Slide 1/19 RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly Session 1: EFFECTIVE Public Speaking Club Presidents-elect Track Discussion Leader: PP Hj Andre Suharto R C Kuching Central

Slide 2/19RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly Learning Objectives Understand basic public speaking skills. Identify ways to improve public speaking skills through practice (role play).

Slide 3/19RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly About this session The first half of the session: 1.a combination of presentation and 2.knowledge/experience sharings The second half of the session – role play

Slide 4/19RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly Purpose of Public Speaking? Transmit information Motivate people Persuade people Simply telling a story (but a wider group of people)

Slide 5/19RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly Glossophobia Informally known as ‘stage fright’ Single most common phobia Affecting as much as 75% of the population

Slide 6/19RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly Tips to effective public speaking Understand the purpose Clear & concise Be prepared Be vivid Use double spacing & font size 14 for your notes or speech Cut your notes into half of A4 size for ease of handling if neccessary

Slide 7/19RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly Understand the purpose of the presentation Who – are you speaking to? Profile of the audience; how are they unique? What – you wish to communicate? How – best to deliver the message? Choosing the right words; use audio visual. When? – timing is important. Where? – room & equipment checks. Why – should they listen to you?

Slide 8/19RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly Clear & concise Easy to understand You will feel if your message is adequately clear Limit content of slides to a few bullet points (where slides are to be used)

Slide 9/19RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly Be prepared Preparation is frequently underrated Know your subject well Identify main points Make notes (but avoid reading from notes continuously) Prepare visuals (if necessary) Set adequate times for preparations Do research if required Practice what you will say

Slide 10/19RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly Be vivid when delivering the message Use examples Keep body language up-beat – don’t stuck behind rostrum Don’t talk too fast Use variety of tones of voice but be natural Make eye contacts Use visual aids if neccessary– but don’t overdo

Slide 11/19RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly Stage fright strategies Try to think it in a +(ve) way Fear is your friend Makes reflexes sharper Adds sparkle to your eyes & colours to your cheeks Less fright with more experience but can’t vanish 100%

Slide 12/19RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly Symptoms of stage fright Dry mouth Tight throat Sweaty glands Cold hands Shaky hands Nausea Fast pulse Trembling lips

Slide 13/19RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly How to handle stage frights Refer to handouts

Slide 14/19RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly ROLE PLAY 6 PEs to volunteer (select 1 from each region – Johor, Melaka, Sabah, Sarawak, Brunei + Labuan FT & Singapore) 2 minutes to deliver your speech Topic: a) your club’s service project b) why you joined Rotary or c) your club’s upcoming fundraising activity. Discussion leader will provide overall feedback

Slide 15/19RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly Feedback Did the speech give you the necessary information? Describe the presenter’s voice – tone varies & statement clear Knowledge of the presenter on the topic? Extent of notes used during the speech Was the presenter relaxed & confident? Pace of speech appropriate? Other observations & tips?

Slide 16/19RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly Summary - Public Speaking Use stories to illustrate key points. Stay within your allotted time. Use your notes only as a reference. Establish eye contacts and maintain good posture. Speak slowly and clearly, and vary the tone of your voice. Be relaxed and confident.

Slide 17/19RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly Some benefits Public speaking and Oration are sometimes considered some of the most importantly valued skills that an individual can possess. This skill can be used for almost anything. Language & rhetoric use are among the 2 most important aspects of public speaking & interpersonal communication.

Slide 18/19RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly End of Session 1: EFFECTIVE Public Speaking Club Presidents-elect Track

Slide 19/19 RI 20 th District 3310 Assembly Thank you Discussion Leader: PP Hj Andre Suharto “ENTER TO LEARN AND GO FORTH TO SERVE”