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Every speech is a glorious opportunity to get a message across.
Act like there is nowhere else in the world you would rather be.
If you don't enjoy your topic and get excited about the opportunity, your audience won't either.
When accepting
a speech ask
Why are you invited?
Why is this group assembled?
How many people will be there?
Where is the speech to be delivered (gym, theater, restaurant, large or small room)?
How much time do you have?
Etc. Etc. Etc.
Speech signals
to audience
I know who YOU are and I CARE
I will not waste your time
I know my subject
I am finished
and more…
"The
best way to have a good speech is to have a good beginning and a good ending...
and have them close together."
Before you write word one, know who you are talking to and what you would like them to know. Make sure you meet their needs in what you say.
To support your "home base" or main message, there should be no more than three key supporting messages.
Audiences are always asking "WIIFM?" (What's In It For Me?) Tell them what and tell them why.
The ideal length of a speech is 15 to 20 minutes with 10 minutes of questions and answers.
Your
conclusion must also be effective - it leaves that all-important final impression
on your audience. Be prepared to offer another conclusion after a question
and answer period.
the list
continues in the seminar…
"If you can say in 15 minutes what you can also say in an hour, please, say it in 15 minutes!"
The
Introduction - some thoughts…
Your opening must be effective. You have only thirty seconds to two minutes
to grab your audience.
Ask a question of the audience. It could be rhetorical or it could ask for a response - either verbal or a show of hands.
Use a statement that attracts attention, arouses curiosity, surprises the audience or is particularly informative.
"The 3 "be's" of a good speech - be brief, be sincere and be seated."
Preparation
for Delivery - a few key pointers…
Read text outloud several times.
Read text standing in front of a mirror (or on a video camera) to establish a rhythm looking up and down - record it on audio tape if no camera is available.
Memorizing your open and close will help keep optimum eye contact with the audience.
Expect and accept nervousness.
On
the day of your presentation, arrive early so you can not only meet people
but check out equipment and familiarize yourself with your surroundings.
there's
more….
Delivery
- some ideas…
Up to 93% of communication is non-verbal, so how you look, sound, and come
across are vitally important.
When writing a presentation, write like you talk.
Involve your audience (for example, by asking individuals questions, calling for a show of hands on a subject)
Use gestures as they add to both your look and sound
Move around if you can as it is more interesting to the audience and may help
you burn off nervous energy.
the list
continues in our training…
"A
short speech may not be the best speech...
but the best speech is usually a short one."
Humor
- a few suggestions…
Have a message - then if no one laughs, it doesn't matter.
Avoid dialects unless you are good at them.
A story making fun of yourself or a mistake you made is
usually
well received.
If
you are not funny, don't use humor at all
we'll teach
you more…
"The more you say, the less people remember."
Visual
Aids - some tips…
Visuals should be simple and to the point; include only information you plan
to discuss.
Use as few words as possible - don't put more words on a slide than you would on a T-shirt or bumper sticker.
Center yourself in front of the group and place the easel or screen to one side
Carry an extra bulb, a spare copy of a tape or whatever. Be prepared for the worse case scenario to give your speech without any visual support.
Avoid
talking to your graphics - keep your eyes on your audience.
and many
other ways discussed in our seminars...
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