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The Public Speaking Self-Check
When working on mastering public speaking skills, it is important to recognize that development as a public speaker will probably not happen gradually and smoothly.We tend to learn in jumps and starts, then reach a plateau for some time before we move off that plateau to the next level.Recognize this pattern in your own development while mastering public speaking skills. Ask yourself these three questions:Where am I right now,You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login, beginner, intermediate, advanced?How long have I been at this level?What am I working on right now,You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login, in other words, what skill am I refining to get to the next level?Here is a checklist you can work through again and again in your efforts to master public speaking skills:Powerful interest capturing introductions Fluency - no regressions Effective use of pausing Accurate reading Variety in volume for emphasis Variety in pace and rate of speech Variety in tone and pitch of voice Conversational manner Enthusiasm Gestures - descriptive and emphatic Effective use of visual aids Proper use of microphone Motivating conclusions Logical development of information Good use of illustrations, anecdotes,You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login, stories Ability to convey warmth and friendliness to the audienceIn Mastering Public Speaking Skills Employ A Strategy Of Never Ending ImprovementAvoid the trap of becoming complacent with your public speaking skills. Decide to embark on a course of gradual and never-ending You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login do this you need to be objective in your appraisal of your own public speaking skills. This is not easy as it is human nature to see ourselves differently as others see us. However,You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login, examining our performance with a critical eye is helpful. Record or tape either a practice session or a live event and then do a self-analysis.Of even greater benefit is getting a partner or close friend to work with you. Using an analysis questionnaire such as the one in the coaching manual suggested in the resource box can be invaluable in identifying areas where you need to improve.Initially, you may wish to use the Analysis Questionnaire after each presentation you make. Your progress will be rapid and you will reach a new plateau.After that, use the Analysis Questionnaire from time to time so you don't fall back into old habits. Keep alert and eager to continue mastering public speaking skills that will bring you much personal satisfaction and pleasure as well as a very appreciative audience!