Presenting Your Speech Speech I – Chapter 13 Presenting Your Speech

Presenting Your Speech What do you think is the BEST thing to do to make sure you give a great speech?

Methods of Delivery Impromptu Manuscript Memorized Extemporaneous

Impromptu Given on the spur of the moment with ZERO preparation. Often, impromptu speeches are given when the speaker is surprised by a speaking opportunity.

Manuscript The speech is written out completely and READ to the audience. This does NOT mean that the speaker stares at his or her written speech the whole time!

Memorized Written out completely and recited WORD for WORD. It’s the same as a manuscript speech, except that this one is committed to memory.

Extemporaneous Fully outlined and practiced, but not memorized. The exact wording is left until the speech is given, making it sound spontaneous.

Controlling Stage Fright 3 things you should know about stage fright: Stage fright is NORMAL Your audience is NOT likely to notice your nervousness Experience and practice WILL help

Controlling Stage Fright Before your speech: Prepare carefully and completely Finish far enough ahead of time to get familiar with it Look your best Dress to impress! Relax tense muscles Breathe calmly, close your eyes Give yourself a pep talk Remind yourself that you’re well prepared. Be self-assured Walk with confidence!

Controlling Stage Fright During your speech, you may experience some of the following symptoms: Queasy feeling, butterflies, sweat Dry mouth Stumbling over words Squeaky voice, trembling Strong desire to quit

Managing Nervousness Are there any “tricks” that you have that help you stay calm and deliver your speech?

Improving Nonverbal Behavior Appearance Eye Contact Facial Expressions Effective Gestures Good Posture

Improving - Appearance Your appearance is how you look to your audience. Clothing Grooming Good appearance does NOT guarantee a good speech, but it does help you achieve your goal.

Improving – Eye Contact