Upgrade Your Public Speaking Game with Rahul Kolle
In this episode, I talk with Rahul Kolle, a Network Consulting Engineer at Cisco by profession and a passionate public speaking coach by calling. Rahul has trained over 5,000 professionals in presentation skills and has served as a TEDx curator. With his deep understanding of public speaking, storytelling, and design thinking, Rahul shares insights on how to upgrade your speaking skills.
Rahul’s journey into public speaking began when he was just four years old, and he credits his parents’ encouragement and his teachers’ efforts for shaping his passion for the stage. He shares invaluable lessons on how to avoid common mistakes in public speaking, the importance of storytelling, and how to engage a “cold” audience effectively.
In this episode, we discuss:
- • Rahul’s early passion for speaking – How his parents and teachers helped him embrace public speaking from a young age.
- • Mistakes to avoid in public speaking – Rahul shares lessons learned from his earlier speaking experiences.
- • The power of storytelling – Why storytelling is a crucial skill in public speaking and how to practice it.
- • Video etiquette tips – How to make a good impression on video calls.
- • Engaging a “cold” audience – Techniques for connecting with unfamiliar or knowledgeable audiences.
“Public speaking is not just about speaking – it’s about connection, influence, and persuasion.” – Rahul Kolle
Links & Resources:
• Rahul Kolle’s personal website
• Rahul Kolle on Instagram