Helps to mastery Public Speaking Skills

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Crafting the Speech
by
JCI Senator M Chandrachoodeshwaran
chandrachoodanm@gmail.com

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THE ICE BREAKER
ACTIVITY–I(20Minutes)

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Course Objective
At the end of Speechcraft, all the
participants will be able to speak confidently,
eloquently & effectively with a proper content
and style of delivery based on the purpose
of Public Speaking.

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Module I
Public Speaking

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What is Public Speaking?:
o The act or process of making speeches in
Public
o The art of effective oral communication
with an audience

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Why Public Speaking?:
The only reason to give a speech is to
change the world.
Specifically, the goal of any speech is to
o Lead
o Sell or
o Build relationships

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General Purposes of Public Speaking:
o To Inform
o To Persuade (inspire, convince, call them to
action)
o To Entertain
o To Inspire
o To Stimulate
o To Activate

8. To Instruct
To Introduce
To Appeal
To Announce
To Thank
Other Purposes of Public Speaking:

9. Team Presentation – I
ACTIVITY–II(15Minutes)

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Module II
Speaker and Speaking Styles

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Keynote Speakers:
Keynote speakers deliver
motivational speeches at
meetings and seminars. As a
keynote speaker, it is your job
to inspire and entertain your
audience with stories and
teaching points.

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Transformers:
Transformers are
speakers that deliver
tremendous value and
really teach something.

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Delivery Styles:
 Impromptu Delivery
 Extemporaneous Delivery
 Manuscript Delivery
 Memorized Delivery

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Three main speaking styles:
 Hot Presenter
 Cool Presenter
 Dull Presenter

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Characteristics of a Public Speaker:
1. Well organised.
2. Prepared.
3. Responsive.
4. Clear.
5. Enthusiastic.

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Individual Presentation – I
ACTIVITY–III(30minutes)

17. Module III
How to say it?

18. A . I . D . A
Attention - You must get it.
Interest – You must arouse it.
Desire – You must move your audience to want
something.
Action – You must tell them to do and how.

19. S H I I C:
S SPECIFICITY
H HUMOUR
I INTERACTIVITY
I IMPORTANCE
C CURIOSITY

20. o Write for the ear
Short Words
Short Sentences
Short Paragraphs
o Be Specific
o Use Vivid Words
To be continued…
How to say it?

21. • Incorporate Rhetorical Devices
 Simile
 Metaphor
 Alliteration
 Triads (Ideas, adjectives and Points)
• Use words economically
• Watch for Jargon
• Say it correctly
Continued.

22. Examples:
Simile : “If we deny our children an education, ignorance
will grow like a cancer.”
Metaphor : “Ignorance is a cancer that must be cured.”
Alliteration: “Unnoticed and unused,” “hallowed halls”.
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Triads : “We mutually pledge to each other our lives, our
fortunes,
and our sacred honor.”

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Buffer Time

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Individual Presentation – II
ACTIVITY–IV(1Hour)

25. Module IV
GLOVE in Public Speaking

26. GESTURE / GROUND:
o Body Movements
o Appropriate Facial Expressions
o Eye Contact
o Making use of the Floor Space (Stagecraft)

27. LANGUAGE:
o Use of appropriate language
o Vivid, Clear and eloquent
o Effective use of words and pauses

28. ORGANISATION:
o Transition between introduction, body and
conclusion clear and effective
o Purpose of speech is clear
o Structure is clear
o Easy to follow

29. VOICE:
o Everyone in the audience could hear the
speaker
o Vocal variety(rate, volume, pitch)

30. ENTHUSIASM / EMOTION / ENERGY:
o Showing enthusiasm
o Harnessing nervous energy
o Project or evoke appropriate emotion

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Module V
Crafting your Speech

32. Benefits of well organised speech:
o Easier to understand
o Easier to remember
o More credible
o More enjoyable

33. Methods to organise your speech:
o Problem / Solution (giving problem to solution)
or
o Comparative Advantage (many solutions to one
problem) or
o Motivated Sequence (Dr Alan H Monroe)
1.Attention
2.Need
3.Satisfaction
4.Visualization
5.Action

34. 1.Selecting a topic
2.Make an outline
3.Develop the opening
4.Draft the body
 Statistics
 Testimony
 Examples, stories, or anecdotes
 Visual Aids
 Facts
5. Conclusion & Pay attention to transitions
organizing your speech:

35. Sample Speech Outline:
Opening
o Capture attention of your audience
o Lead into speech topic
Body
o Main Point
o Sub Point
o Support material
Conclusion
o Review or Summary
o Call to action or memorable statement

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Recap (Day 1)

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1. Two things I liked the most in Speechcraft day – 1.
2. One thing I was very excited about myself during the
presentation.
3. I want to improve my ……. Skill in Public Speaking
4. One thing I want to maintain in Public Speaking is…..
5. My dream in Public Speaking!
6. One attitudinal change I want to bring in me as a Public
Speaker.

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Module VI
Vocal Variety

39. Vocal Variety:
Pleasant
Natural
Forceful
Expressive
Easily Heard

40. Pitch.
The pitch of your voice is how high or low is sounds.
Tone.
Is the emotion behind the sound of your voice.
Volume.
Loudness of your sound.
To be continued…
Characteristics of a Good Voice:

41. Pace.
Speed of speech.
Rate.
Number of words used per minute.
Quality.
Friendliness, naturalness, confidence, enjoyable
and pleasant to the ears.
Continued.

42. Buffer Time

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Individual Presentation – III
ACTIVITY–V(2Hours)

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Module VII
Inspire your Audience

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Understanding your audience:
o Demographic Variables
o Values
o Beliefs
o Characteristics
o Research
o Prior Knowledge
o Stereotypes

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Types of Audience
1. Agreeable
2. Apathetic
3. Hostile
4. Uninformed
5. Mixed

47. • THE NON-LISTENER
• THE MARGINAL LISTENER
• THE EVALUATIVE LISTENER
• THE ACTIVE LISTENER
Types of Listener

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Inspire your Audience:
o Connecting with audience.
o Changing the status quo.
o Inspire them.
o Use language that unites listeners and
establishes bond between you and them.

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Module VIII
Your Body Speaks

50. THE MEHRABIAN FORMULA
 7 % of your Words
 38 % of your Tone of Voice
 55 % of your Body Language

51. o Your speaking posture / Stance
o Gestures
o Body Movement
Support and reinforce what you say
Attract an audience’s attention
Burning up nervous energy and relieving physical tension
o Facial Expressions
o Eye Contact
Know your material
Establish a Bond
Monitor Visual Feedback

52. Five ways to make your Body Speak Effectively:
1. Eliminate distracting mannerisms.
2. Be Natural, Spontaneous and Conversational.
3. Let your Body mirror your feelings.
4. Build self confidence through preparation.
5. Use Speechcraft as a Learning Laboratory.

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Exercise
ACTIVITY–VI(10minutes)

54. Let us do the Exercise:
(Express emotion through the eyes and the voice)
 Surprise
 Anger
 Love
 Confusion
 Boredom

55. Module IX
Stage Fright

56. What is Stage Fright?
Fear of Public Speaking
Performance Anxiety
Communication Apprehension(uneasiness)
Just Plain Stage Fright

57. Who does it affect?
New Speakers
New Performers
Seasoned pros as well

58. Why it matters?
Presentations
Public Meetings
Business Communication
Recitals
Managing others

59. What happens to us?
Blood Pressure elevates
Muscles contract
Breathing becomes rapid
The digestive system shuts down
Pupils dilate
Brain wave frequency increases

60. Tools to manage:
Roller Coaster = Fun!
Public Speaking = Fright…

61. The memory aid here is to think safer with SAFVR:
S – Speak to attendees as they arrive. It’s amazing how much this
helps.
A – Abdominal breathing. Has a great calming effect. Sends your
brain the “all clear” signal.
F – Focus on intent. It’s not about you!
V – Visualise. Smile and see a successful outcome.
R – Release. Let go and be yourself.

62. Module X
Your Speaking Voice

63. LIP EXERCISES:
• Be-me-be-me-be-me-be-me
• Flee-flee-flee-flee-flee
• Whee-whoo-wo-who
TONGUE EXERCISES:
- Round your lips tightly and, grooving your tongue, push
it through opening.
JAW EXERCISES:
o Wee-ee-ee-ee-ee / Why-y-y-y-y-y-y / Wo-o-o-o-o

64. INFLECTIONS: (raised pitch)
I was born in Australia.
I was born in Australia.
I was born in Australia.
I was born in Australia.
I was born in Australia.

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Individual Presentation – IV
(Video Recording)
ACTIVITY–VII(2.15Hours)

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Recap (Day 2)

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Chart Presentation
ACTIVITY–VIII(30minutes)

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Buffer Time

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Individual Presentation – V
ACTIVITY–IX(2.00Hours)

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Speaker faults and Ethics in Public
Speaking

71. Fault # 1 : An Unclear Purpose.
Fault # 2 : Lack of clear organisation and leadership.
Fault # 3 : Too much information.
Fault # 4 : Not enough support for your ideas, concepts
and information.
Fault # 5 : Monotonous Voice and sloppy speech.
Fault # 6 : Not meeting the real needs of the audience.

72. “Ethics is knowing the difference between
what you have a right to do and what is right
to do.”
- Potter Stewart

73. Ethics in Public Speaking:
• Be honest and avoid plagiarism (Copying,
illegal use and breach of copyright).
• Cite sources properly.
• Promote diversity.
• Set responsible speech goals.
• Avoid hate speech.
To be continued…

74. • Use inclusive language.
• Raise social awareness.
• Employ respectful free speech.
• Develop ethical listening skills.
• Provide ethical feedback.
Continued.

75. Module XII
The Show Begins

76. • Avoid that wrinkle
• Dress traditionally
• Wear a formal dress or business suit
• Empty pockets
• Leave hand bag at your seat
• Use appropriate colour
• Choose comfortable shoes
Guidelines for appropriate dress

77. Use of Podium:
• Do not put hands on it
• Do not lean on it
• Check podium height

78. Handling Microphone:
•Don’t use a hand held mike and a stand mike is
ideal.
•Prepare as if you had no mike.
•Adjust mike before speaking.
•Stand close enough to benefit.
•Be careful with “p” or “th” sounds and beware of
other noises.

79. The show begins:
1. Maximize the effect of the first 2/3
minutes.
2. Don’t start with a joke.
3. Get to the point.
4. Watch for audience reactions.
5. Prepare your opening and stick to it.

80. •Remember your objective. Never deviate from it.
•Let the emotion through. It makes the connection.
•Use anecdotes and correlation to illustrate.
•Don’t be afraid of questions. They indicate interes
•Never break the time boundary.
THE SHOW BEGINS

81. •Stand Straight
•Smile !
•Make and hold eye contact
•Breathe! As you turn from one person to ano
YOU THE PRESENTER

82. 5 Ps of Effective Public Speaking

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You as a Professional Speaker
ACTIVITY–X(2.1/2Hours)

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90. • TOAST MASTER MANUALS
• WEB RESOURCES
• SLIDESHARE RESOURCES
REFERENCES

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CREDITS Presentation By:
JCI Senator M CHANDRACHOODESHWARAN
JCI India Author
National Trainer of JCI India
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