Morristown-Hamblen Air Force JROTC TN-20182

Basics of Public Speaking

Lesson Overview Audience Nerves Body Language Communication Know your subject Intro, body, conclusion Feedback… adapt Other

Know your Audience Understand your audience Speak their language… professionally. Don’t talk over their heads Dress equal or one level up to audience

Nerves Harness your nerves Use butterflies to help you focus Practice will help calm the nerves and breeds confidence!

Radiate positive energy Don’t turn your back to audience Body Language  Face the audience Radiate positive energy Don’t turn your back to audience Don’t lean on podium Avoid hiding behind podium Eye Contact Critical Ensure left to right eye contact

Communication Avoid Filler words… “aaahh”, “er”, “like”, “okay”…. Talking with hands OK… with limitations Hand Salute Says “I greet you” Signals recognition and respect Sloppy salute shows lack of confidence or respect

Know your Subject Ensure you know your subject Do adequate research Practice…. Practice…. Practice… Posture matters

Intro, Body, Conclusion Clear Introduction – What are you going to talk about? Body Typically three main points… Conclusion Summary of what was discussed Clear transitions (first, second, in conclusion)

Feedback Pay attention to feedback   Pay attention to feedback If you are losing the audience… adjust Adapt to your surroundings…

Other Sprinkle in a little humor Smooth transitions Props can help… or hurt Landing the plane Don’t ramble on… stick the landing! Frame your thoughts well!

Chapter 3, Lesson 2

Chapter 3, Lesson 2

Chapter 3, Lesson 2

Chapter 3, Lesson 2

Chapter 3, Lesson 2

Chapter 3, Lesson 2

Chapter 3, Lesson 2