Public Speaking Foundations

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

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