PRINCIPLES & CHARACTERISTICS OF GOOD SPEECH & DELIVERY Presented by Group 1
LESSON OBJECTIVES Effective communication is not just about what we say, but also how we say it. 01. 02. 03. Und erstand the fundamental principles that underpin effective speech and delivery. R eflect on personal strengths and areas for growth in communication effectiveness. D evelop strategies to overcome common challenges and obstacles in speech delivery.
INTRODUCTION Welcome to our lesson on the Principles and Characteristics of Good Speech and Delivery. Effective communication is not just about what we say, but also how we say it. In this session, we'll explore the fundamental principles and key characteristics that define successful speech and delivery. From clarity and confidence to body language and audience engagement, we'll uncover the essential elements that contribute to impactful communication. Whether you're a seasoned speaker or just starting your journey, this lesson will provide valuable insights to help you improve your communication skills and connect more effectively with your audience.
FEATURES FOR AN EFFECTIVE SPEECH
CLARITY THE MAIN GOALIS TO MAKE THE AUDIENCE UNDERSTAND THE SPEECH EASILY. CONVICTION OF MESSAGE THE SUBJECT MATTER MUST BE RELEVANT AND DEFINITE. CONCISENESS KEEP YOUR SPEECH SHORT BUT COMPLETE.
INTERESTING A WAY TO CATCH YOUR AUDIENCE ATTENTION IS TO MAKE IT WORTHY AND INTERESTING BY ADDING STORIES, HUMOR, ETC. PERSONAL TOUCH WHEN THERE IS A PERSONAL SHARING OF EXPERIENCE INSERTED IN THE SPEECH, IT MAKES IT MORE BELIEVABLE. AUDIENCE CONSIDERATION THE SPEAKER MUST KNOW THE BACKGROUND, NATURE AND INTEREST OF THE LISTENERS.
SOFT AND SLOW SPEECH IT IS IMPORTANT TO MAKE SURE WE ARE UNDERSTOOD AND SO WE SPEAK SLOWLY IN THE USUAL TONE. BODY LANGUAGE FOR EMPHASIS NON-VERBAL CUES AID IN THE EMPHASIS OF SOME POINTS. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION WHEN SPEAKER INVOLVES THE PARTIPANTS, THERE IS A GUARANTEE THAT THEY WILL BE ATTENTIVE ALL THROUGH OUT THE SPEECH.
GUIDELINES IN WRITING A GOOD SPEECH
PURPOSE or REASON FOR SPEAKING ASK YOURSELF THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: WHY WILL YOU GIVE THE TALK? IS IT BECAUSE YOU LIKE TO SHARE INFORMATION? OR DO YOU WANT TO SOLVE A PROBLEM? DO YOU WANT TO PERSUADE OTHER PEOPLE? FOCUS ON THE PURPOSE AND ALIGN ALL IDEAS TO IT.
CENTRAL MESSAGE THIS IS WHAT YOUR AUDIENCE SHOULD BE TAKING HOME WITH THEM AFTER LISTENING TO YOU. THUS, THE MESSAGE OF YOUR SPEECH SHOULD BE VERY CLEAR. WHEN YOUR AUDIENCE REMEMBERS THIS CENTRAL MESSAGE, YOU MAY HAVE DONE YOUR JOB WELL.
AUDIENCE BEFORE WRITING YOUR SPEECH YOU SHOULD ASK WHOM YOU WILL BE SPEAKING TO, AND WHAT EXACTLY THEY CAN LEARN FROM YOU. CONSIDERING PERSPECTIVES OF YOUR AUDIENCE OR THINKING DEEPLY ABOUT THEIR NEEDS WHEN WRITING YOUR SPEECH IS CALLED EMPHATIC WRITING - THE CONCERN & SENSITIVITY TO THE FEELING OF OTHERS.
STRUCTURING YOUR SPEECH
INTRODUCTION BODY CONCLUSION COMPLETE SPEECH
PRINCIPLES IN SPEECH DELIVERY
PRONUNCIATION OR ARTICULATION REFERS TO THE WAY THE SPEAKER PRONUOUNCES OR ENUNCIATES THE WORDS. THE CLARITY OR PRONUNCIATION WILL GREATLY AFFECT THE DELIVERY AND UNDERSTANDING OF THE LISTENERS. BREATHING IS VERY IMPORTANT AND IS CONSIDERED AS THE FIRST ACT OF SPEECH. THIS IS WHEN YOU ALLOW AIR TO TRANSPORT INTO A STORAGE CHAMBER.
MODULATION COMES TO PLAY WHEN THERE IS MANIPULATION OF SOUND AND TIMBRE OF THE VOICE. MODULATION HAPPENS WHEN THE SPEAKER FINE-TUNES HIS PITCH AND TONE TO THE NATURE OF THE SPEECH FOR THE ULTIMATE UNDERSTANDING OF THE AUDIENCE. WHEN THE VOICE IS PROPERLY MODULATED, THE SPEECH BECOMES MORE INSTERESTING AND LIVELY.
MODULATION THE VOLUME SHOULD ALSO BE ADJUSTED DEPENDING ON THE EMPHASIS. PAUSES ARE ALSO NEEDED TO MAKE SURE THE MESSAGE IS CLEAR AND DELIVERED WELL.
STAGE PRESENCE MAKES THE SPEAKER “OWN” THE THE STAGE THROUGH HIS PERSONALITY AND PROJECTION. THE APPEARANCE, BODY POSTURE AND THE USE OF SPACE ALL ADD UP TO THE STAGE PRESENCE. THE SPEAKER’S CONFIDENCE IS SEEN THE MOMENT HE CONQUERS THE STAGE AND EVEN BEFORE HE/SHE STARTS TALKING.
GESTURES AND FACIAL EXPRESSION AIDS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE TOTAL UNDERSTANDING AND EMPHASIS OF THE MESSAGE. THE FACIAL EXPRESSION MUST BE NATURAL. THIS CAN BE DONE WHEN YOU FREE YOURSELF FROM INHIBITIONS. THE BODY SUPPLEMENT THE THE SPEECH. YOU USE YOUR HEAD, ARMS, SHOULDER AND SOMETIMES, FEET.
AUDIENCE RAPPORT IS LIKE BUILDING AN ON THE SPOT RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR AUDIENCE. TO ESTABLISH A GOOD RAPPORT, YOU MUST ENSURE THAT YOU DRESS WELL OR APPROPRIATELY FOR THE OCCASION. SHOW THAT YOU ARE READY WITH YOUR SPEECH WITH YOUR CONFIDENCE AND ORGANIZATION AND SHOW INCLUSIVITY BY USING “WE” RATHER THAN “I” IN SPEECH.