How to Deliver a Speech English 10 Mrs

How to Deliver a Speech English 10 Mrs. Gugger

Attitude • Your speech should sound natural – not stiff or uncomfortable – Nobody wants to hear a speech that sounds robotic! • Be confident! • Many people have a fear of speaking in front of people, but your attitude can determine whether your fail…or succeed!

Don’t… • Don’t comment on your own performance before, during, or after your speech. • Apologize for your speaking, especially before you speak. • Don’t chew gum – too casual • Don’t stare at the ground – obviously nervous

Don’t… • Fidget • Give up on yourself! • Don’t wait until the last minute. It’s a lousy habit that holds you back from your goals.

You’re just the messenger! • Don’t get too focused on yourself or how people are regarding you. It’s not all about yourself – it’s about the message you have to share.

Rehearsal • Practice, Practice! • Stand in front of mirror – focus on posture and look in your own eyes • Record yourself – listen to see if everything sounds good. Look for eye contact, facial expressions, and gestures.

Rehearsal • Gather together some friends and family, and present your speech to them • Make eye contact – your audience will know you are sincere if you make eye contact.

Delivery - Gestures • Incorporate gestures - Nobody likes to watch a stiff speaker – Gestures are imperative! • Less is more - Use gestures to emphasize important parts. If you use too many gestures, you’ll look like a windmill.

Delivery - Gestures • Use gestures when using active words. • Don’t forget your most important gesture – your smile!

Delivery – Non-Verbal • Speak loudly – project your voice. - Use volume to emphasize important parts. If you emphasize everything, nothing will seem important. • Slow down! Most people tend to speed up when nervous. No “machine gun” effect

Delivery – Non-Verbal • Vary your pitch -Use inflections – “I love public speaking!” - Don’t slip into monotone - Don’t end every sentence like a question • Pause -Pauses can show emphasis -Many speakers get uncomfortable with the “dead air” that the pause creates

Delivery - Pronunciation • Mispronouncing words as a speaker will harm your credibility • Clearly articulate the words you choose to use – “nuclear, cavalry, etc. ” • Avoid vocal pauses – “like, um, uh, etc. ”