APPENDIX 2
Public Speaking Quick Reference Guide
Chapter 1: Selecting a Topic
TIP 1: Speak to serve.
TIP 2: Choose a single core message that serves your audience’s needs and interests.
TIP 3: Choose a single, inspirational core theme rooted in an eternal truth.
TIP 4: Design your speech to have an impact.
TIP 5: Talk about subjects you know.
TIP 6: Thoroughly research your topic.
TIP 7: Respect your audience’s knowledge and intellect.
TIP 8: Speak with authenticity.
Chapter 2: Organizing a Speech
TIP 9: Use an organizing framework to make it easy for an audience to grasp the message.
TIP 10: Use the topical framework for informative speeches. ...
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