Have you ever asked yourself this question: “How do I move while presenting?”. As a speech coach, I hear it a lot. “Should I stand still?” “Should I cross my arms?” “Should I pace?” etc. If you are asking yourself these questions, check out Dan Gilbert’s fascinating Ted speech above, and specifically notice the way he moves. I think Mr. Gilbert is very comfortable with his movement style.

The answer to the question “how do I move when presenting” is simple; move in a way that is organic to you. There is no right way to move. If you feel comfortable standing still, stand still. If you feel comfortable pacing a bit, go for it. If you feel comfortable gesturing, so be it. Notice the operative word in the previous sentences; comfortable. If you believe wholeheartedly in the idea that there is no right way to move, you will feel free to move in a way that is unique to you. So how do you test out your movement possibilities? Break the rules. Once you’ve crafted your speech, try practicing it while doing things you enjoy that require some movement. Love cooking? Great, practice your presentation while chopping onions. Jogging nut? Great, recite your presentation while you jog around the park. Shoot some hoops and recite your presentation. I’m not suggesting that you jog around the podium as you present, that’s crazy. I’m suggesting that if you begin to associate your presentation with movement you enjoy doing while you rehearse you may find yourself moving in a way that is satisfying to you when you present.

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