1. Practicing Delivery

2. Methods of Delivery  Manuscript Speaking- reading a speech form a written text  Memorized Speaking- delivering a speech word for word from memory without using notes.

3.  Speaking from a written or memorized speech outline without having memorized the exact wording of the speech Notes Should be Brief Notes Should be Legible Notes Should be Unobtrusive Extemporaneous speaking

4. Impromptu speaking Delivering a speech with out advance preparation Predict When You May Be Asked to Speak Accept the Invitation with Assurance Present a Definite Viewpoint Early Present Reasons, Logic, or Facts to Support Your Viewpoint Don’t Apologize Don’t Ramble On

5. Vocal Delivery  Pitch- the highness and lowness of your voice  Voice- the vehicle that communicates the words of the speech  Volume- the loudness of the tone you make  Rate- the speed in which you talk

6.  Quality- the tone, timbre, or sound of voice  Articulation- the shaping of speech sounds into recognizable oral symbols that combines to produce words

7.  Pronunciation- the form and accent of various syllables of a word  Accent- the inflection tone, and speech habits typical of the natives of a particular country, region, state, or city

8. Final tips  Finish drafting your speech at least 2 day before performance  Rehearse your speech aloud to help determine where you need notes  Revise your speech to assist with keeping time requirements  Prepare speaking notes

9.  Rehearse speech standing  Present speech to someone else  Tape or video speech rehearsal  Rehearse with presentation aids  Re-create the speech environment  Practice good delivery skills while rehearsing “ Practice makes perfect if practice is perfect.

10. Guidelines for Delivery Visual Elements Dress Effectively Step Up to Speak with Confidence and Authority Get Set Before Speaking Establish and Maintain Eye Contact Begin Without Looking at Your Notes Stand and Move Effectively Don’t Pack Up Early Move Out Confidently When Finished

11. Guidelines for Delivery Verbal Elements Use an Oral Speaking Style Keep Most Sentences Short Use Personal Pronouns Freely Use the Active Voice Use Contractions Often Address Your Listeners Directly Don’t Emphasize Mistakes Use Proper Vocabulary, Enunciation, and Pronunciation

12. Guidelines for Delivery Vocal Elements Speak with Enthusiasm and Sincerity Speak Loudly Enough to Be Heard Avoid Disfluencies

13. Guidelines for Delivery Speaking on Camera Clothing Face, Eyes, and Body Language Hair Makeup Jewelry Using Notes

14. Question and Answer Sessions When to Answer Questions During the Presentation Allow for Extra Time Promise to Answer Premature Questions Later During the Presentation

15. Question and Answer Sessions How to Manage Questions Start the Ball Rolling Anticipate Likely Questions Clarify Complicated or Confusing Questions Treat Questioners with Respect Keep Answers Focused on Your Goal Buy Time When Necessary Address Your Answer to the Entire Audience Follow Your Last Question with a Summary