Talk Like TED: The 9 Public-Speaking Secrets of the World's Top Minds

by Carmine Gallo

Remember, if you can’t inspire anyone else with your ideas, it won’t matter how great those ideas are.

Great communicators reach your head and touch your heart.

People who are masters in their field (e.g., art, music, sports, public speaking) have a different way of seeing the world.

In any language, on any continent, in every country, those speakers who genuinely express their passion and enthusiasm for the topic are the ones who stand apart as inspiring leaders.

Effective stories, slides, and body language are important components of a persuasive presentation, yet they mean little if the speaker isn’t passionate about his or her topic. The first step to inspiring others is to make sure you’re inspired yourself.