10 Mar 2025 · 2 h 26 min
Books from Vinh Giang
“The Public Speaking Expert: This Speaking Mistake Makes People Ignore You! These Small Mistakes Make You Unlikeable!”
Books mentioned
No books were mentioned by name in this conversation (or none could be confirmed in a book catalogue).
The conversation
Vinh Giang, a communication coach and former magician, teaches how to master public speaking by treating the voice as an instrument. He covers techniques like vocal expression, body language, and storytelling to build confidence and likability. The episode also explores his personal journey and the importance of contextual confidence.
Talking points
- Voice as an instrument: melody, volume, rate
- Five foundations of vocal expression
- Record and review process for improvement
- VAKS storytelling formula
- Power sphere and hand gestures
- Small talk frameworks: 3-2-1 and FORD
- Handling interruptions and matching vocal energy
- Personal stories: father as monk, son's autism