Interview with Kate Agbontaen
In an exclusive interview with Exceller Books, author Kate Agbontaen shares her experience of writing her recent book ‘A- Z Mastering the Art of Public Speaking’ and talks about why this book is a complete guide for anyone who wants to enhance their public speaking skill for career, social requirement or boosting self-confidence.
Exceller Books: Heartiest congratulations to you on getting your first book published. What did you want to achieve through this book?
Kate: Thank you so much. I got motivated to write this book when I discovered that a lot of people find it difficult to speak in public. I wanted to help them with the unique techniques of public speaking.
Exceller Books: Do you really believe that public speaking ability can be taught or is it something people are naturally born with?
Kate: Yes, I strongly believe that public speaking ability can be taught. You see, not everyone was born with natural eloquence; some people need to be taught how to adequately and effectively speak in public. Public Speaking is an art, you need to master it.
Exceller Books: Can you explain how this book will be beneficial not only to students but also to adults and just about anybody who wants to improve their speaking skills?
Kate: This book ‘A-Z Mastering the Art of Public Speaking’ contains sufficient details of what anyone who wants to improve their public speaking skills should know. So anyone who reads this book and practices what they read, will definitely discover an increasing ability in public speaking.
Exceller Books: What would be your 5 easy tips for people to boost their confidence during a public speech?
Kate: My 5 easy tips would be
- Always bear in mind before you start speaking that people are not there to see you but to hear what you have to say.
- Practice, practice, practice. Knowing exactly what you are going to say will reduce your anxiety.
- Take deep breaths to relax your muscles.
- Arrive early to the venue where you are speaking, it gives you time to relax and rehearse some more.
- Take advantage of opportunities to chat and connect with people before your presentation starts, this will make you more relaxed when you start speaking as they will no longer feel like strangers.
Exceller Books: Your quest to impact others is not only limited to this book. You have also created several online courses, founded an online platform called ‘Unique Brand Academy’ where you train women. Tell us about your entrepreneurial journey in brief.
Kate: Yes, with over 5 years as a successful entrepreneur, I decided to impact others with my knowledge. This is what prompted me to create my online courses and online platform where i train other women who are just starting out there business or want to scale up their business. I run an intensive online training for people who want to improve their communication and public speaking skills.
That’s great Kate. Thanks for your valuable time. I am sure, with your long experience and unique expertise, you will continue to touch many lives. We wish you all the best for your future endeavors as a writer.
