Effective Speaking Fundamentals
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Effective Speaking Fundamentals
Scenario: A safer lighthouse walkway
At a community meeting, Hugo argues that the slippery walkway to the lighthouse needs better lighting. Georgia is chairing the meeting, and Mere is listening as a local resident. Hugo begins: “The walkway is dangerous. Last week, I nearly slipped after sunset. Better lights would help everyone use the path safely.” He looks across the room, pauses after “dangerous”, and speaks clearly. When he describes the near-slip, his pace slows. He then adds: “I’m asking the council to install two low-energy lights before winter. The cost is modest, and the benefit is safer access for all.”
Analyse the choices
- It gives the audience time to notice and consider the key idea.
- It proves that Hugo has forgotten his entire argument.
- It makes the claim less important.
- It prevents the audience from hearing the next sentence.
- Looking across the room
- Slowing down while describing the near-slip
- Speaking clearly
- Using an open posture
- Help the audience understand the message
- Include and connect with listeners
- Appear approachable and confident
- Make an important moment easier to follow
Practise and plan
Imagine you are speaking at the same meeting. You have one minute to persuade listeners to make one practical improvement to the lighthouse or its walkway. Your idea may be different from Hugo’s.
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