At first glance, giving a speech might seem like a truly difficult task to accomplish. In reality, the job can be performed whether or not you have given one before, and no matter what the length or topic of your speech is.
A good speech begins even before you take the stage or podium to talk. Research your subject if you do not know it well. Memorize important items so that you can recall them at a moment's notice. Once you have gathered all pertinent information, place it into an outline, keeping in mind that your speech time may be limited. Eliminate unnecessary details, and stick to the main points that your audience wants to hear. Place yourself in their shoes and ask "What would I want to hear if I were in the audience?" The better you know your topic, the easier it will be to talk to someone about it.
Prepare your final outline on 3" x 5" notecards, as they are less obtrusive than sheets of paper. Allow plenty of time to rehearse your presentation. Go through it several times until you feel comfortable about its contents. Give it in front of a mirror, and then a few friends. Take suggestions on what you can improve upon. Practice you speech in the clothes you will wear when giving it. You will be amazed at how it helps you to focus.
On the day of your speech, allow plenty of time to reach the place at which it will be given. This will not only put you at ease, but it will give you a chance to possibly socialize with your audience prior to your presentation. Talking and shaking hands will bring the audience into your court. They will see you as a friendly ally once you begin talking.
During the early portion of your speech, it is very effective if you can capture your audience's attention with the use of a story or a joke. However, make sure that whatever you do is appropriate for the occasion and pertinent. You may, for example, find that reciting a series of shocking facts and figures about your topic to be a solid opening.
As you progress through your speech, remember to take your time and enunciate each word. Speeding through your presentation will make you slur your words. Your audience will feel uncomfortable,a nd the emphatic parts of your speech that you worked so hard to research will be lost.
The room in which you speak may be quite large. Be sure to speak to everyone in the room by moving your head and eyes to cover everyone. Focusing solely on one portion of the room will lead the others to believe you have forgotten them. Keep everyone in your sights, and they will be more apt to pay attention.
Do not let you speech drag on endlessly. Once you have hit your main points and covered your objectives, close out your speech. Your audience will appreciate your being succinct. Additionally, end with a point that your audience will remember.
Following these points will enable you to channel your energy into giving a very effective speech.
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