Ep. 180 The Unforgettable Inspiration of John OLeary

<p style="font-weight: 400;">Burned over 100% of his body at 9 years old, John O’Leary lives a story of great inspiration. Today he talks with Darren and Mark about his life’s journey and speaking career. John also dispenses advice on how to be a relatable and unforgettable presenter.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">SNIPPETS:</p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Don’t think ‘marketing’; think ‘service’</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">The smaller the audience, the more difficult the talk</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Be radically authentic and highly relatable</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Begin with the audience’s need in mind</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Taking risks allows you to be great</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Change the temperature in the room</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Our best stories have very little to do with us</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Respect your audience; meet them where they are</li> <li>Keep leaving breadcrumbs for your audience to follow</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Move the audience to laughter and tears; share trauma and drama</li> </ul>