I'm recording episodes of my new podcast, speaking on front of groups of around 200 people and getting on a lot of conference calls and I want to develop that charismatic and influential voice that exudes confidence and authority.
How to improve the quality of your voice?
Breathe slowly and deeply.
Correct breathing is one on the first fundamentals for singers, martial artists, and yoga students.
Speak slower.
Slowing your pace of speaking will deepen the tone of your voice and make it easier to listen to. Also your words will tend to be better enunciated.
Stand tall.
Correct posture weather sitting or standing allows you to breathe easier and project well.
Don’t strain your throat.
Be well rested. Avoid speaking at the time of day when you are low on energy. Don’t yell. Use a microphone when appropriate.
Avoid dairy products.
Before speaking don’t drink milk or eat cheese because that tends to create phlegm in your throat. The safest liquid to drink is lemon tea or room temperature water.
Yawn.
Immediately before speaking, yawn (discreetly). This relaxes your throat. Morgan Freeman confessed that he uses this technique regularly.
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George Torok
PS: I hosted a radio show for 19 years and have been coaching and training presenters for at least 19 years.
Answered 9 years ago
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