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The Tower
This structure uses different layers of infor-
mation to build on the one before. The result
is a compelling tower of information that sup-
ports your key message. With each layer, you
gain the audience’s acceptance of your argu-
ment, so that your listeners help to hold up
the complete structure. When you’re finished
you can stand back and see the power and rel-
evance of the argument you’ve constructed.
Suitable for: messages where rational rea-
soning is emphasised, e.g. technical messages, persuasive
speeches, sales talks and academic talks.
Intensity Builder: What’s at the top of the tower?
For example: ...