How to Give a Damn Good Speech (30-Minute Solutions)

Acknowledge Your Audience As I explained earlier in this chapter, you want to start your speech in a way that grabs the attention of the audience and introduces your topic.

As we've discussed earlier in this chapter, the best way to conclude your speech is to tell your audience what you told them.

Once you've welcomed the audience, established your credibility, and addressed biases, don't waste any time—tell the audience your main point.

Use Fragments to Add Impact. Although

After you have bonded with your audience by saying something nice about them, answer the questions about you that have been raised in their minds. Who are you and why are you qualified to speak to them?

Wow Them With an Amazing Fact. You

In the first few minutes of your speech you must establish your credibility. Don't be afraid to emphasize your credentials.

Use Alliteration. When

Your audience needs you to guide them along the road of your speech. They need to know when a new turn is coming up. Transitions serve as road signs in your speech, warning your audience when you plan to steer in a new direction. Like road signs, these transitions alert your audience to pay attention.