Public Speaking Foundations

Offered By: LinkedIn Learning

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Public Speaking Courses Communication Skills Courses Presentation Skills Courses Anxiety Management Courses Body Language Courses Speech Writing Courses Audience Engagement Courses

Course Description

Overview

Learn practical strategies that can help you confidently deliver an outstanding speech or presentation.

Syllabus

Introduction

Deliver a great presentation

1. Prepare Your Speech

Identify your audience
Know why you're talking
Outline your speech
Find your story

2. Before Your Speech

Warm up before speaking
Research the room
Say yes to the microphone
Manage pre-performance anxiety
Rehearse your speech

3. Open Your Speech

Develop credibility as a speaker
Explore five strong openings
Introduce your agenda
Avoid common opening mistakes

4. Deliver Your Speech

Develop vocal variety
Reduce the use of crutch words
Practice great body language
Use props and visual aids
Anticipate tech mishaps

5. Close Your Speech

Handle audience Q&A
Explore strong ways to close your speech
Get feedback on your speaking

Conclusion

Final inspiration

Taught by

Laura Bergells

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