Public Speaking – Tips on Selecting the Type of Speech to Use There are two types of speeches used in public speaking, either you are “selling” something or you are “telling” something. The type of speech you select will depend on the reason you are presenting, and the nature of your audience. In public speaking selecting the right type of speech will increase the effectiveness of your speech. The purpose of your speech can range from enjoyment to convincing the audience to take a certain action. How much the audience knows about your topic and their attitude towards it, also needs to be considered when selecting the type of speech you will deliver. The “telling” speech is made up of either an informative or entertaining speech. The “selling& Read More
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Public Speaking – Tips on Selecting the Type of Speech to Use
Public Speaking And The Type A Personality
Public Speaking And The Type A Personality When it comes to public speaking, those who have the most difficulty permitting themselves to deliver a dynamic presentation are those of the Type A personality. Characterized by an intense drive for perfection, the Type A individual does not allow for mistakes. And, that is the crux of the problem. Is it possible to achieve ‘perfection’ in a live performance? Who is to say it is perfect? Perfection is subjective in this type of venue. What I may see as perfect, someone else may not. For the Type A personality, this obsession is what often leads to failure – and for that individual, the results are discontentedness in which he/she focuses only on the negative aspects. Last century witnessed one of the greatest pianists Read More