TABLE OF CONTENT

Part I – TO SPEAK OR NOT TO SPEAK, THAT IS THE QUESTION…PREPARING FOR , TAKING AND BEING IN CONTROL OF THE BASICS 6

THE NUTS AND BOLTS OF SPEECH:
Paying close attention to all vocal elements: Enabling Breathing, Harnessing your vocal physical utilities, Vocal routines and care

Part II – MIND OVER MATTER – HOW TO PAY ATTENTION AND ENGAGE AUDIENCES EVERYWHERE 15

EFFECTIVE METHODS THAT WORK!
The role and use of Pauses, Emphasis, Voice tone and Inflection
Effective Application of Speech Techniques like Visioning, Focus, Keeping things simple, Honesty and Humility
Aim & Purpose, Intent, Confidence and dealing with emotions

Part III – THE WHAT OF PUBLIC SPEAKING: ALL ABOUT THE CONTENT! 31
How to get things together – synergy or Physical, Mental and Moral Aspects of Speech
Gathering Materials: Arranging, Briefing, Committing
The Nature and Characteristics of the Presentation and Delivery
Stages of speech - divisions, structure and sections of the speech delivery (Introduction, Discussion, Statement of facts, conclusion and Ending)

Part IV – THE HOW OF PUBLIC SPEAKING: MORE THAN CONTENT! 45
Who is listening?
How do I start?
How do I proceed and what do I do next?
What are the highlights of my message?
How do I close? What do I do afterwards and when I am done?

Part V – FLEXING MY VOCAL DEXTERITY, RANGE AND MUSCLE 49
Sounds
Words
Practical Routines
Mis-Speakings!
Other Errors And Mistakes
‘Voicing’ And Using My Voice & Other Vocalizing/Public Speech Exercises

FINAL THOUGHTS