PUBLIC
SPEAKING
Presented by Hon. Mj Luinly D. Lumen
Provincial SK Federation President- Leyte
PUBLIC SPEAKING
• It's a presentation that's given live
before an audience. Public
speeches can cover a wide variety
of different topics. The goal of the
speech may be to educate,
entertain, or influence the listeners.
Often, visual aids in the form of an
electronic slideshow are used to
supplement the speech. This makes
it more interesting to the listeners.
PUBLIC SPEAKING
• A public speaking presentation is
different from an online
presentation. The online
presentation is available any time.
A public speech is typically limited
to a specific time or place. Online
presentations often use slideshows.
Or they use pre-recorded videos of
a speaker. This includes recordings
of a live public speaking
presentation).
PUBLIC SPEAKING
• Because speaking in
public is done before a
live audience, you need to
consider some special
factors.
HISTORY OF
PUBLIC SPEAKING
01 02
There's a good chance that there's Of course, those societies didn't
been public speech, in one form or have slideshows to help with public
another, as long as there've been speech. But they did have a need
people. But most public speaking for speaking in public. As a result,
experts involved with public speaking they developed public speaking
in business communication, trace the
methods that are still studied
origins of modern public speaking
today
back to ancient Greece and Rome.
GREEK
The ancient Greeks used public speech
primarily to praise or persuade others. At one
point, all Greek citizens had the right to
suggest or oppose laws during their
assemblies. This resulted in a need for skilled
public speakers. Speaking in public became a
desirable skill and was taught. Public speaking
in the time of the Greeks was called rhetoric.
ROMAN
When Rome came to power, speaking
in public was used during the Roman
senate sessions. The Romans adopted
the public speaking rhetoric methods of
the Greeks. In fact, most public
speaking teachers of the time were
Greek
LATIN
The Latin style of public speaking was popular in the
U.S. and Europe until the mid-20th century. After
World War II, a less formal and more conversational
speaking style of speaking became popular. Also,
electronic tools became available to enhance
public presentations. Towards the end of the 20th
century, those electronic tools migrated to the
computer. They evolved into the computer software
tools. PowerPoint, is one of those tools that we know
and use today.
IMPORTANCE of
Public Speaking
If you ask most people, they'll probably say
they don't like public speech. They may even
admit to being afraid of it since fear of
public speaking is a very common fear. Or
they may just be shy or introverted. For
those reasons, many people avoid speaking
in public if they can. If you're one of those
people who avoid speaking in public, you're
missing out.
IMPORTANCE of
Public Speaking
Over the years, public speaking in
communication has played a major role
in education, government, and business.
Words have the power to inform,
persuade, educate, and even entertain.
And the spoken word can be even more
powerful than the written word in the
hands of the right speaker.
IMPORTANCE of
Public Speaking
• Improves confidence
• Better research skills
• Stronger deductive skills
• Ability to advocate for causes
Nervousness Is Normal
Practice and Prepare!
All people feel some physiological
reactions like pounding hearts and
trembling hands. Do not associate
these feelings with the sense that you
will perform poorly or make a fool of
yourself. Some nerves are good. The
adrenaline rush that makes you sweat
also makes you more alert and ready
to give your best performance.
Nervousness Is Normal
Practice and Prepare!
The best way to overcome anxiety is
to prepare, prepare, and prepare
some more. Take the time to go over
your notes several times. Once you
have become comfortable with the
material, practice—a lot. Videotape
yourself, or get a friend to critique
your performance.
Know your AUDIENCE
Your Speech Is About Them, Not You.
Before you begin to craft your
message, consider who the message
is intended for. Learn as much about
your listeners as you can. This will
help you determine your choice of
words, level of information,
organization pattern, and
motivational statement.
Organize Your Material
in the Most Effective
Manner to Attain Your
Purpose.
Create the framework for your
speech. Write down the topic,
general purpose, specific purpose,
central idea, and main points.
Make sure to grab the audience’s
attention in the first 30 seconds.
Watch for Feedback
and Adapt to It
Keep the focus on the audience.
Gauge their reactions, adjust your
message, and stay flexible.
Delivering a canned speech will
guarantee that you lose the
attention of or confuse even the
most devoted listeners.
Don’t Read
Unless You Have
to. Work from an
Outline
Reading from a script or slide fractures
the interpersonal connection. By
maintaining eye contact with the
audience, you keep the focus on yourself
and your message. A brief outline can
serve to jog your memory and keep you
on task.
Use Your Voice and
Hands Effectively. Omit
Nervous Gestures.
Nonverbal communication
carries most of the
message. Good delivery
does not call attention to
itself, but instead conveys
the speaker’s ideas clearly
and without distraction.
Grab Attention at
the Beginning,
and Close with a
Dynamic End
Do you enjoy hearing a speech start with “Today
I’m going to talk to you about X”? Most people
don’t. Instead, use a startling statistic, an
interesting anecdote, or concise quotation.
Conclude your speech with a summary and a
strong statement that your audience is sure to
remember.
Use Audiovisual Aids Wisely
Too many can break the direct
connection to the audience, so use
them sparingly. They should enhance or
clarify your content, or capture and
maintain your audience’s attention.
Practice Does Not
Make Perfect
Good communication is never perfect, and
nobody expects you to be perfect. However,
putting in the requisite time to prepare will help
you deliver a better speech. You may not be
able to shake your nerves entirely, but you can
learn to minimize them.
IMPROVE
your voice
1. Warm-Up Exercises: Before speaking, do
vocal warm-ups like humming, lip trills, or
yawning to prepare your voice. Stretching
your facial muscles can also help in
articulation.
2. Breath Control: Diaphragmatic breathing
(breathing deeply from the diaphragm rather
than shallowly from the chest) will help you
project your voice without strain. Practice
deep breathing exercises regularly.
IMPROVE
your voice
3. Clarity and Articulation: Speak clearly and
articulate your words. Practice tongue twisters
and focus on pronouncing each syllable
distinctly. Slow down if needed to improve
clarity.
4. Projection: Ensure your voice reaches the
back of the room without shouting. Use proper
breath support and maintain good posture to
help with vocal projection.
IMPROVE
your voice
5. Vocal Variety: Avoid a monotone by varying
your pitch, pace, and volume. Emphasize key
points by changing your tone to keep your
audience engaged.
6. Hydration: Keep yourself well-hydrated.
Avoid caffeine and dairy before speaking, as
they can dry out or coat your throat. Drinking
water with a slice of lemon can help keep your
vocal cords healthy.
Thank You!
