Giving scintillating craft talks
Attn:
Craft
speakers, presenters, teachers and demonstrators
"How
to give the craft talk
no-one will want to miss!"
Re: Making money
from the craft speaking circuit
From
the desk of
Geraldine Jozefiak
Dear
Fellow Craft Demonstrator and Presenter
It was
over 15 years ago now that I gave my first craft talk. I thought
it went horribly wrong but somehow the audience loved it.
Since then I've
given hundreds of others and in that time I've learnt a few things to
that ensure that things go smoothly, every time.
If you're starting
out on the road to craft speaking, or demonstrating then there are some
things that will help you.
When I started I
couldn't find any books to help me. I began speaking at Womens'
Institute meetings, and it gave me a great grounding in public
speaking. As a professional group of women they wouldn't let just
anybody join their Speakers' List. I had to audition, and to know
what they were looking for.
Just like any other
group they wanted to be
Entertained
Interested
Educated
And as with any
group of people they knew what they liked. I soon learnt to give
talks that hit the spot - and you can too.
Like any subject,
talking to groups needs some planning. I always say it's not
enough to know your subject, but you have to know how to share your
knowledge, and enthusiasm with others.
Though talking,
demonstrating and presenting are all different aspects of a
'performance', it's basically common sense to do some research and
planning.
The more you plan beforehand the better it will be on
the day.
'Unravelling the Art of Craft Speaking'
takes
you through the basics, and the little extras of getting it right all
the time.
You'll want to know
loads of things like:
What
samples to
make
How to
make the
most of your presentation
Ideas on
displaying your craft work and materials
How to
look back
and assess how it went
This book will give
you that information plus loads more.
It's choc-full of
ideas on making the most of your presentation.
From preparing
your materials, researching the audience and your travel arrangements,
introductions, the presentation layout/display and the talk itself. All
the things you'd want to know when starting out.
Take a look at the
chapter headings to give you an idea of the contents:
Considering
the
facts
Launching
out
I'll tell
you
what they want
Putting
on a
display
Talking
the talk
How was
it for
you?
I'll take you through each chapter one at a
time...
1. Considering the facts
This
chapter
offers you a crafters' preparation crib with ideas on researching your
subject, and your audience
It also
prompts
you to consider your unique selling point
2. Launching out
Here
you'll find
out how to make contacts whilst setting your charges for your talk
A telephone call
checklist offers valuable prompts in what to record when those requests
start coming in
How do you write
an introductory letter? Loads of ideas on what to include and how to
make a good impression
Do you want a
business card? Think about what details you want to include and how to
get it printed
3. I'll tell you want they want
You'll
learn
essential teaching strategies that include using visual prompts
How do
you
communicate your message? Run through the notes on the importance of
tone, pitch and emphasis
How to
use your
voice to focus attention, ask questions and make a point
4. Preparing your talk
This
chapter
concentrates on planning your talk; breaking it down into the various
parts
Decide on
what
you want to say and the best way to say it
What
prompts
might you need?
What
samples
could you include to help with visual and oral learning?
How can you
project yourself and communicate?
You'll need to
think about how and where to stand during your talk - are you static or
mobile?
Tables - you'll
need one or two, and some tablecloths so plan this now
Displaying your
craft. Plan it meticulously so that it doesn't come out
differently every time - unless you like it that way!
5.Talking the talk
A great
chapter
on affirmations and visualisations. If they can use them for
sports excellence then think what you can achieve!
Simple
strategies
to stop you hyperventilating once you're on your feet
Preparing
an
introduction - they'll be so grateful
You're
on:
starting to speak
Tell them
what
you're going to tell them, tell them, then tell them what you told
them: the 3 tier sandwich
6. How was it for
you?
Essentials for
looking back on how it went; not just for them, but for you too
What could you
change for the better? There's a checklist included for you to
use. Be honest with yourself
Feedback forms;
you may want to use them
Ideas on what
next if you want to take things further
This information will have you giving those
scintillating talks that no-one will want to miss.
Imagine: you're
talking with confidence about your specialist subject, confident in
what you're saying, because you've mastered the three P's:
planning,
preparation and presentation
With this
information you'll have them all enthralled!
I remember when
people began coming up to me and telling me how much they enjoyed my
talks.
Why was that? The answer was simple: I loved what
I
did.
I knew my stuff, I liked sharing my knowledge and I used
humour
and involvement to make the audience part of the process.
So it wasn't me and
them
(or me versus them) anymore.
It was us...
With this thinking
you'll make all the difference. They'll be asking you back - and
recommending you. It's not difficult.
You
can make money
sharing what you know, if you make it a fun learning experience.
So if you're looking
for tips and hints from someone who's been there, this is the book for
you. A simple step-by-step 'what to think about' before launching
yourself into the world of craft speaking.
With Giving
scintillating craft talks you'll soon be a confident speaker and
demonstrator. All it takes is a little preparation mixed with
enthusiasm.
Decide now to learn
what it takes to turn your specialism into a profitable speaking
programme.
I've been on craft speaking and engagements now for the
past 15 years.
If
YOU want to make money from sharing YOUR craft then this is for you.
Order now to get this ebook.
You're one click
away from getting essential information to kick-start a new sideline,
or career in public speaking. Talking about what you know!
Many people
put public engagements at the top of their 'worst things to do'
list.
But it doesn't have to be. Not anymore.
What would you
expect to pay for 15 years of public speaking experience? What value would you
put on feeling prepared and positive each
and every time you step onto
your particular platform? What price have you already paid for
not sharing your expertise?
It's impossible to
calculate how much income you may have missed out on from not sharing
what you know and love. £250, £500, more?
Then think how
one book might move you out into that lucrative market.
What price would you
put on something that gently took you from where you are now in your
thinking and self belief, to a new confidence in speaking and showing
your craft.
It's my firm belief
that anyone who has a gift, or some special knowledge is duty-bound to
share it with others.
Information is the way we
all move forward.
Allow yourself to
take that step to move yourself forward now.
For just
£24.00 you can start to take advantage of 15 years of craft
speaking, teaching and demonstrating.
You can't lose
with my 100%,
money-back
guarantee
Each and every Greeting Card Guide purchase comes with a 100%
money-back guarantee. I want to be sure that
you
like what you get and that it
doesn’t disappoint you.
If for any reason it fails to live up to your expectation, just
contact me within 56
days (8 weeks) of purchase and I'll refund you
your money. So your purchase is
risk free.
I'm confident that you'll find "Unravelling
the Art of Craft Speaking"
an
invaluable help in speaking and demonstrating your
craft.
However, if you feel it
doesn't then I’ll be happy to
refund you what you paid.
Go ahead and order now and start planning that talk .
Place
your order for
Giving Scintillating Craft Talks here
Geraldine
Jozefiak
Greeting Card Guide
HIA Professional Demonstrator, Accredited Craft Judge and
Assessor, B.A. Hons (1st)
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