Achieving Excellence in Public Speaking

Public Speaking - During
* Use Effective Eye Contact
* Use Effective Language
* Use Effective Gestures
* Be Enthusiastic
* Use Conversational Style
* Use Notes As Needed

Public Speaking - Ending
* "Frame" the Speech
* Pause before Returning to Seat
* Accept Applause Graciously

Public Speaking - Using Visual Aids
* Reveal Only When Needed
* Talk to Audience-Not Visual Aid
* Refer to Visual Aid
* Keep Visual Aid Visible As Needed
* Use Handouts with Caution

Public Speaking - Language & Style
* Language and Power
* Oral vs. Written Style
* Effective Word Use
* Memorable Word Structures
* Creating Images

Public Speaking - Language & Colour
* Description
* Stories
* Similes and Metaphors
* Vivid Sounds
* Personification

Public Speaking - Using Your Voice
* Speech Rate and Pauses
* Volume
* Inflection and Pitch
* Quality of Voice
* Pronunciation and Articulation

Public Speaking - Physical Presentation                 
* Appearance
* Posture
* Facial Expression
* Eye Contact
* Movement
* Gestures

Public Speaking - Rehearsing
* Recreate Setting
* Practice with Visual Aids
* Practice without Memorizing
* Time Speech