How to Handle Impromptu Speaking What does Impromptu

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How to Handle Impromptu Speaking

How to Handle Impromptu Speaking

What does “Impromptu” mean?

What does “Impromptu” mean?

IMPROMPTU MEANS l l not rehearsed without preparation prompted by an occasion spontaneous

IMPROMPTU MEANS l l not rehearsed without preparation prompted by an occasion spontaneous

Benefits of Impromptu Speaking

Benefits of Impromptu Speaking

More Confident More Presentable More Successful ! Be a Good Facilitator!

More Confident More Presentable More Successful ! Be a Good Facilitator!

Can We Handle Impromptu Speeches?

Can We Handle Impromptu Speeches?

TIPS for Answering Impromptu Questions • Be Relaxed • Let Unhelpful Comments Pass •

TIPS for Answering Impromptu Questions • Be Relaxed • Let Unhelpful Comments Pass • Buy Time • Key Words … • Second Tier Key Words

EXAMPLES OF HOW TO BUY TIME l l l Smile Greet the Audience Introduce

EXAMPLES OF HOW TO BUY TIME l l l Smile Greet the Audience Introduce yourself Comment on Question Repeat Question Twist Question (a bit)

Feel Confident Approach of Eating an Elephant An Impromptu Speech = Opening + Body+

Feel Confident Approach of Eating an Elephant An Impromptu Speech = Opening + Body+ Conclusion

Organize Your Speech Structure • • • Opening Body Conclusion

Organize Your Speech Structure • • • Opening Body Conclusion

IN THE OPENING, YOU - l l l Catch Attention Answer the Question Buy

IN THE OPENING, YOU - l l l Catch Attention Answer the Question Buy Time

Examples of a Good Opening • A Startling Statement • A Challenging Question •

Examples of a Good Opening • A Startling Statement • A Challenging Question • An Appropriate Quotation, Illustration, or a Story

IN THE BODY, YOU l l Elaborate Your points State Your Position (if you

IN THE BODY, YOU l l Elaborate Your points State Your Position (if you have not done so in the Opening)

Examples of a Good Body

Examples of a Good Body

IN THE CONCLUSION, YOU l l l Recap Main Points Give an Impressive Ending

IN THE CONCLUSION, YOU l l l Recap Main Points Give an Impressive Ending State Your Position (if you still have not done so in the Opening & Body)

Examples of a Good Conclusion • A Summary of Points made • A Specific

Examples of a Good Conclusion • A Summary of Points made • A Specific Call for Action • A Story, Quotation, or Illustration Emphasizing Points made • A Rhetorical Question

Brain Jump-Starter 1 PREP Method – to give opinion, persuade, inspire • • Point

Brain Jump-Starter 1 PREP Method – to give opinion, persuade, inspire • • Point Reason(s) Example(s) Point

Brain Jump Starter 2 Past, Present, Future method – to inform, comment • Point

Brain Jump Starter 2 Past, Present, Future method – to inform, comment • Point • Past • Present • Future

Brain Jump Starter 3 5 W 1 H (Five Wives One Husband) Method –

Brain Jump Starter 3 5 W 1 H (Five Wives One Husband) Method – to describe, imagine • • • What Where When Who Why How

Brain Jump Starter 4 Other Methods • • • Cause & Effect Problem &

Brain Jump Starter 4 Other Methods • • • Cause & Effect Problem & Solution Pros & Cons Process Inductive /Deductive Time/ Space

Brain Jump Starter 6 Types of Impromptu Questions • Hypothetical/Situational Questions • Opinion Questions

Brain Jump Starter 6 Types of Impromptu Questions • Hypothetical/Situational Questions • Opinion Questions • Story Telling/Personal Experience Questions • Stupid Questions

HYPOTHETICAL/SITUATIONAL QUESTIONS l l l Personal Experience Others’ Experiences Logical Deduction KEY Word(s) Too

HYPOTHETICAL/SITUATIONAL QUESTIONS l l l Personal Experience Others’ Experiences Logical Deduction KEY Word(s) Too Difficult (Twist Question a bit)

OPINION QUESTIONS l l l Yes, I agree No, I don’t agree Yes and

OPINION QUESTIONS l l l Yes, I agree No, I don’t agree Yes and No Maybe… KEY Word(s) Too Difficult (Twist Question a bit)

STORY TELLING/ PERSONAL EXPERIENCE QUESTIONS l l Chronological Sequence Reverse Chronological Others’ Experiences KEY

STORY TELLING/ PERSONAL EXPERIENCE QUESTIONS l l Chronological Sequence Reverse Chronological Others’ Experiences KEY Word(s)

STUPID QUESTIONS Teachers/Judges never ask Stupid Questions !

STUPID QUESTIONS Teachers/Judges never ask Stupid Questions !

Deliver Your Speech • • • Speak Slowly Maintain Good Eye Contact Talk to

Deliver Your Speech • • • Speak Slowly Maintain Good Eye Contact Talk to the Audience Be Short & Succinct Speak with Conviction