How to Speak...

And Stuff
By Benjahmin Johnson
The Public Speaking Anxiety
... The only thing we have to fear is fear itself nameless
unreasoning, unjustified terror which paralyzes needed
efforts to convert retreat into advance.
~ F.D.R.
Confidence
Be prepared as best you can.

Study what you can

Translate it to the best you can understand

Tell people what you know. PRACTICE
Formatting
Exactly like writing a paper

Introduction

Body

Conclusion
Should I use note cards or a written speech?
Note Cards Written Speeches


Speech is not in a room meant for
speech
- A toast
- An office meeting
- A classroom speech


Person-focused


Summarize what you're going to say so
you can flow freely.


Speech is in a formal location (i.e. an
Auditorium or behind a podium)
- State of the Union
- Press releases

Good for stating data

You must remember exactly what you're
saying!

Write as you would say.
Powerpoint

STOP LOOKING AT THE POWERPOINT!

It's a way for the audience to follow along.

Changes depending on type of speech