Speakers are often called upon to give different kinds of talks. This manual contains information about giving the most common ones, and it covers impromptu talks, preparing inspirational speeches, selling a a product, reading out loud, and introducing a speaker.
1. Impromptu Speaking
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5-7 minutes |
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- Develop an awareness of situations in which you might be called upon to deliver an impromptu speech.
- Understand how to prepare for impromptu speaking.
- Use one or more patterns to approach a topic under discussion; for example, comparing a past, present and future situation or before and after
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2. Uplift the Spirit
| Time: |
8 – 10 minutes |
| Objectives: |
- Identify and understand the basic differences and similarities between inspirational speeches and other kinds of speeches.
- Learn how to evaluate audience feeling and establish emotional rapport.
- Develop a speech style and delivery that effectively expresses inspirational content by moving the audience to adopt your views.
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3. Sell a Product
| Time: |
10-12 minutes |
| Objectives: |
- Understand the relationship of sales techniques to persuasion.
- Skillfully use the four steps in a sales presentation: attention, interest, desire, action.
- Identify and promote a unique selling proposition in a sales presentation.
- Be able to handle objections and close a prospective buyer.
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4. Read Out Loud
| Time: |
12-15 minutes |
| Objectives: |
- Arrive at an understanding of the elements that comprise oral interpretation and how it differs from preparing and giving a speech.
- Learn the preparation or planning techniques of effective interpretation.
- Learn the principles of presentation and develop skill in interpretive reading with regard to voice and body as instruments of communication.
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5. Introduce the Speaker
| Time: |
Duration of the meeting |
| Objectives: |
- Focus on the special occasion talk from the standpoint of the introducer (function, chairman, toastmaster, master of ceremonies).
- Become knowledgeable and skilled in the functions associated with the master of ceremonies.
- Handle the introduction of other speakers at a club meeting.
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