Energetic, Active Style

I saw a great teaching lesson yesterday morning at a men's group -- the power of energy.

One man started the meeting and gave the announcements. Guys were still talking, milling around. This man stood there with a mike, but has a low-key presentation style. He scanned the room but had limited eye contact with individuals. I've talked with this man and I know he has a great heart and sincerely loves what he is doing.

Then another man got up, enthusiastically grabbed the mike and launched into his short presentation. He *exuded* energy. He moved around the big room. He made penetrating eye contact and called men by name. He waved his arms and had a huge smile. When we politely applauded the primary speaker he introduced, he chided us and said, "That's a Garden Club welcome, give him a real welcome!" -- and we applauded loudly and longer.

My observation is that with larger groups, the presenter/teacher has to really work at projecting energy and making connections with individuals in the group. Once that is done the speaker or teacher can effectively use quieter tones, less body language, and people can still be engaged.

Have you seen this? What's been your experience? Any suggestions to relay?