Preparation and Practice The Better Speaker Series

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Preparationand practice lead

to excellence.

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Become familiar with  Lectern and audience location  Microphone usage  Room conditions  Visual aids

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Become familiar withLectern and Audience Location Speaking area  Audience configuration  Stage location of platform steps or ramp

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Become familiar withMicrophones  Groups of 100+  Audience over the age of 50  Poor acoustics Voice strain

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Become familiar withRoom Conditions Temperature  Appropriate lighting  Discreet entry for latecomers  Competitive outside noise

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Become familiar withVisual Aids  Located where all can see Appropriately sized viewing screen Handout distribution

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Rehearsing the Speech    Practice ideas, not words.  Prepare a mental draft of the

speech.  Finish each rehearsal session.

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Improving Your Speech  Add improvements gradually  Arrange for feedback

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Extra ConsiderationsProvide an introduction  Prepare yourself physically  Have a mental rehearsal

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Conclusion

Good luck happenswhen preparednessmeets opportunity. – Anon

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