August 2014

Leadership Skills Lunch and Learn

Public Speaking

Workshop Objectives

Participants will:

1. Build confidence in speaking publicly

2. Practice body language and vocal delivery

3. Practice giving an impromptu speech using the “5 Magic Phrases” technique

Vocal Delivery

1. Volume – loud or quiet

2. Pitch – high or low sounding

3. Pace – speaking quickly or slowly

4. Tone – the mood set by your voice (e.g. light-hearted and cheerful, or solemn and somber)

Body Language1. Posture – Aligned, natural arms and hands

2. Gestures – Use for emphasis

3. Movement – Move naturally, avoid standing stock still, walk around a bit

4. Facial Expressions – appropriate to the occasion, don’t “freeze” in one expression

5. Eye Contact – brief eye contact with many people; don’t fixate, don’t look past people

Purpose of the Speech

1. Thinking – What is the most important thing you want the audience to think about?

2. Feelings – What is the most important thing you want the audience to feel?

3. Actions – What do you want the audience to do?

5 Magic Phrases for Impromptu Speeches

1. Greeting

2. State the event

3. Establish common ground

4. Who are you and why are you speaking?

5. Call for action

5 Magic Phrase: Lead-in Lines

1. “Good…” (morning; afternoon)

2. “As we all know…” (we’re here to…)

3. “We all…” (are aware of the situation…)

4. “I’ve…” (learned so much from Mary…)

5. “So let’s all…” (raise a toast; support the motion; etc.)