Memorizing

speech

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What is Memorizing Speech?

A memorized speech requires you to commit

the speech to memory so that you do not
bring your notes when delivering it. As with the
manuscript speech, you also run the risk of
sounding mechanical during a memorized
delivery. For this reason, keep your
memorized speech short and work harder on
your facial expressions and the tone of your
voice. 
When should you memorize?

Although keeping a speech in memory is needed

only on very rare occasions, memorizing a speech
can help you achieve a smooth and effortless
delivery. You do not need to focus on notes or a
manuscript. You can concentrate on maintaining
eye contact with your audience, establishing
rapport, and interacting with your audience.
When should you memorize?

Since memorizing can be very tough and

mechanical, it is best that you memorize short
speeches for special occasions. A memorized
speech works best for the introduction of a
guest, acceptance of award or recognition, toast,
eulogy, tribute, and the ike.
 Disadvantages of the Memorized Speech

1. You might forget what you are supposed to say. Long

pauses can create a very awkward moment between you
and your audience.
2. You might memorize the speech mechanically. This
can result in a very unnatural delivery.
3. You might focus on content. Consequently, groping
for the right words might make you look uptight and stiff.
4. You might be too tied to remembering your script. This
will give you no chance to pay attention and respond to
audience feedback.
Advantages of Delivering a Memorized Speech

1. You do not need notes anymore. Since the speech is

memorized, you do not have to worry about when to read
and when to glance at your audience.
2. You can plan gestures, facial expressions, and
movement. When you know the speech by heart, it will be
easier for you to work on nonverbal communication.
3. You can concentrate on visual aids and props. A
memorized speech will help you focus more on your props
if you have any.
4. You will feel more confident. If you know that you have
committed the speech to memory, you will not be anxious
about running out words or not knowing what to say.
 Tips in Memorizing a Speech
1. Break it down! You cannot memorize a speech in one sitting. If your
speech has four paragraphs, you should focus on one paragraph at a
time. Once you have memorized the first paragraph, focus on the next
one.
2. Build it up! After memorizing the speech in snippets, you need to put
them together. Recite the first paragraph and move on to the second.
After this, recite the first and second paragraphs and move on to the
third. The next thing you know, you have completed your speech.
3. Speak out! Do not memorize the speech silently. When you recite
your speech over and over while memorizing it, your brain multitasks
and aids your memory retention.
4. Identify keys! Identify a key point in every paragraph. Even if you
miss out some of the words in the actual speech delivery, you can
easily expound on the key points.
 Tips in Memorizing a Speech

5. Have a break! After memorizing some parts of your speech,

take a break for some hours or for a day. After this, recite the
speech again. This will test how well you can recall what you think
you have memorized.
6. Record and listen! Record yourself delivering the speech and
listen to it over and over again. Like a song, the speech will get
stuck in your head.
7. Use note cards! Write one key point on one note card. Bring
these note cards wherever you go and take them out whenever
you have extra time to memorize, especially during idle times of
the day
Thank
You!