TED: How to speak so that people want to listen | Julian Treasure

The video explores the power of the human voice and how to use it effectively. It identifies seven negative speaking habits to avoid and introduces the HAIL framework—Honesty, Authenticity, Integrity, and Love—as positive foundations for impactful communication. The speaker also discusses a toolbox of vocal techniques, including register, timbre, prosody, pace, silence, pitch, and volume, to enhance speech delivery. Vocal warm-up exercises are demonstrated to prepare the voice for important speaking engagements. The video concludes with a vision of a world where sound is created and consumed consciously.

What is the main reason the speaker believes the human voice is powerful?

• It can start a war or express love.

• It is the loudest sound in the world.

• It is unique to each individual.

• It can be heard over long distances.

Which of the following is NOT one of the 'Seven Deadly Sins of Speaking'?

• Gossip

• Judging

• Positivity

• Dogmatism

What does the 'H' in HAIL stand for?

• Honesty

• Humility

• Harmony

• Happiness

Which quality in HAIL is described as 'standing in your own truth'?

• Integrity

• Authenticity

• Love

• Honesty

What is the effect of speaking with a lower register?

• It is associated with power and authority.

• It makes the speaker sound more cheerful.

• It makes the speaker sound more approachable.

• It is harder for listeners to understand.

What is the term used for speaking in a monotonous tone?

• Sodcasting

• Monotonic

• Pitching

• Prosody

What is the purpose of vocal warm-up exercises according to the speaker?

• To reduce stage fright

• To improve singing ability

• To increase vocal volume

• To enhance vocal clarity and power