Delivering an Effective Speech

The primary difference between a poor speech and a good one is in its delivery. The real challenge of public speaking is the actual presentation of the speech. Proper delivery techniques should be used to successfully communicate the substance of the speech to the audience. Nonverbal communication accounts for approximately 93% of the communication process.Essentially this means that how the presentation is delivered is more important than what is said. To present a speech effectively,overcoming nerves should be developed:

Overcoming Nerves

Overcoming nerves is an important step to help a speaker effectively deliver his or her speech. Being a little nervous is good. It encourages the speaker to practice and focus on the speech. On the other hand, being too nervous will negatively impact the delivery. Having confidence in oneself will help overcome the nervous feeling.

Several factors influence a speaker's level of confidence. Speakers should set themselves up for success by planning the speech well in advance, practicing multiple times (try to create an environment as close to the actual environment as possible), allowing plenty of time to set up the speech, and getting plenty of rest the night before the presentation. In addition, stress management techniques such as muscle relaxation and proper breathing work well. For first-time speakers, it is often helpful to hold a paper or a note card with key or transitional points on it in one hand. However, the best way to overcome fear of public speaking is to gain as much practice and experience as possible.

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