Here are some tried and true characteristics of an effective Public Speaker:
1. Confidence - In her degree to gain a Doctor of Philosophy degree, Caroline Wesson (University of Wolverhampton) studied the role of confidence in communication and its power to influence others. She noted that "A highly confident speaker is viewed as being more accurate, competent, credible, intelligent, knowledgeable, likable, and believable than the less confident uncertain speaker."
Have confidence in yourself and your subject - it will make all the difference.
2. Passion - No-one wants to listen to a lifeless, passionless speaker. Pick topics that you feel deeply about - topics that excite you. When your passion is authentic, you will not only be believable, you will also be enjoyable to listen to.
3. Creativity - Another way you can impact your audience is to be creative in your presentation. Find interesting ways to say and present your ideas...don't just talk - bring your listeners in to your speech with illustrations, demonstrations, humor, actions, personal examples, etc. Don't be afraid to make mistakes - step out of the box and allow your subject to give life.
4. Humor - Humor has the ability to take people further - much faster than by simply speaking. Humor draws people in to you and sets them at ease. Don't be afraid to laugh at yourself. There is a lot of truth that can be carried in a good joke
5. Respect -
• Respect your audience - always give them your best.
• Respect yourself - always prepare well and fully step into the role God has given you.
• Respect your speech - practice it until you can deliver it with confidence and excellence.
• Respect those leaders/hosts who invited you to speak - don't go longer than asked for; honor them as you begin.
6. Connect - It is so important to connect with your audience - many tools are at your disposal:
• Put the audience at ease through the opening of your talk
• Eye contact - this make people know that you are speaking directly to them
• Use personal examples - let them know that you are one of them
• Use humor
• Tell stories - stories are so much better than facts
• Non-verbal language - don't stand stiffly like a board. Move around and use timely gestures and movements
7. Conclusion -Your conclusion can be the most important part - give your audience something to take away. Drive home your main points with effective use of succinct repetition. A powerful story that sums up your point is a fantastic way to conclude. Give your audience something to take home with them - something unforgettable that allows the speech to "live" in their hearts for some time.
1. Confidence - In her degree to gain a Doctor of Philosophy degree, Caroline Wesson (University of Wolverhampton) studied the role of confidence in communication and its power to influence others. She noted that "A highly confident speaker is viewed as being more accurate, competent, credible, intelligent, knowledgeable, likable, and believable than the less confident uncertain speaker."
Have confidence in yourself and your subject - it will make all the difference.
2. Passion - No-one wants to listen to a lifeless, passionless speaker. Pick topics that you feel deeply about - topics that excite you. When your passion is authentic, you will not only be believable, you will also be enjoyable to listen to.
3. Creativity - Another way you can impact your audience is to be creative in your presentation. Find interesting ways to say and present your ideas...don't just talk - bring your listeners in to your speech with illustrations, demonstrations, humor, actions, personal examples, etc. Don't be afraid to make mistakes - step out of the box and allow your subject to give life.
4. Humor - Humor has the ability to take people further - much faster than by simply speaking. Humor draws people in to you and sets them at ease. Don't be afraid to laugh at yourself. There is a lot of truth that can be carried in a good joke
5. Respect -
• Respect your audience - always give them your best.
• Respect yourself - always prepare well and fully step into the role God has given you.
• Respect your speech - practice it until you can deliver it with confidence and excellence.
• Respect those leaders/hosts who invited you to speak - don't go longer than asked for; honor them as you begin.
6. Connect - It is so important to connect with your audience - many tools are at your disposal:
• Put the audience at ease through the opening of your talk
• Eye contact - this make people know that you are speaking directly to them
• Use personal examples - let them know that you are one of them
• Use humor
• Tell stories - stories are so much better than facts
• Non-verbal language - don't stand stiffly like a board. Move around and use timely gestures and movements
7. Conclusion -Your conclusion can be the most important part - give your audience something to take away. Drive home your main points with effective use of succinct repetition. A powerful story that sums up your point is a fantastic way to conclude. Give your audience something to take home with them - something unforgettable that allows the speech to "live" in their hearts for some time.
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