Be Different. Be YOU!

“Why fit in when you were born to stand out?” – Dr Seuss Sometimes, what we dread about ourselves are the parts of us that actually makes us ‘US’ and what makes us different from others. But how do we turn them around so we make them instead of our strength? Our ultimate brand to be the best speaker or presenter? In this episode, Toni speaks about the beauty of highlighting that thing that’s unique in you. No need to be just like the others. You’re meant to be different; you’re meant to stand out! So, it’s time to figure out today with Toni what within you could make you one of the best speakers in this day and age! KEY TAKEAWAYS What makes you different should not be stifled but rather be highlighted. It’s what separates and makes you stand out from the rest. Use it to your advantage. Make it your personal brand. Understand your body language, your speech patterns, your accent, your fashion or anything that makes you different. See how you can emphasize them and make them memorable when you are on stage. Look for the best speakers who you can mimic or learn from. One of the unique speakers that you should be observing is Eric Thomas. Eric Thomas not just plainly narrates his past experiences, but rather prefers shouting them enthusiastically. Another one is Eric Wahl whose an American graffiti artist and a motivational speaker. He creates paintings while delivering speeches. Don’t try anything that is not really in your character and you’re not happy with. And, more importantly, don’t change anything in you that could possibly help you achieve success. Take a risk. There will be times that it won’t work out, but once it does, the sky’s the limits. It’ll be easier to move forward to attain your goals. BEST MOMENTS “Be different, be authentically unique, and most of all, be you.” “Who wants to be a boring speaker who looks at their screen watching their presentation, reading their own PowerPoint presentation?” “You need to be a character so stand up and stand out.” “You got to be true to yourself, you got to encourage your own traits, you got to emphasise who you are, and don’t apologise for who you are.” VALUABLE RESOURCES Progressive Property ABOUT THE HOST Toni Gargan is a Double World Record-holding Public Speaker, Mentor, Entrepreneur, and Professional Property Investor. She acts as the Director at Owen Oliver Property, a family-run property investment company helping others gain passive income through investing. Aside from building her amazing property portfolio, she’s also a full-time mentor for property investors through Progress Property and Unlimited Success. Toni has since then discovered her true passion – helping others by training and mentoring through public speaking. She now hosts her own show, Presenting, Pitching & Public Speaking Podcast, which aims to help you be confident, improve your speaking & communication skills and present better for you, your team, and your business. CONTACT METHOD Toni’s LinkedIn Toni’s Twitter