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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 product, reading out loud and introducing a speaker. |
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| 1. Speak Off The Cuff |
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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. |
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Understand how to prepare for impromptu speaking. |
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Develop skill as a speaker in the impromptu situation by using 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 |
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8-10 minutes |
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Identify and understand the basic differences between inspirational speeches and other kinds of speeches. |
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Learn how to evaluate audience feeling and develop emotional rapport. |
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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 |
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10-12 minutes |
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Understand the relationship of sales technique to persuasion. |
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Skillfully use the four steps in a sales presentation: attention, interest, desire, action. |
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Identify and promote a unique selling proposition in a sales presentation. |
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| 4. Read Out Loud |
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12-15 minutes |
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Arrive at an understanding of the elements that comprise oral interpretation and how it differs from preparing and giving a speech. |
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Learn the preparation or planning techniques of effective interpretation. |
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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. The Workshop Leader |
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Time: |
duration of meeting |
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Focus on the special occasion talk from the standpoint of the introducer (function, chairman, toastmaster, master of ceremonies). |
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Become knowledgeable and skilled in the functions associated with the master of ceremonies. |
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Handle the introduction of other speakers at a club meeting. |
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Note: Some presentations may require additional time for question-and-answer periods. |
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