2. What is public speaking?
Public speaking is the process or act of
performing a speech to a live audience. This
type of speech is deliberately structured
with three general purposes: to inform, to
persuade and to entertain. Public speaking
is commonly understood as formal, face-to-
face speaking of a single person to a group
of listeners.
3. The Do’s
Grab your audience’s attention starting with
your first sentence.
Pick the right words to impart your message.
Maintain positive eye contact.
Use props when appropriate.
Practice.
4. The Don’ts
1. Talk too fast or too slow.
2. Read from your slides.
3. Use “um” or other filler words.
4. Fidget.
5. Pace.