Hi Reader

Pop Quiz:

Have you ever wondered if public speaking is about (a) putting on a performance or b) being conversational?

If you tried to answer the question with one option, then DON'T.

It's not an either/or. It's both.

We had this conversation during a coaching call yesterday, and I felt this is an important point to share with the larger audience.

Let me explain. I believe we understand that there are going to be scenes in your speech. Then, there is narration where you narrate to your audience as the speaker.

The Scene vs The Chat.

There are moments in your speech where you need to sit back and connect — like you’re having coffee with your audience.

That’s conversation.​
Natural tone. Genuine emotion. Eye contact that says “I see you.”

And then…

There are moments where you need to step into the scene. You become the character, raise the stakes, and slow down the moment.
​That’s performance.

Both are part of the same skillset (public speaking skillset). After all, we are all in the business of building skills.

The Secret? Balance.

Being a great speaker isn’t just about being relatable.
It’s also about being captivating.

Conversation builds trust.
Performance builds impact.
Together, they make your message unforgettable.

So next time someone tells you “Just be conversational,” smile and nod… then add a little stagecraft when the moment calls for it.

Because you’re not just learning to speak.
You’re learning the art of public speaking — and that includes all the tools in the toolbox.

As always, thanks for being awesome!

Rama