Description

In this episode of "Real Insight," host Myke sits down with Carmen Sederino, a seasoned presenter and communication expert. Carmen shares her journey from a shy child to a confident presenter, drawing from her background in performing arts. They explore the importance of effective communication and presentation skills in entrepreneurship, discussing how these skills can impact business success. Learn valuable insights on overcoming presentation anxiety, mastering body language, and finding the right balance between preparation and spontaneity.

Carmen Sederino is a Powerhouse Presenter, Performer, and Entrepreneur. Her presentation style is warm, authentic and enveloping. When Carmen occupies the front of the room it barely even feels like you’re watching a presentation.

She manages to make you feel like it's just you and her in a room, and she’s talking directly to you and quite simply that’s what good presenting is about.
Carmen is also the founder of Illuminated Story, a business she built from the ground up with the sole intention of helping you become clear, confident and compelling in front of your audience.

In this Episode of Real InSight we delve into Carmen skills and abilities, how they came to be, and what advice she has for young females looking to better balance a career, personal pursuits and a family.

Special thanks to the team at Corsair Solutions and Lumens AV for sponsoring this episode.
Real Insight is recorded on Lumens A50P’s and the Lumens LC200 recorder.

Main Talking Points:

1. Carmen's Journey: From Shy Child to Confident Presenter

   • Despite being a shy child, Carmen's love for acting and theater laid the foundation for her presentation skills.
   • Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Performing Arts and film and television further honed her abilities.

2. 18 Years in a Male-Dominated Industry: Discovering the Power of Presenting

   • Carmen's career journey, starting from the shop floor to becoming a national manager, taught her the importance of presentation skills.
   • The transformative impact of coaching introverted employees to deliver powerful presentations.

3. From School Valedictorian to Empowering Presentations

   • Carmen's experience as a school valedictorian inspired her to embrace the power of presenting.
   • Realizing the scarcity of individuals comfortable with public speaking, she recognized the potential of this skill.

4. Understanding the Inhibitors to Effective Public Speaking

   • The fear of being judged and feeling exposed are common inhibitors to effective public speaking.
   • Transforming anxiety into energy and excitement to engage the audience positively.

5. Building Effective Communication: The Three Pillars of Presentation

   • Carmen's coaching framework focuses on clarity, confidence, and compelling delivery of the message.
   • Empowering clients to become clear on their message, confident in their delivery, and compelling in engaging their audience.

6. Balancing Preparation and Spontaneity in Presentations

   • Like training for sports or learning an instrument, presenting requires practice and repetition.
   • Finding the balance between scripting and improvisation to create engaging and authentic presentations.

7. Reading the Audience: Injecting Spontaneity into Your Presentation

   • Being attuned to the audience's reactions allows presenters to inject casual and spontaneous elements.
   • Engaging with the crowd and adapting the presentation to suit their preferences.

8. The Empowering Effects of Mastering Presentation Skills

   • Presenting is not about ego but about achieving desired outcomes and creating impact.
   • Overcoming presentation anxiety and honing effective communication skills can lead to personal growth and enhanced career opportunities.