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Public Speaking Made Easy -
3 Stages To Giving A Knockout Speech!
by Joe DePalma

I have broken down the process of developing and giving a knockout speech into three distinct stages with three main points per stage. That means there are only nine total points for you to learn in order to create and deliver a great speech in even the most nerve-racking of circumstances.

* Public Speaking Made Easy – Stage #1:
Preparing the Speech or Presentation

•  A good speech has five parts:

•  The Introduction: Inform the audience of what you are going to tell
them in your speech.

•  Give your first example.

•  Give your second example.

•  Give your third example.

•  The Conclusion: Remind the audience about what you just told them and then close the speech.

•  If it is allowed, make up note cards for your speech with the general ideas, examples, and specific points of interest that you do not what to leave out. Also, do not write your note cards in full sentences. Make bulleted points of the information you want to remember.

•  Rehearse your speech in front of a mirror until you only need your notes to glance at (for the main ideas if you lose track). Then, give your speech in front of a friend or some family members to help with any stage shock you may have.

* Public Speaking Made Easy – Stage #2:
The Nuts & Bolts of Giving a Speech

•  Even if it is not required for the presentation, dress nicer than your audience. If a suit or business professional attire is not required for the presentation, a collared shirt or blouse with a nice pair of shoes will do. No sneakers or jeans!

•  Speak more slowly and clearly and smile much more than you normally would in an everyday conversation.

** The SIX NEVER-DO'S of Speech Making:

•  Never laugh or giggle during a speech unless you are telling a joke.

•  Never apologize for your performance during the speech.

•  Never, ever read your speech from the note cards.

•  Never lean on or clutch onto the podium.

•  Don't single out one member of the audience and speak just to them.

•  Don't go over the speech time limit. Giving an effective speech within the time limit is a large part of the assignment.

* Public Speaking Made Easy – Stage #3:
The Bells & Whistles of Giving a Speech

•  Use hand motions as you spread your focus around the room to accentuate the main points.

•  Use rate, volume, pitch, and pause to grab the audience's attention and suck them into your speech.

•  Rate = Alter the speed of your speaking throughout the presentation.

•  Volume = Don't be afraid to get very loud or extra soft during your speech.

•  Pitch = Use your vocal range to prvent yourself from being monotone. Don't start and end every sentence the same way.

•  Pause = Simply stop speaking and let the silence do the work for you to place extra emphasize on a main point.

•  If it is plausible, ask the audience if they have any questions at the end of your speech.

* PUBLIC SPEAKING MADE EASY - ACTION STEP *

Using the three sections above, write a five minute speech on a topic of your choice. Then, give the speech in front of a friend or family member. If you need to use note cards as you give the speech, that is okay; however, you must give the speech enough times until you are able to give it while only glancing at your note cards.

Next, when the speech is finished, ask your audience to write down three aspects of your speech that they think need work. Don't argue with your audience's suggestions to improve your speech. Simply take their advice and work it into your speech where it feels comfortable. Then, give your speech again to a different audience and ask for their feedback as well. Do this three times total and record a summary of your audience's suggestions here so you can refer back to them for future speeches.

Summary of audience #1)

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Summary of audience #2)

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Summary of audience #3)

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