9780130415448

This brief and practical book offers immediate help in preparing and delivering all kinds of oral presentations. It covers the five elements of the speech process and includes guidelines, supporting examples, and practical exercises to reinforce the skills being learned.Chapter topics provide an overview of public speaking, and then outline the methodical process that is the key to effective speakingresearch, organization, text, graphics, and delivery.For engineers, sales executives, human resources personnel, scientists, and anyone who wants to build confidence speaking in front of an audience.

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Preface

Overview of Public Speaking

1

(14)

SLMR (``slimmer'') Speech Model

2

(3)

Speaker

3

(1)

Listener

3

(1)

Message

4

(1)

Response

4

(1)

Speech Types: Based on Delivery Method

5

(2)

Verbatim

5

(1)

Memorized

6

(1)

Extemporaneous

6

(1)

Impromptu

7

(1)

Speech Types: Based on Purpose

7

(3)

Informative Speeches

8

(1)

Persuasive Speeches

8

(1)

Occasional Speeches

9

(1)

Five Elements in the Speech Process

10

(3)

Research

10

(1)

Organization

11

(1)

Text

11

(1)

Graphics

12

(1)

Delivery

12

(1)

Chapter Summary

13

(1)

Exercises

13

(2)

Research

15

(22)

Finding Information about the Audience

16

(6)

Understanding the Audience Problem

16

(2)

Sorting by Technical Level

18

(1)

Sorting by Decision-Making Level

19

(1)

Gauging the Audience

20

(2)

Finding Information about the Topic

22

(7)

Choosing a Topic

22

(3)

Using Online Catalogs

25

(1)

Using the Library

26

(2)

Conducting Interviews

28

(1)

Using Borrowed Information

29

(5)

Avoiding Plagiarism

30

(1)

Tracking Borrowed Material

30

(4)

Chapter Summary

34

(1)

Exercises

35

(2)

Organization

37

(18)

Background on the ABC Format

38

(3)

Guidelines for the ABC Format

41

(7)

Abstract Section

41

(4)

Body Section

45

(2)

Conclusion Section

47

(1)

Outlines

48

(3)

Reasons for Outlines

48

(1)

Guidelines for Outlines

49

(2)

Chapter Summary

51

(2)

Exercises

53

(2)

Text

55

(20)

Definition

56

(5)

Background on Definition

56

(1)

Guidelines for Definition

57

(4)

Description

61

(2)

Background on Description

61

(1)

Guidelines for Description

61

(2)

Classification/Division

63

(3)

Background on Classification/Division

65

(1)

Guidelines for Classification/Division

65

(1)

Guidelines for Division

65

(1)

Comparison/Contrast

66

(3)

Background on Comparison/Contrast

66

(1)

Guidelines for Comparison/Contrast

67

(2)

Argument

69

(3)

Background on Argument

69

(1)

Guidelines for Argument

69

(3)

Chapter Summary

72

(1)

Exercises

72

(3)

Graphics

75

(34)

General Guidelines for Speech Graphics

76

(3)

Preparing Graphics

76

(2)

Using Graphics

78

(1)

Specific Guidelines for Eight Graphics

79

(21)

Tables

80

(2)

Pie Charts

82

(3)

Bar Charts

85

(4)

Line Charts

89

(2)

Schedule Charts

91

(2)

Flowcharts

93

(2)

Organization Charts

95

(1)

Technical Drawings

95

(5)

Misuse of Graphics

100

(4)

Description of the Graphics Problem

100

(1)

Examples of Distored Graphics

100

(2)

Special Issues Related to PowerPoint

102

(2)

Chapter Summary

104

(1)

Exercises

105

(4)

Delivery

109

(18)

Final Preparations

110

(3)

Options for Notes

110

(2)

Options for Practice

112

(1)

Giving the Speech

113

(5)

Guidelines for Delivery

113

(3)

Guidelines for the Question-and-Answer Period

116

(2)

Dealing with Nervousness

118

(6)

Reasons for Speaking Anxiety

118

(1)

Zen and the Art of Reducing Anxiety

119

(5)

Chapter Summary

124

(1)

Exercises

125

(2)

Appendix: Sample Speech

127

(12)

Index

139

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Good speeches should start by giving listeners three main pieces of information: Purpose: What purpose does the speech have? Importance: What importance does the speech have? Plan: What plan will the speech follow?It may not surprise you that thisPIPformula applies not only to speeches but also to writing--from business proposals to handbooks like this one. So without delay, let's examine the purpose, importance, and plan for this book. PURPOSE OF THEPOCKET GUIDE TO PUBLIC SPEAKINGThis little book aims to help three main groups improve their skills in public speaking: Students in introductory speech classes that focus less on reading about speeches and more on preparing and delivering them Students in other courses that require speeches and thus may use the book as a secondary text Employees needing an on-the-job reference guide about speeches or a handbook for seminars on the subjectNot many people in any of these groups actually look forward to public speaking. Speeches force us outside our usual "comfort zone" of interpersonal, informal communication and into a "risky zone" of communication with larger groups in more formal situations. But because most of us do enjoy speaking informally, one key to good public speaking is to transfer skills we already display in less stressful contexts-such as conversations with friends or meetings with colleagues--to the formal contexts covered in this book. ThePocket Guide to Public Speakingwill help you make this transition.You've probably heard that every obstacle in life can be viewed conversely as an opportunity for learning. This book encourages you to see every speaking event as an opportunity to educate your audience. Public speaking also helps you grow personally and professionally. Just as you learn more about a subject in the process of preparing to write a report or proposal, you also learn more about a subject in the process of preparing to speak about it to others. View each speech as a chance to learn as much during the preparation process as you want your audience to learn during its delivery.In short, improving your speaking skills first requires you to focus your attention and discard negative thoughts. Then you can proceed to follow the guidelines in this book for preparing and delivering your best speech. Adopting a positive attitude and working hard go hand in hand. IMPORTANCE OF THIS BOOK TO YOUWe've established that the act of preparing and delivering speeches requires a great attitude and hard work. It's only natural for you to ask, "Why are speeches worth all this effort?"The answer is that success in your professional life will depend on your speaking skills--either because you regularly will be asked to speak before groups or because you will occasionally be asked to do so. In the first case, much of your job may involve presenting new ideas to colleagues in your own organization or speaking about products or services to your customers. In the second case, you may toil away for years before you get that first request to speak before supervisors, clients, or professional colleagues. In either scenario, your next promotion, your next job, or your professional credibility may depend on the skills emphasized in this book.Besides helping you influence others, there's another equally important reason to use this book in refining your speaking skills. Every time you deliver a competent presentation you add to a reservoir of self-confidence that spills over into the rest of your life. Success in public speaking breeds success in interpersonal communication because similar skills are at work. Your ability to inform, persuade, and entertain in an oral presentation increases the likelihood that you will run a more effective meeting, give a better job

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Pocket Guide to Public Speaking

Pocket Guide to Public Speaking

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