What is a way to practice a speech by yourself?
Recording yourself
How many common delivery options are there?
4
What makes perfect?
Practice
How much time till an audience decides if they're going to be engaged or not?
30-90 seconds
Why should you practice with an audience?
Helps build confidence
Planned ahead of time and is viewed as a conversation between the presenter and audience.
What is extemporaneous speeches?
Why would you memorize your introduction and conclusion?
To start and finish a speech strong
What type of speech do listeners respond the best to?
One with active engagement
What is key in preparation for a speech?
Body language
Presented in a more spontaneous manner without preparation before hand.
Impromptu speeches
Why do you vary the content and delivery in a speech?
Makes it easier to memorize
What kind of speech can help enhance memory skills?
Memorized speeches
How should you practice with an audience?
With a small group
Committed to memory and most difficult type of speech.
Memorized speeches
What should you do before giving a speech?
Exercise lightly, and breathe deeply
What are the four speech delivery types?
extemporaneous, impromptu, manuscript, and memorized
What are the 5 preparation points to remember?
Practice by yourself
Practice with an audience
Hook your audience's attention
Body language
Move around
What is the key element to remember for all types of speeches?
Practice
What is the easiest trick to keeping calm?
Smile
What are the four main focuses areas of captivating an audience?
Varying tone of voice
varying the volume of your voice
varying the speed you talk
appearance