The document outlines eight critical rules for effective public speaking preparation, emphasizing the importance of knowing your content and audience. Key elements include crafting a compelling opening, defining the purpose of the presentation, maintaining a structured narrative, adhering to timing, and practicing vocal delivery. It also advises on appropriate use of humor and the role of notes in the speaking process.

1. 8 Golden Rules for
Successful Public Speaking

2. Preparation
You need to know your
content and your audience
Idea
Story Design
Graphic Production
Practice & Rehearsal
Execution
1

3. Opening
You have about 90 seconds to grab the
audience’s attention…
So, commit the first
200
words
of your presentation to memory
2

4. Purpose
Why am I here?
What am I going to get out of this?
Both audience and speaker
ought to be able to answer
these questions
3

5. Structure
Use a simple structure and tell a story…
Awaken Interest
Guide Understanding
Create Impact
Take Questions
Deliver Call to Action
4

6. Timing
Stick to the schedule
Know how long
you have…
5
…and don’t overstay
your welcome

7. Voice
Prepare your voice in advance
Be heard…
6
…and understood

8. Humour
Only use humour if it’s appropriate
7
If it doesn’t fit, don’t force it

9. Notes
Notes are for you…
…not your audience
8

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