Speech Chapter 2
Proper way to practice a speech
-prepare with an audience outloud using gestures and movement
2 ways to cure a negative image of yourself:
-recognize your own individual worth and like who you are -don't fear being human (make mistakes)
Why does an accurate perception of yourself contribute to your speaking ability?
-strive for excellence, but you don't have to be perfect
Methods to add originality to a speech
-use different quotations and visual aids -create a unique intro to your speech -make it personal (story, quote, graph, etc.)
Ways to build a speech with solid content
1. Gives you more credibility -have something worthwhile to say -watch the news or television -look up facts/ stories on the internet and in newspapers -books in the library
How do you show enthusiasm
1. Intellectually 2. Physically
2 greatest problems regarding notes for a speech
1. Too many words on a single card 2. Too many notecards
2 ways to convey a good first impression
55% of what others think of you is determined before you even open your mouth -dress and groom appropriatly -body language should convey positive messages -have a good attitude, dress for success
Notecard
A comforting "security net" in case you fear losing your place in a speech
"Planks" of confidence
Content- have something worthwhile to say Organization- outline that is easy to understand Notes- jot down your ideas in an outlined form Friendliness- be congenial Impression- getting off to a good start Dedication- practice reading outloud Empathy- sincere understanding of the feelings, thoughts, and motives of others; other people have struggles too Newness- apply some originality, taking a new approach Conviction- believe in what you say; turn dull topics interesting Entusiasm- get fired up!
Dress and grooming has little to do with the impression you make on others(T/F)
False. 55% of what others think of you is determined before you even open your mouth. Your appearance is a huge part of your first impression.
Confident people usually are born with confidence(T/F)
False. Confidence is built. When you can face your fears, frustrations, and failures, and still come out standing on your own two feet, then confidence is being nurtured.
If you are suffering from stage fright, it is all right to read from your notes(T/F)
False. Do not READ.
Your audience is unlikely to forgive a speaking error or problem(T/F)
False. Humans make mistakes, even famous leaders. We become stronger at speaking when we learn from our errors.
Conviction has little to do with confidence(T/F)
False. Know what your principles are, and have the courage to stand up and voice those principles. Confidence can be greatly magnified when you know what you believe.
When we are suffering from stage fright, our heart rates may decrease to half the normal level(T/F)
False. Our heart rates increase.
A good way to practice a speech is to go over the material silently in a corner.(T/F)
False. Practice your speech outloud.
We should think of a speech as a performance(T/F)
False. Speech is a longtime skill.
Research shows that most people's stage fears occur because they suffer from real speaking problems(T/F)
False. Stage fright occurs because of nervousness.
Since stage fright is a figment of our imaginations, it is not a serious speaking problem(T/F)
False. We cannot let our stage fright show to the audience.
Confidence is the ____ of effective oral communication
Internal framework
Empathy/Common ground
Knowing how it feels to feel that way
A good speaker does not always rely on "the spontaneity of the moment"(T/F)
True
An error can lead to personal discovery(T/F)
True
Being likable is the "magic bullet" to speaking(T/F)
True
Fifty- five percent of what others think of you is determined before you ever open your mouth(T/F)
True
Honest intrapersonal communication is one cure for stage fright(T/F)
True
Many people equate one mistake with total failure(T/F)
True
Many people make giving a speech more difficult than it really is(T/F)
True
Stage fright is most evident right before we speak and during the first thirty seconds or so after we have actually opened our mouths(T/F)
True
Studies show that many fear the thought of giving a speech more than they do the thought of dying(T/F)
True
Phobia
When fear reaches a certain level, or a persistent irrational fear
Fear
a biological process by which animals, including humans, secure the necessary energy to do a job that really matters; designed to protect us from harm
Performance anxiety
an extreme fear of audiences- stage fright
Stage Fright
communication apprehension- afraid to speak
Self-esteem
confidence
Perception
refers to how you see things
Confidence
the feeling you have when you believe that you are capable of handling a situation successfully- result on ongoing preparation and practice
