How to stop saying Um and Ah - easy fix

[zyxwut]

I've noticed a couple of major factors in why people fall back on ums and uhs. One is that people are thinking and talking at the same time, which leads to unclear and weakened communication. The other is that people wish to keep the floor to finish their thought, especially in group conversation and use ums and uhs as placeholders so they aren't interrupted. The key to remember is that you can't talk the way you might write, constantly editing yourself or hedging on what you're saying. It's best to think through what you're going to say and how you're going to say it ahead of time, letting the power of your point overcome any nerves about communicating it, and then have it out and let it go. It takes practice, even years, but it's entirely worth it.

[SummerMeyers]

"What is the most powerful tool in your possession." Holds up knives--- well that escalated quickly....🙈🤭

[ChristopherFranko]

whoa mind blowing, when you said "you should practice closing your mouth" i laughed to myself because my mom always tells me that.. and then you laughed.. and for a moment we were sharing a laugh and it was like you were watching me! O_O

[HydroVlogs]

I never noticed how much I said umm until I started recording a podcast. This video was super helpful thank you.

[siger]

The thing is that I dont even know when I'm doing it. Until I record myself and its like every sentence

[savagesfortruth]

My teacher use to say if your not passionate about what your saying then you get nervous because you are trying to come up with an explanation rather than a good explanation. If you are passionate about what you’re saying you will say what you mean even if you are scared of talking.

[RenegadeThrifter]

This is like, uh, the best tip I found in a long time. After doing Over 400 videos combined on YouTube, FB, and IG, I noticed that I said way to many uh. This is a total game changer that I’m able to implement immediately. Thanks 🙏

[onemelissa]

This makes the most sense out of the other videos I looked up about this tiny verbal annoyance. Thank you very much for posting. I've listened to voicemails where I have ummmed and I had to erase and re-record. That will definitely make you aware of how you sound to other people.

[NorhanizaRomzan]

Amazing tips. I should practice closing my mouth while thinking. :)

[_EternalAurora]

Thank you I will definitely use this advice for my podcast recordings

[ClearLooks]

Amazing tip, worked instantly. In fact, it forces me to think and organize what I want to say ahead so I'm not thinking and speaking at the same time, which has been my problem.

[Bazzillion.]

You are a GENIUS this is by far the most effecylt thing I've ever received from any video

[mounikathalla]

I will try to follow it sir, thank you.

[imdarkbringer]

I appreciate the tips you offered. I have just recently garnered a following on my channel and began to upload content with me speaking. I realized in all my videos I found myself pausing and saying uhh or umm several times and was embarrassed of the constant use of the two. I tend to think rapidly with several precise thoughts coming and going and it becomes difficult to articulate myself appropriately with my audience, although in my head it makes sense it just seems to come out as if I'm completely lost on what I want to say. I will be applying these tips in my future content

[ninahunt]

Thanks for this video. I’m going to try it as I’ve just received a comment on one of my videos from someone saying they love my videos, but have to turn the sound off because they find my constant use of the word ‘um’ so annoying! 🤞

[ALEXH]

Thank you. It's always been a big draw on my confidence and this has really helped me.

[uditgoenka]

David, you are amazing. Not only your video was helpful, but you were hilarious with your one liners.

[fatwalletboy]

Im sick of being conscious that i am urring and umming in job interviews but i vow never to replace it with the word "so".
Will try your technique over 2 days and see if i can improve how I communicate.great video. Short and to the point 👍

[lawforthelay]

This guy is adorable!! “Bush fly” but also very helpful - cheers mate!

[imystrohdg]

When he said close your mouth I cackled loudly.. because it was simple and I immediately understood how affective it can be.. good job