Tom has given more than 2,500 speeches in the last 30 years. He knows what it’s like to face a crowd, whether it be friendly or skeptical. As his own toughest critic, he’s never been completely satisfied with his performance.
While he has offered pointers here and there, he’s never written at length about speaking until now. We are fortunate that he has overcome whatever trepidation he may have had to tackle this topic. You’ll find in the document below extensive advice and practical wisdom about speaking from a man who has spent most of his life on a stage, trying to share knowledge and spur action. Whether you give speeches for a living or on occasion, and even if you don’t but you want to understand what makes a great speaker, read this piece. Then put it aside and read it a few months from now. It will change both how you speak as well as how you listen.