The WORST Public Speaking Advice You Keep Hearing 🤐 Jay’s SCOOP | Ep. 457
Thu Feb 05 2026
Most advice on public speaking is total garbage that makes you sound robotic. Jay Schwedelson reveals why common tips like memorizing your script or practicing in front of a mirror are actually sabotaging your success. Whether you are on a big stage or in a small conference room, learn why being perfect is boring and how to instantly connect with any audience without telling a single joke.
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Best Moments:
(01:47) Why memorizing your speech is the fastest way to bore your audience
(02:26) The reason practicing in front of a mirror is a total waste of time
(02:40) Why you should never practice in silence and how noise helps you prepare
(03:45) Stop opening with a joke and try this relatable tactic instead
(05:15) The myth of standing still and why you need to physically fill the space
(06:45) Why ending with a summary is a mistake and what you should do to drive action
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Check out Jay’s YOUTUBE Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@schwedelson
Check out Jay’s TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@schwedelson
Check Out Jay's INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jayschwedelson/
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Pre-order Jay Schwedelson’s new book, Stupider People Have Done It (out April 21, 2026). All net proceeds are donated to The V Foundation for Cancer Research—let’s kick cancer’s butt: https://www.amazon.com/Stupider-People-Have-Done-Marketing/dp/1637635206
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Most advice on public speaking is total garbage that makes you sound robotic. Jay Schwedelson reveals why common tips like memorizing your script or practicing in front of a mirror are actually sabotaging your success. Whether you are on a big stage or in a small conference room, learn why being perfect is boring and how to instantly connect with any audience without telling a single joke. ㅤ Best Moments: (01:47) Why memorizing your speech is the fastest way to bore your audience (02:26) The reason practicing in front of a mirror is a total waste of time (02:40) Why you should never practice in silence and how noise helps you prepare (03:45) Stop opening with a joke and try this relatable tactic instead (05:15) The myth of standing still and why you need to physically fill the space (06:45) Why ending with a summary is a mistake and what you should do to drive action ㅤ Check out Jay’s YOUTUBE Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@schwedelson Check out Jay’s TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@schwedelson Check Out Jay's INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jayschwedelson/ ㅤ Pre-order Jay Schwedelson’s new book, Stupider People Have Done It (out April 21, 2026). All net proceeds are donated to The V Foundation for Cancer Research—let’s kick cancer’s butt: https://www.amazon.com/Stupider-People-Have-Done-Marketing/dp/1637635206