and channeling this is just a matter of finding
the most comfortable style and running with it.

5. unique.
Because the most powerful thing
you can be in a presentation is
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6. This isn’t to say you shouldn’t pick up a few
things from some talented speakers.

7. Having some presentation role models is a great
way to learn what you’re capable of.

8. So as we go through some
delivery styles try to picture yourself
physically giving a presentation using one of them.
Styles of
DELIVERY
COACH
HOST
HEADLINER
TEACHER
Most likely, you’ll find yourself drawn
to a specific one, but you might also
find another that mentions traits
you exhibit.

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Teacher
Do you like telling stories, recapping an event or
summarizing an episode of a TV show?

10. The ability to tell a story in any capacity is a gift and
an indicator of being a teacher-style presenter.

11. The teacher is a storyteller skilled in listening to
an audience, getting a feel for the room and
adjusting accordingly.

12. They have a natural tendency to inform their
peers about certain things and delve deep
into discussions.

13. Teacher Examples
SIMON SINEK
Author/Motivational Speaker
DAVID ROSE
Venture Capitalist/Entrepreneur
SETH GODIN
Author/Marketer
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14. What does the host of a party do?
They make you feel safe.
Host
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15. A good host, presentation-wise, is flexible, able to
read people and build credibility.

16. The host makes themselves relatable and cre-
ates a comfortable, enjoyable environment
meant to inspire their audience while gaining
their trust and respect.

17. Host Examples
SCOTT HARRISON
Founder and CEO of Charity: Water
GUY KAWASAKI
Motivational Speaker/Entrepreneur
BRENÉ BROWN
Author/Research Professor
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18. Are you naturally competitive and
extremely passionate?
Coach
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19. The coach is a leader and a thinker, meaning they
don’t just inspire, but motivate their audiences.

20. They enjoy pumping up their friends, team and
colleagues to do something big because they
aim to see results.

21. Coach Examples
JIMMY VALVANO
College Basketball Coach/Professional Broadcaster
ADMIRAL WILLIAM MCRAVEN
Ninth commander of U.S. Special Operations Command
LES BROWN
Motivational Speaker/Former Politician
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22. Are you the life of the party? Do you like to entertain
your family, friends and co-workers by making them laugh?
Headliner
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23. Being a headliner in the presentation world is all
about inspiring and delivering an entertaining
message for the audience.

24. The headliner craves attention, but not in a neg-
ative way. They use their powers for good to
lead their audiences.

25. Headliner Examples
AZIZ ANSARI
Comedian/Writer
BILL CLINTON
Former U.S. President
MAYA ANGELOU
Poet
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26. If you don’t fall into one
of these categories, do
not be alarmed because
people are never just one
type of presenter.
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Notice any style that
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27. These styles are to simply give you a sense of
direction, not exclude you from anything.
Knowing how to present is important, but
presenting based on your strengths is crucial.

28. You’ll be more comfortable speaking if you
know that you’re naturally good at it.
So, if you have an idea of your presentation
style, what do you do next?

29. Practice.
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