Today we conclude exploring a tip from my friend Anna Oliver. Anna says: "Who is your audience? What is their age/culture/religious background? Aim to engage them by saying or doing at least one thing they would be able to relate to. Our current society is no longer interested in listening to a 30-minute talk on a topic if there is no attempt by the speaker to engage them/draw their attention.👍 Hope that helps." Anna's tip is so significant we've taking three episodes to unpack it because it has several different facets. If you watched the previous two episodes, you will know that we have discussed understanding the needs of the people we are speaking to and how that shapes the message. Today, we will explore the importance of beginning with connection. Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org YouTube: https://youtu.be/lvY_bri2psI Notes: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-406-your-voice-matters-part-11-spark-tips-for-new-and-inexperienced-speakers-malcolm-cox/ Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/_tpUjtr2U9U Subscribe to my Podcast: https://audioboom.com/channels/4909728.rss Get a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: http://www.malcolmcox.org. Connect with me! Instagram: (https://instagram.com/malcolmcoxteachingtips) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/malcolmccox/) Website: (https://www.malcolmcox.org) Question: How will your understanding of expectations change the way you shape your lesson? I am a qualified solutions-focused coach. You can book a session with me either via the email above or at the website: https://malcolmcoxcoaching.com/ God bless, Malcolm