Author:
Lewis Jackson
Date Of Creation:
8 May 2021
Update Date:
1 July 2024
Content
Speaking in public is not easy for many people, and less time to prepare also makes speakers feel more pressured. If you have been chosen as the speaker at weddings, funerals or other similar situations, you can use short stories or quotes to get you started and should speak briefly. If you must speak in a professional situation, rely on an honest, challenging approach to formulate the main points quickly and accurately. Taking a deep breath and holding your confidence will help you complete your speech better.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Begin with a short story
Tell a story you know well. Your speech doesn't have to go into the main points from the start. Telling your own story is a great way to get your audience engaged: because you know what happened, you will shape what you need to say. For example:
- At the wedding, you can tell a funny story about the bride or groom's maturation.
- At funerals, you can tell a story about the deceased's kindness or generosity or their influence on you.
Begin with a quote. This is also a way to make use of what's available instead of having to come up with content to speak. Think of a charismatic quote, a few sentences from a certain song, or a famous quote that applies to the topic in question. Pick up the quote and discuss it a bit:- For example, imagine you are toasting Frank on his 70th birthday. You could say something like: "The proverb says‘ old bamboo is tough ', but Frank proves the opposite. Would anyone still have the courage to run a marathon when they retire like Frank? "
Short and sweet statement. Excessive speech is the first reason that sentimental speech goes wrong. Better to avoid talking too much. Give a brief statement focusing on two to five main points or give examples.- For example, when giving a speech to congratulate your husband-in-law at a wedding, you should only mention two beautiful memories of your friendship.
- While giving a speech, if you see expressions such as turning around, talking to each other, using a phone or watch, or looking restless, it may be a sign that you Are talking too rambling and they are not focusing on your speech.
- In this case, you need to quickly reach the main point and say "thank you" as a way to end your speech.
Speak clearly and calmly. Even people who have had public speaking experience may feel anxious about being suddenly asked to speak. Stay calm by taking a deep breath before you start to speak, and regularly pause between ideas while you speak. Focus on how to pronounce sentences clearly and not to speak too quickly.
Keep your confidence. Many people feel anxious about making a speech, especially when not being notified early. However, the audience will cheer you on if they see your confidence. Additionally, other audience members will also be happy that the speakers are not them so they will definitely support you enthusiastically!
- Taking a slow deep breath or closing your eyes and visualizing a beautiful place before you start to speak are simple ways to help you gain confidence.
- You can also turn towards your audience to find a few friends or people who seem supportive to look at them while speaking.
- If you're feeling nervous, you can also try an old method - imagine that all of your audience members are naked.
- Above all, just remind yourself that most people will admire the courage and confidence of someone who dares to stand up to speak in public like you.
Method 2 of 3: Create a brief outline for your speech
If you have time, create a summary outline. It is always better to be prepared than not to prepare. If you have time even just a few minutes before you start giving your speech, put a pen down on what you plan to say. These may be just a few simple touches that help you shape the main ideas in a certain order.
- In case time doesn't allow you to write down the main points, sketch in your mind by telling yourself: “First I'll talk about Jim's generosity. That was when he helped me fix the broken tire in the middle of the night, as well as the fact that he baked my birthday cake when I was lying in bed because of the flu.
Focus on creating an impressive opening and ending. People are more likely to remember what comes out at the beginning and end rather than the middle. Take advantage of this to deliver the most impressive content at the beginning and the end. For example, you can open and close with:
- A touching story
- A compelling fact or statistic
- An inspirational quote
Build an idea based on the positives and limitations of your topic. Here's another way to help you come up with ideas that won't get rammed and wordy. Start with the positive aspects of an issue and lead to the downsides and end up with your own opinion. For example, imagine you are asked to speak about the benefits of a plain sixth culture:
- Begin by mentioning that being allowed to wear plain clothes on a Friday helps to motivate employees, lead to higher productivity and help the company grow.
- Next, you also admit that there is a downside: not wearing a uniform on a Friday will make the staff look less professional. Therefore, the company should issue a general rule on acceptable casual clothing on Friday.
- Conclude with your own opinion that most customer meetings take place at the beginning of the week, by all means being allowed to dress on a Friday has many benefits for the company and does not create an impact. What trouble.
Refactor your speech in a question and answer format. If you are currently attached and cannot think of something to say, or feel too anxious about giving a speech, imagine that you are the moderator of a discussion, not a person. stated. Give it to others and ask questions.
- You can start out like this: “I know that you and I have been thinking about whether or not to wear casual on Friday, there are a lot of different opinions out there. Let's talk to see some ideas. Anyone have any questions or would like to share a point of view? ”
- You can also choose a specific person if you want or feel the need: “Frank, you were there from the very beginning of the speech. Do you want to give an opinion? "
Method 3 of 3: Use PREP method for thematic speech
Make your main point. PREP is simply an acronym for "Point, Reason, Example, Point" and this is a simple way to shape your thinking. Make your main point. For example, let's say you are asked to give an impromptu speech in favor of not wearing a uniform on Friday:
- Let's start with the point of not having to wear a uniform on a Friday is reasonable as this encourages the morale of the employee to work better.
Next, give evidence that explains why your point of view is important. Remember that you are trying to convince your audience. For example, you can remind them that employee morale is an important factor as this affects productivity gains and lower sales.
Give the example. In order to get your audience to believe your point of view, you need to provide some evidence or explanation. Give examples will help solve the problem. Going on to give another example of a similar significance, you could mention how a competitor did, as the Acme company has been more successful since allowing employees to wear plain clothes on days. six.
Affirm the main point. Telling the audience the things you mentioned earlier will only take the issue back to the beginning. Instead, you need to end by reasserting the main point so that it sticks to their mind. For example, you just need to conclude that applying the Ordinary Sixth method will also help the audience's company. advertisement
