Sunday, May 24, 2015

'CONNECT' 48 - Tips on Public Speaking

Impromptu Speech
It's beauty that captures your attention; personality which captures your heart.
There may be occasion when you may have to deliver a speech with little or no preparation. This is called impromptu speech. For example, you be attending a function such as a farewell party, birthday, wedding day etc. You may be asked to 'say a few words'.
When such an occasion presents itself, don't panic. On such occasions, people do not expect you to present a perfect speech. More often than not you will be able to anticipate such occasions given the context of the occasion and how your profile.  In anticipation, you may notice and take note of what others are saying which will be useful when you have to deliver the impromptu speech.

Here are some tips to deliver an impromptu speech:
  • Say what you are going to say, say what you have to say and say what you said. This will be a useful structure for your speech.
  • Don't feel stressed. Wear a pleasant smile on your face. Be your own natural self. Make eye contact.
  • Avoid rambling and mumbling.
  • Be informal and easy. Give some jokes, share a story or an experience.
Impromptu speech is an important personality trait which will decide your image.
NC Sridharan


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