Speakers Have Many Options
Speakers have to realize that not all speeches look the same and we need to be able to adapt to giving speeches that match our situation
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The Power Of Enthusiasm In A Speech
When we give a speech we want our enthusiasm to be visible to our audience and so we need to do things to let it show
How To Convince An Audience
Speakers who have a good idea need to take the time to find ways to convince their audience to support their new idea
How Can You Work Persuasion Into Your Next Speech?
So why do you give speeches? Is it just to hear yourself speak? Is it because you understand the importance of public speaking? I suspect that the answer to this question is “no”. We give speeches because we have information that we want to share with an audience. Our goal for sharing this information is … Read more
Tips To Boost Your Confidence The Next Time You Speak
Let’s face it – giving a speech can be a nerve wracking experience. Sure, you’ve created a speech and hopefully you’ve taken the time to practice it. However, when you are up there standing in front of a room of people who are all staring at you and you are thinking about the importance of … Read more
How A Public Speaker Can Convince Others That They Are Right
You’ve been asked to give a speech on your idea which you just happen to know is the best idea in the whole wide world. The problem that you are facing is that your audience doesn’t know this. When you find yourself in this situation, you are going to have to use your speaking skills … Read more
Public Speakers Can Learn From Lawyers
All too often we like to make fun of lawyers – from telling lawyer jokes to laughing at those very bad late night TV commercials that they run. However, if we step back for a minute, we need to realize that a key part of the job of being a lawyer is to give speeches … Read more
Why Public Speakers Should Cut Out Filler Words
As we all strive to become better speakers, we tend to focus on the big issues: how to write a great speech, how to use our bodies to connect with our audience, etc. However, it turns out that sometimes it can be the little things that can trip us up. Things like using filler words … Read more
Let’s Talk About Your Voice
How’s that voice of yours doing? When you give a speech, how does your audience react? If they aren’t hanging on your every word, do you think that your voice could be having something to do with it? Beware The Monotone Nobody sets out to deliver a speech in a monotone. However, all too often … Read more