Well-organized speeches have benefits for audiences such as being easier to understand, easier to remember, more credible, and more enjoyable. Speeches should be organized using an outline that tells the audience what will be discussed, then discusses it, and finally recaps what was discussed. An effective speech outline includes an introduction to capture attention, three main points with transitions in between, and a conclusion that reviews or leaves a memorable message.

1. Organize your speech

2. 1…; 2…; 3…; … It’s interesting… He is really professional… I understand every words he said… Well-organized speeches have benefits for the audience Easier to understand Easier to remember More credible More enjoyable

3. Speech must build in repetition First, you tell them what you are about to tell them Then, you tell them Finally, you tell them what you just told them

4. H ow to organize speech content? Use transitions to link ideas Who is my audience Create an audience profile Structure the information Put presentation in outline/note form Opening… 1.----------- 2.----------- 3.----------- Conclusion transition transition transition transition Factor 3 Factor 2 Factor 4 Factor 5 … Factor 1 Opening… 1.----- 2.----- 3.----- Conclusion -- -- -- notes

5. Make an Outline Time 1. Chronological 2. Spatial 3. Comparative Topic Subtopic #1 Subtopic #2 Subtopic #3 4. Topical 5. Problem-solution

6. Outline of Speech Content Introduction Captures audience attention Leads into speech topic Transition Body Main point #1 (sub-point + supporting material ) transition with signposting Main point #2 transition with signposting Main point #3 transition with signposting Conclusion Review or summary Call to action or memorable statement

7. Executive Summary The opening should catch the audience’s attention; The body must support the idea you want to convey; The conclusion should reinforce your ideas and be memorable; Transition between thoughts must be smooth.