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SRI LANKA CLUB SYMPOSIUM

TOASTMASTERS

Issue
October-November 2013

PREPARATION AND PRACTICE
Extra Consideration

Practice ideas,
not words.

Introduction

Most of us, speakers know the importance
Prepare a mental
and value of careful preparation and regular
draft of the speech.
rehearsal before delivering a speech. Delivering a
successful speech is more than coming up with an
Finish each
rehearsal session.
idea for the speech, writing it down and standing
behind the lectern for delivering the speech. The Ansar mohideen, ACS/ALB
difference between an excellent speaker and an
average speaker is in the amount of preparation c.The speaker is not close to the entrance to
that is going in to their presentation.
avoid
distraction from the people who
come late
Create Comfort and Security
d.There is competing sound from other
You may be called to speak in unfamiliar speech room or there is outside noise.
settings from time to time. As a speaker, you 4. Visual Aids
should be able to adapt your presentation to suit If you intend to use visual aids then ensure
the new setting or environment. You should a.The screen is large enough for the
become familiar with the new setting by asking audience to see
questions or visiting the place in advance.
b.Projector is working
Important Points to Consider
c.How to Distribute Hand-outs
1.Location of Lectern and audience

Room arrangements will tell where the audience
sit and where the speaker will deliver his speech. If
you are invited to deliver a speech in a new place,
asks questions about;
a. Designated Speaking Area: You may not find a
lectern there
b. Audience are seated in a lecture format, circle
or U shape
c. Location of the steps for the stage

Rehearsing the Speech

1.Provide material for an introduction
Write a short introduction and submit it in
advance. Include a brief mention of the topic,
why the speech is being given, your name
(spelled out phonetically if it tends to be
mispronounced) and the speech title.
2.Physical Preparation
If you feel good mentally and physically, your
presentation is likely to