How to captivate an audience in less than 30 seconds

Ever wondered how to get your message across in a presentation? Nathan Gold works with courses and coaching in presentation skills. In this lecture he explains how to captivate an audience in 30 seconds! Silicon Valley-based Gold provides several new and useful presentation tips. Do you dare to change your presentation?

[@SoloPilot6]

You missed one. Instead of a metaphor, there is also the talent of telling the exact truth, in a way that not only is immediately misinterpreted, but also makes the listener ask "did he REALLY say that?" or "what does THAT mean?" I was at one of these presentations, and everyone was to stand up and tell what their job was, in one sentence, then sit down. At the end, we had to write down which one we wanted to know more about. Everyone there picked the same guy, who stood up and said "I pass gas for a living." The moderator changed the presentation on the fly, having everyone write down what they thought his job actually was. He was well dressed and well groomed, with a clear voice and intelligent look. We all guessed that he was an anesthesiologist, and were smug that we understood the slang used by medical professionals. And we were all WRONG -- he drove a PROPANE DELIVERY truck. I can't tell you anything specific about what anyone else there did, just him and me. There were some real estate people, a couple of doctors and nurses, a college professor, a motorcycle cop, etc. . . .but were just people doing stuff that people who attend those presentations do. Every time I see a propane truck, or think about "passing gas" in any sense of the phrase, I remember the one guy there who didn't have a business card.

[@ThesoundofSilenceshh]

Love this! Thank you for sharing!! Awesome

[@Douglas_Gillette]

Being funny. Comedy.

[@pastorisaac3235]

When is "passing gas" to mean "propane delivery" telling the exact truth? I know what you're trying to say, but the exact truth it isn't. It's using a funny figure of speech to make it interesting. He was just playing around with context.

[@SoloPilot6]

@@pastorisaac3235 When is propane delivery NOT "passing gas" . . ?

[@pastorisaac3235]

@@SoloPilot6 when you are NOT releasing it into the atmosphere.

[@ayubboanasiburian9745]

"It may not feel the most comfortable, but it looks the most comfortable to your audience." THIS is what so many people need to hear.

[@jyothirthomas8734]

What a brilliant presentation , not just info , makes one move up , great takeaways . Gratitude Mr Gold. A story indeed

[@Snatthaphong]

One of the best lectures ever!

[@ady8097]

Excellent. Thank you for posting. For sharing.

[@ZorbaPress]

This is excellent, not just another motivation video. Many great takeaways here. Thanks very much, Nathan Gold.

[@rosalindkennedy4624]

You captivated me in 30 seconds and I remained interested for the whole duration, wow a success from a tictok brain. Didn’t know I could learn so much in that time, not a moment was wasted and very useful. Thank you ops should have thanked you at the beginning.

[@jeffhoffmann3620]

👍✨

[@mouradez-zouyn2982]

In order to captivate the audience in just 30 sec i need to watch 30 min. You see how hard it is to achieve the good work

[@ebennin]

LOL!

[@patrickgriffin4221]

He wasted the first minute telling us he wasn't going to waste a minute of our time.

[@Chenje_et_al92]

@@patrickgriffin4221 to do

[@kingsxkids]

@@patrickgriffin4221 yes, but how much did you pay?

[@patrickgriffin4221]

@@kingsxkids At least one minute of my time.🤣🤣

[@handcraftedconstruction438]

Wonderful..wonderful presentation… proof you can learn priceless information for free. Thank you!!!

[@masterphotog4131]

Thank you for a great video! Keep up the good work!

[@yakie46]

What a great educational video! Thank you 🙏 very much!

[@elidireye8493]

I wish I had an incredible speech training as such in my teens. Great delivery! I stayed interested throughout the session. Thank you!

[@annhewitt6471]

Put me on to pixel old version.

[@sajithjayasinghe5636]

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[@hussainabbas1341]

Amazing Presenter, Thank You so much.

[@musicisamazing8349]

I honestly wished I had teachers as captivating. Even if I can get distracted, he does know how to make people laugh, and I like presenters that make me laugh. Thanks for this!

[@WRCWPLX]

Go to the comedy club!

[@evelina7526]

He gives cliffhangers, and use some simple tricks to both catch and keep the attention of even me that normally have an attention span that is like dory the blue fish in finding nemo. Great presentation, saving The advices!

[@EphraimGrateful]

Nathan! That was an excellent presentation! 💥💥💥 Take aways Use stories, metaphors and analogies People are always paying attention to Money Security What makes them feel significant Sex Use your face during your talk, it communicates most of your message How Your voice is used is also crucial component of what people hear.

[@johnmiglautsch4587]

Found the magic power of emotional appeal as a .pdf, thanks :)

[@alonitadoctor2257]

Thank yoU Nathan Gold! :-) GOD Bless yoU!

[@inaedwardson5384]

Thanks Nathan so so grateful I found you. This is gold nuggets Wow and this is going to help me build confidence and knowledge in designing a unique speech about my personal life experience. I was bought up in the ole education system around metaphors, similes but I hated doing speechs in front of the class room - was like facing a firing squad! - Thank You and God Bless. So my Take Aways (not not Food) USe Storys. Analogies and Similes, my protective armour... Cheers

[@marcohanig176]

Off the charts useful!

[@videos4mydad]

what is so incredible about the "F" excercise is that I KNEW there were going to be missed "F"s that belong to words that I will most likely skip over - and I STILL counted 3 Fs. Missing the "of"s.

[@BlueOriginAire]

I counted 5, but people stood up for 6??? Where ?? l don't see 6 🤔🧐👨🏻‍💻

[@quackerduck17]

Same, I managed to miss the 2nd "of". There are 3 oFs, plus Finished, Files and scientiFic.

[@lifeandtext]

Very helpful, thank you!

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[@robbieau88]

Great presentation on how story builds a why.

[@ThisRussellBrand]

Amazing examples

[@richardtan1676]

I think anyone who saw more than 3 F's have an over-active imagination. Thanks for sharing such useful stuff.

[@trishalaw8355]

These type of people like to see what they want to see and it happens all over the world. They do not want to believe what's really in front of them

[@michellesmith7801]

Yes! This was a great useful educational presentation. I'm grateful I came across it at such a time.

[@theindiantale3291]

I think he fooled you big time.

[@johnbothwell9687]

🎉😢

[@user-ki5lz8ln5u]

Nathan! That was an excellent presentation! 💥💥💥

[@jeanettelundberg8055]

As I am preparing to offer a presentation of exercises for balance safety in context of life's demands, it is good to get my tools refreshed for improving reception.

[@krasimirkolev777]

Thats Gold, thank you

[@satoterian9061]

Excellent reference to Dr Albert Mahrabian's work!

[@jeremysnowdenz]

This was a great reminder. Excellent points. Thank you.

[@niralinirmal8753]

Thank you. Perfect tutorial. Including all major parts

[@lwinzar8401]

what I notice is that good speech comes from good attitude of personalities, so be good persons.

[@paulmerritt2484]

I also would like to say for your consideration to thing of why you seek this audience. If you care about them in what you do they will listen beast. Love is the key to all communication that has understanding. The motive is always clear when it is love. You need to earn trust and respect or they will say Yes and not hear a thing. They will be cautions and even suspicious if they do not understand your motive is love and care for them to teach them something good or bring a good idea to them to consider.

[@NishantChoudharyJi]

Incredible teaching Really incredible

[@ionarait1303]

Great PL thanks.

[@jyotsna465]

Excellent!!

[@daymaster8496]

Great presentation, I learned a few things that I will incorporate into my future videos. Specifically the storytelling.

[@garageband5861]

Thank you so much ❤

[@Butsugen8]

Brilliant video

[@nanashinde9513]

Hon Mr gold sir delighted to watch you for the first time a very innovative video telling deep facts but it is hard to understand preliminary stage will have to view 2 to 3 times then can enable to grasp it very fruitful knowledge I am thnkful for book recommendations new and amazing ones never heard or believed that such incredible books are present to deal with yr brains I am from India many thnx hon gold sir

[@cassievelasquez9056]

Fantastic tips. Thank you!

[@ivanferraz8914]

Romero Brito is a Brazilian artist, proud of him :)

[@reneemejias3536]

Thank you this is a great message. I’m preparing a toastmasters speech tomorrow. I will use this content. Thank you again for sharing.

[@John-ph8rq]

Very informative!

[@barbarajansen6753]

Excellent delivery. A lot of info in a short time. You two are the best!

[@georgesimwa8608]

Greetings from Kenya. Wow!What a great presentation So helpful . Thanks for sharing. Kudos for the good work! George Simwa Author

[@overcomersgroupllc.4198]

Thanks a bunch!👍🏻💯💢💥

[@rodgangloff8540]

This will help me sell my product. A machine that puts you to sleep in 5 second. And when you wake you say ' I have never felt so good, ever! '

[@Sammasambuddha]

A hammer and a needle with meth?

[@AmericanPatriotANomad]

Slowly and always learning!!

[@GurukulStudyCentreIndia]

Thank you 😊

[@etorelly]

Awesome.

[@HeavenlyLights]

WOW. Those 2 exercises right off the bat

[@yankee2666]

There’s a great little book on Amazon entitled, “Hoots and Grunts” that addresses common everyday communication flubs that we make that can push others away from us.

[@gweilospur5877]

“I won’t waste a minute of your time”, then immediately wastes some minutes of their time.

[@avaloftin5670]

Has always thank you.❤

[@GrahamSalisbury1]

What wows me is that he knows a Sydney from Sydney but similarly I have a Sidney from Sidney. I wonder if we know the same Sydney…

[@elisaurj6617]

There is a subtle irony in a video lasting 34 min, about how to captivate an audience in less than 30 seconds

[@HermanRamiro]

Thiis is so helpful

[@markelmslie6832]

I gave you the minute, that's all you're getting!

[@almightyformula]

This a fantastic content.

[@shakiramarshall1042]

I love this

[@sarahwalkerbeach6985]

You do know that you can get through this 34 min video in 17 mins right?

[@thewayoflaw6373]

THANKS

[@pennybutcher1515]

30 seconds in and I haven’t been captivated…

[@akramezzat]

great👍👍

[@ScreenActingSuccess]

Thank you for this opportunity to learn valuable skills. And, to all you fellow viewers, what is the presentation skill that matters most to you?

[@carolekaruri5877]

Wow wow wow.this is so helpful.. u didn't waste a minute of my time

[@yourtv9516]

This was gold by Gold.

[@trishalaw8355]

You people that hated this would love "How to rock the stage - public speaking and presentation skills you can master "Dr. Michelle Dickinson You will love it !

[@Grounded4]

You captivating my attention. I,am bored before 2/3rds of your lecture.

[@babsk4071]

Awwww 🥰SOLARLIGHT 💚👋💕 Dynamic INVENTION !

[@marvincaldwel111]

Hello Babs how are you doing today?

[@sergueymelnikov7977]

6:30 ''they all look the same, smell the same" says Nathan wearing his slim-fit suit and a tie ;)

[@JBudrys]

He was speaking metaphorically.

[@WRCWPLX]

And he opened his presentation just like everyone else!

[@ChrisHodge1978]

30 seconds plus 30 minutes to watch the video!

[@robomatt101]

Bro that first part had me trippin 😂

[@keltiquewood]

Is it not ironic that a video teaching people how to capture their attention in 30 seconds is half an hour long?! ;-)

[@NathanGold]

Interesting. I hear this from people on occasion. What you missed is this: I showed you how you can do the same thing to your audiences with your content but I needed the 30 minutes to show you how. I teach by example. This is not an academic exercise. Take care. Stay safe. Test negative. Be positive.

[@letmebreakitdown2u152]

When he pointed out the other 3 F's I couldn't see it on my mobile device. Can you guys point it out to me?

[@katherinelarocque8622]

Of of of

[@Hein99]

I thought he was going to say "to get everyones attention in the first 30secs ask them to write things down."

[@samrandy3630]

Website for readers digest was wrong. Please provide correct one. Thank you

[@terrellharper5753]

This is gold

[@sisayHabte-fe8jd]

Thank God

[@somodatmedia]

Halfway through, he talks about infusing Getty images into your imagination in order to increase creativity. Paul McCartney said, “the key to creativity is an active imagination.

[@aminedaouk]

hahahah... reminded me of my Friend introducing himself I am George Soyster.... that is Oyster with an S A famous saying by an old friend of mine from Phoenix...

[@JohnSmith-gy4qj]

If you have an injury like I have it gives you more time to stand up. Since my surgery which allowed me to walk again it doesnt allow me to get up from a lying flat position. The soalr light is a great idea but the music is very distracting for anyone with a slight hearing loss. Better to have silence than disturbing music.

[@817law]

So essentially you are saying to beat around the bush to capture the attention of someone.. like a bait n switch…I totally get it!

[@paulgrieve7031]

I don’t know why but this makes me think of watching paint drying backwards. Quit at zero and you win.

[@georgenaugles5039]

Also I wonder regarding Dr. Albert Mehrabian's work, how much bias regarding gender, skin color, and age influence the impressions of face.

[@youngdpslupopo4454]

Nice

[@Overcaffenated]

Promises not to waste one minute of their time, then proceeds to do just that.

[@CyanCooper]

7:20 is his first point.

[@Sammasambuddha]

420 is my last point...uh, joint.

[@alexciocca4451]

When I walked into a meeting I was running I would set off a small firecracker , not to big give everyone a second to settle down and wake up and I had their attention

[@chrismash6057]

Excellent : Total pa Total

[@komander5rose119]

Tq sir

[@theroadsidedentist1331]

Ok now to use these takeaways to make tiktoks or shorts.

[@natashat2930]

Isn't the answer found within the first 30 seconds? He says, "I promise I won't waste a minute of your time." 😄

[@seanbeltanno]

Is it just me, or were other people "not captivated?" I started glazing over at 10 minutes. At 10:30, I decided to post this comment, then move on to another video.

[@djpvma]

I appreciate the info, but, I have to make the joke, that, captivating an audience in 30 seconds or less takes 30 mins to explain. :P Thanks again for the info!

[@Anvilshock]

No, you really don't have to make the joke.

[@djpvma]

@@Anvilshock Yeah, I do. Cuz, I did. And, it's done. So, what now?

[@Anvilshock]

@@djpvma Sure. I was just addressing your terrible misconception that there be a need for it. Because there wasn't. Yet you made it anyhow. So, … yeah.

[@djpvma]

@@Anvilshock Do you always walk around with a stick up your butt, or only when someone disagrees with you or makes a joke? Get a life already. Cuz, based on your replies, you clearly don't have one.

[@akashoulfat2383]

the answer is you have watched this entire techniques so don't complain you have been influenced 😂

[@anhumblemessengerofthelawo3858]

Mmm. When it comes to the meaning of metaphor, the presenter's description was extremely poor. The important point is that the unconscious mind must form a connection; and this takes mental energy, although it happens spontaneously. Mere "data" doesn't _reach_ the subconscious (that great storehouse of lived experience), but is more associated with the ego, and its ability to utilize such for personal gain and so-called reality testing. But metaphor ... has its own language apart from the rational. Herein lies its power. I want to recommend two pieces of literature to those who are interested in understanding the nature of metaphor profoundly (not poorly) and, to be more effective at communication. Would you like that? The first is a short article by Gregory Bateson called _Men Are Grass._ It is delightful. The second is a book by Lankton, called _The Answer Within._

[@BlueOriginAire]

in less than 30 seconds, you caused me to go to your channel and become a new subscriber. Now l am off to read your two suggestions 🧐🤔👨🏻‍💻

[@Kingbenii]

Am I the first to view this this year?

[@bedtimesd.1247]

Great almost 35 minutes for a tip to how to accomplish a 30 second task.