Have you ever listened to someone talk and felt a little lost, like you didn't know where they were going? That can happen when a speaker doesn't use "signposts" — words that show you where you are in a talk. In this episode, I practice using signposts and sticking to one clear example the whole way through.

Intro — I explain what this podcast is about and what skill I'm working on today: using clear signposts and sticking to one example without rambling.

My Belief — I share something I really believe: that a coffee mug isn't just a cup, it's a reminder of memories and good times.

My Example — I talk about my coffee mug from Wisconsin and the memories it brings back.

Summary — I wrap up my point about coffee mugs and what they mean to me.

Wrap-Up — I talk about how the episode went, what worked, and what I still want to get better at.

Thanks for listening! If you want to reach out, my email is speakingclearlypodcast@gmail.com

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Copyright - 2026 Patrick

Do you ever start talking and then forget where you were going? That happens to me a lot! In this episode, I try something new to help me stop rambling. It is called "speaking in frames." It means I talk about one thing by looking at three parts: the past, the present, and the future.

I use this new way of speaking to talk about learning new skills. First, I tell a story about learning to ride a unicycle. Then I talk about a skill I'm working on right now — being a better public speaker. Last, I talk about a skill I want to learn in the future.

I'm still working on this, so I still ramble sometimes! But using frames is helping me stay more organized. If you also want to talk without rambling, maybe this idea can help you too.

Email - speakingclearlypodcast@gmail.com

Copyright - 2026 Patrick

Do you find it hard to say what you are actually thinking when speaking on the spot?

In Episode 15 of Speaking Clearly, I push my unscripted talking limits to share a raw story about digital distraction, phone screens, and real-world focus. In this unedited daily workout, I explain how a special 4-sentence paragraph structure can help you talk for 5 to 8 minutes without running out of ideas.

Say Hello: Send me an email at speakingclearlypodcast@gmail.com to tell me what goals you are working on!

Email - speakingclearlypodcast@gmail.com

Copyright - 2026 Patrick