http://ezinearticles.com/?cat=Writing-and-Speaking:Public-Speaking EzineArticles.com - Trusted By Millions as The Source For Quality Original Articles http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ Remember Pareto's Principle? Where 80% of the results comes from 20% of your effort. Or 80% of your revenue generated by 20% of your customers. This principle works here in public speaking as well. If you are tight for time, and you want to know what you can do minimally to cause maximum results, this is it. The 20% work that will make a huge positive difference in your upcoming speech or presentation. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 17:17:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Here-Are-3-Things-Your-Speech-Cant-Do-Without&id=2552536 http://ezinearticles.com/?Here-Are-3-Things-Your-Speech-Cant-Do-Without&id=2552536 Imagine you have been invited as the after dinner speaker at a local club or organization and they are serving wine with the meal. Should you partake? I would tell you to stick to water or coffee or tea. While you may find one alcoholic drink or one glass of wine relaxing and a good means of settling your nerves, I beg to differ. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 16:07:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Is-Alcohol-a-Good-Idea-Before-Your-Presentation?&id=2551411 http://ezinearticles.com/?Is-Alcohol-a-Good-Idea-Before-Your-Presentation?&id=2551411 When I first started my business, my primary goal was to teach others how to improve the sound of their speaking voice and also to teach public speaking skills. What I learned in those early years was that my techniques for voice training were resulting in a host of benefits that had nothing to do with the voice or presentation skills. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:07:50 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Un-Voiced-Benefits-of-Voice-Improvement&id=2551506 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Un-Voiced-Benefits-of-Voice-Improvement&id=2551506 Tone is the expression of a mood or emotion. In relationship to your delivery, tone is determined by your topic or your subject. If you are giving the after-dinner speech at a conference, it is quite possible that your talk will be funny; thus, your tone is going to be quite different than if you are giving the eulogy at a funeral. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:04:59 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Define-Tone-in-Public-Speaking&id=2550773 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Define-Tone-in-Public-Speaking&id=2550773 In public speaking, one of the greats in the business is, without a doubt, Zig Ziglar. He can tell a story and engage his audience with his diction, his Southern drawl, and his masterful use of color in all of his presentations. The emotion, the life, the energy, and the passion with which he speaks make for a truly dynamic delivery. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:04:51 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Learn-From-Zig-Ziglar-But-Dont-Imitate-Him&id=2550809 http://ezinearticles.com/?Learn-From-Zig-Ziglar-But-Dont-Imitate-Him&id=2550809 Through the years, I have been amazed at how many people are totally unaware that they have a richer, warmer, resonant, and even sexier speaking voice inside. Most people believe that the voice they are using out of habit is something they cannot change. Nothing could be further from the truth. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:04:25 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Get-Your-Voice-Out-of-Your-Throat-and-Let-Your-Chest-Do-Your-Talking&id=2551086 http://ezinearticles.com/?Get-Your-Voice-Out-of-Your-Throat-and-Let-Your-Chest-Do-Your-Talking&id=2551086 The last thing you need to worry about before your presentation or your speech is the need to constantly clear your throat. Because many dairy products produce excessive phlegm, it would a good choice to ignore your routine cereal if you are speaking early in the morning, to pass on the yogurt dressing if it is a lunchtime engagement and to forget the ice dessert if you are the after dinner speaker. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:04:01 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Forget-the-Milk,-Yogurt-and-Ice-Cream-Before-Public-Speaking&id=2551145 http://ezinearticles.com/?Forget-the-Milk,-Yogurt-and-Ice-Cream-Before-Public-Speaking&id=2551145 Speaking with expression, emotion, life, animation - whatever you call it - is one of your most important characteristics in delivering a dynamic presentation or speech. Just how colorful are you at the lectern? Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:03:47 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-Your-Presentation-Skills-Pass-the-Color-Test?&id=2551258 http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-Your-Presentation-Skills-Pass-the-Color-Test?&id=2551258 One of the best pieces of advice I give to my clients is to paint a picture with your voice, with your facial expression, and with your body language when speaking. Those who read audio books are marvelous in this respect because their job is to depict everything they are saying so that the listener becomes riveted to the story and to their words. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:03:29 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Painting-a-Picture-With-Your-Voice&id=2551291 http://ezinearticles.com/?Painting-a-Picture-With-Your-Voice&id=2551291 That is a marvelous question because libraries, book stores and Amazon are replete with books on voice and presentation skills. The answer, however, is probably not. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:03:12 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-You-Improve-Your-Speaking-Voice-With-a-Book?&id=2551318 http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-You-Improve-Your-Speaking-Voice-With-a-Book?&id=2551318 Is it possible to be composed when your heart is racing, your knees are shaking, and your stomach is in knots? Most definitely. When you look at the great speakers like Jack Canfield, Zig Ziglar, Dennis Prager, and Mark Victor Hansen, do you think they are not nervous? They are, but all you see is composure. Calm, reassuring, and confident, they address their audience just like they were having a conversation with you in your living room. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:03:01 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Podium-Power-Finding-Composure-When-Addressing-an-Audience&id=2551377 http://ezinearticles.com/?Podium-Power-Finding-Composure-When-Addressing-an-Audience&id=2551377 For all my talk, my articles, and the advice I give about the wonderful, marvelous pause in public speaking, a difficulty for some is that it can become rhythmic, taking on a sing-song effect. The one thing you never want from the pause is for your audience to know in advance when it is coming. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:02:44 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?When-the-Pause-Becomes-Sing-Song-in-Public-Speaking&id=2549940 http://ezinearticles.com/?When-the-Pause-Becomes-Sing-Song-in-Public-Speaking&id=2549940 f you want to speak like a world class speaker, I suggest you start asking yourself these questions on a daily basis. Won't take you long yet the effects will blow you away. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 10:38:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Here-Are-Three-Questions-That-World-Class-Speakers-Ask-Daily&id=2552495 http://ezinearticles.com/?Here-Are-Three-Questions-That-World-Class-Speakers-Ask-Daily&id=2552495 They say that variety is the spice of life and the same holds true for the voice which has color, those various and vivid effects in speech which give life to the voice. Good pacing, pause, force, duration, inflection, variety of pitch and your attitude characterize a truly dynamic speaking voice. Take the statement, 'He likes me.' By stressing a different word each time you say it, you will have three different meanings. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 08:11:47 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Speaking-in-Living-Color&id=2549732 http://ezinearticles.com/?Speaking-in-Living-Color&id=2549732 How you feel effects how you speak. If you are feeling poorly, either physically or emotionally, it may be heard in your voice. If you are to make a presentation and you are not pleased with your material, it will show. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:23:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Right-Attitude-in-Public-Speaking-is-the-Right-Approach&id=2550013 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Right-Attitude-in-Public-Speaking-is-the-Right-Approach&id=2550013 Impromptu speaking is tough. If you've ever watched the contestants in beauty contest try to answer a tough question, you know what I mean. Even in a job interview, when you're trying to impress 4 or 5 interviewers, it's easy to get rattled by the questions. In high-pressure impromptu situations like these, take a few seconds before you respond to gather your thoughts. Don't be afraid to pause during your response if you need to. If you can pause without a look of panic on your face, you will appear thoughtful and careful, and your audience will respect you for that. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:22:06 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Organize-an-Impromptu-Speech&id=2535834 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Organize-an-Impromptu-Speech&id=2535834 Public speakers enter into a social contract every time they take the stage. To fulfill their end of the bargain, speakers must ask a fundamental question long before the date of their speech or presentation. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:11:11 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Social-Contract&id=2536265 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Social-Contract&id=2536265 The time to think about your transcription project is not after the audio is completed and ready to be transcribed. It's before the interview or phone call or meeting even begins. In that regard, here are the top five things that would make you the perfect transcription client. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 15:27:03 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Perfect-Transcription-Client&id=2534202 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Perfect-Transcription-Client&id=2534202 Do you hate having to give presentations or address a crowd? Give that toast? It's not as scary as you think. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 15:19:48 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Scared-About-Speaking-in-Public?-Have-a-Presentation-to-Give?-Dont-Worry!&id=2534634 http://ezinearticles.com/?Scared-About-Speaking-in-Public?-Have-a-Presentation-to-Give?-Dont-Worry!&id=2534634 Expending extra energy or strength on a particular word, phrase, or sentence for emphasis is force. We all use force at one time or another in conversation. It is normal; it natural; it is effective and it is sometimes lacking in public speaking. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:01:36 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Using-FORCE-on-a-Word-For-Emphasis&id=2549850 http://ezinearticles.com/?Using-FORCE-on-a-Word-For-Emphasis&id=2549850 Regarding color, pacing does not refer to how fast or slow you speak overall, but rather to the quickening of the voice or the drawing out of the voice in certain areas of your presentation. Most people employ pacing in their everyday speech, but at the lectern, they often have only one speed: presto! Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:58:09 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Is-Pacing-the-Same-As-Speed-in-Public-Speaking?&id=2549812 http://ezinearticles.com/?Is-Pacing-the-Same-As-Speed-in-Public-Speaking?&id=2549812 Money - it's a love / hate thing. We all would like to have lots of the stuff; however, most people (us included) would probably rather lose a finger than have to sit though yet another incredibly boring presentation about the green stuff. Why is this? It's actually pretty easy to understand what's wrong with most presentations about money: it is presented in a boring way, the PowerPoint slides that are used are crammed with numbers that are way too small for any human to be able to read, and the presenter often uses vocabulary that we don't understand. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:52:18 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?10-Tips-For-Becoming-a-Public-Speaker-Who-Can-Talk-About-Money&id=2521164 http://ezinearticles.com/?10-Tips-For-Becoming-a-Public-Speaker-Who-Can-Talk-About-Money&id=2521164 Many articles about giving a presentation start off saying how people are nervous or even frightened of speaking in public. Then they go on to provide guidance on how to get over the nerves and give a good presentation. All the good advice of preparation and practice, taking deep breaths, sucking a mint, not drinking the water, remember the audience are just people, that they are on your side, that nothing nasty will happen etc., is all very well intentioned but it doesn't always help. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:58:24 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Be-Yourself,-Be-Nervous,-Be-Passionate&id=2520813 http://ezinearticles.com/?Be-Yourself,-Be-Nervous,-Be-Passionate&id=2520813 The first roadblock to effective public and/or professional speaking is overcoming your fear. After you have successfully dealt with fear, the next step is to embrace your audience by making every speech an event. Make your presentations more powerful by frequently painting mind pictures for those in your audience. The more you can do to both use your expertise, while at the same time making yourself comfortable--the better your presentation will be received and utilized. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:50:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-With-a-Purpose-Part-3&id=2517643 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-With-a-Purpose-Part-3&id=2517643 As a public speaker or doing presentation, getting and maintaining audience attention is very crucial. They are of course other crucial things, but if the audiences are not giving you attention, they simply are not going to listen to you. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:47:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Guide-to-Public-Speaking-and-Presentations&id=2524835 http://ezinearticles.com/?Guide-to-Public-Speaking-and-Presentations&id=2524835 What are you passionate about? Whatever it is I am willing to bet that you could go on for hours talking about your "passion". Passion and fear are two strong emotional responses with opposite effects. See how combining the two can help you control and overcome fear, panic, and anxiety. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 08:08:43 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Passion-is-the-Opposite-of-Fear&id=2544799 http://ezinearticles.com/?Passion-is-the-Opposite-of-Fear&id=2544799 If you are enrolled in a public speaking course, attending, a 2-day workshop on presentation skills, or you belong to Toastmasters, you may encounter a stumbling block when it comes to choice of topic. Imagine that you are required to give an informative presentation. What should you talk about? Wed, 01 Jul 2009 06:17:14 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Select-an-Informative-Topic-For-Toastmasters-Or-Your-Public-Speaking-Class-Part-1&id=2544662 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Select-an-Informative-Topic-For-Toastmasters-Or-Your-Public-Speaking-Class-Part-1&id=2544662 A great analogy to well-put together presentation is the famous sandwich of the comic strip character Dagwood. A good opening and close, like the top and bottom of Dagwood's sandwich, adds flavor and interest and holds it together. But all the meat is in the middle. This is what you've got to say. So it needs to be interesting, memorable, clear and easy to follow along and understand. How you spot and then plot your main ideas will help make that happen. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:22:31 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-Your-Main-Message-How-to-Spot-and-Plot-Your-Main-Ideas&id=2542255 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-Your-Main-Message-How-to-Spot-and-Plot-Your-Main-Ideas&id=2542255 In my last article I discussed how to select a topic for an informative presentation. What I did not mention under this type of presentation is that the retelling of an experience that happened to you or even to someone else is viable material, especially if your presentation is relatively brief. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:20:17 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Select-an-Informative-Topic-For-Toastmasters-Or-Your-Public-Speaking-Class-Part-2&id=2544684 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Select-an-Informative-Topic-For-Toastmasters-Or-Your-Public-Speaking-Class-Part-2&id=2544684 While my last two articles dealt with subjects for the informative presentation, I wanted to take this opportunity to discuss those forms of oral discourse which are persuasive in nature. The idea with the persuasive is to take your 5, 10, 20 or 40-minute presentation and convince your audience to agree with what you are saying. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:15:09 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Selecting-a-Topic-For-the-Persuasive-Presentation&id=2544809 http://ezinearticles.com/?Selecting-a-Topic-For-the-Persuasive-Presentation&id=2544809 When you are invited to speak, it's important to understand exactly what you are being asked to do. Understanding your client's expectation is the first step to understanding your role and expectations. Cathy was meeting resistance from her fellow presenters, possibly because they each had differing views of the event -- was this to be a keynote, team presentation or a panel discussion? Such confusion could be easily cleared up by the client. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:04:57 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Know-Your-Presentation-Role-Deliver-on-Expectations&id=2542177 http://ezinearticles.com/?Know-Your-Presentation-Role-Deliver-on-Expectations&id=2542177 Reading your speech is not the ideal way to deliver your speech. It makes it difficult to connect with the audience and deliver your audience effectively. However, with a little application it is possible to confidently and effectively deliver you speech through reading. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:54:02 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-How-to-Read-Your-Speech-With-Confidence&id=2543927 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-How-to-Read-Your-Speech-With-Confidence&id=2543927 If we want to get something from a group of people via our speeches to them, the understanding on how to hypnotize someone with the correct persuasive elements in your speeches is very important. However most people are misdirected and educated wrongly with crap information regarding this topic. That's why I'm going to give you 3 secret key psychology tricks that you can add in your topics for persuasive speeches. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:48:29 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?3-Secret-Key-Psychology-Tricks-That-You-Can-Add-in-Your-Topics-For-Persuasive-Speeches&id=2521955 http://ezinearticles.com/?3-Secret-Key-Psychology-Tricks-That-You-Can-Add-in-Your-Topics-For-Persuasive-Speeches&id=2521955 Speaking in front of people is not always an easy task. Here are the things I have learned when it comes to public speaking. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:21:42 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Speak-to-Me-Tales-From-a-Member-of-the-Audience&id=2521804 http://ezinearticles.com/?Speak-to-Me-Tales-From-a-Member-of-the-Audience&id=2521804 The opening of a talk is crucial because it serves multiple purposes: it must get attention, establish credibility, create rapport and help you get your stride. In other words, it must "Wow" the audience and tell them "Why" they should listen to you. If it doesn't, the sad truth is you may have lost them before you even get to the heart of your talk. Here's how to use the Wow and the Why to make the most of your opening. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:18:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-Wow-and-Why-Essential-Components-of-a-Great-Opening&id=2541221 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-Wow-and-Why-Essential-Components-of-a-Great-Opening&id=2541221 While your delivery skills are crucial to how engaging and compelling a speaker you are, it doesn't mean your message should be short-changed. In fact, if your delivery is powerful and dynamic, then audiences will be hanging on your every word. So it makes sense to ensure that your content is understandable and easy to follow. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:18:26 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-When-You-Use-This-Talk-Template,-Your-Presentation-Will-Practically-Give-Itself!&id=2541158 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-When-You-Use-This-Talk-Template,-Your-Presentation-Will-Practically-Give-Itself!&id=2541158 What are we afraid of? What is fear? What can we do about it? We all have fears at one time or another and to one degree or another. I did a little research of my own and found that next to terrorist, fear of public speaking and fear of success ranked high on the list of things people fear most. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:18:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fear-of-Public-Speaking-Be-Gone&id=301678 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fear-of-Public-Speaking-Be-Gone&id=301678 While the strategies and tips on public speaking are somewhat the same for small and large groups, there are important differences to ensure success. I know several people who are very comfortable with speaking in front of large groups but they have a fear of public speaking when they get into a small group or office meeting situation. And, vice versa, of course. In a small group situation you can use some of the same strategies to overcome your fear of public speaking that you would use in a large group. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:38:34 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-in-Small-Groups-Or-Meetings&id=2539355 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-in-Small-Groups-Or-Meetings&id=2539355 Did you know that fear of public speaking is one of the most prevalent fears in America? According to some sources, statistically more Americans fear speaking in public than dying. It's pretty sobering to think most people are so traumatized or paralyzed by something that can be overcome. If you are one of those people, know you that can overcome your fear of public speaking! Tue, 30 Jun 2009 10:14:06 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Conquering-Your-Fear-of-Public-Speaking-Three-Secrets-to-Your-Success!&id=2538537 http://ezinearticles.com/?Conquering-Your-Fear-of-Public-Speaking-Three-Secrets-to-Your-Success!&id=2538537 Lists 5 great tips that will help people deliver a fantastic speech. One of the keys to a successful presentation is "knowing your stuff." Tue, 30 Jun 2009 10:02:47 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?5-Terrific-Tips-to-Boost-Your-Presentation-Skills&id=2538487 http://ezinearticles.com/?5-Terrific-Tips-to-Boost-Your-Presentation-Skills&id=2538487 Public speaking and professional speaking are very different animals. My recommendations below will help you, regardless of being a public speaker or a professional speaker. Use; Audience Engagement, Crashing Preoccupation Barrier, Mind Pictures, Deep Personal Inner Exploration, and a Powerful Close. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:43:17 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-With-a-Purpose-Part-1&id=2373292 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-With-a-Purpose-Part-1&id=2373292 In speech giving, frequently your level of self-confidence will be directly proportionate to the quality of both your speech and its delivery. The two important elements of self-confidence are preparation and practice. Excellent speech preparation includes: mastery of topic (even if you just did the research), flow of thought and/or persuasion, the quality of your PowerPoint (if you select to use it), planned emotional peeks and valleys, planned emotional releases through humor, and correct length of time. Only amateurs go over their time! Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:42:17 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-With-a-Purpose-Part-2&id=2373387 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-With-a-Purpose-Part-2&id=2373387 In speech preparation, one frequently asks, "How close can you place the mirror to my audience members?" or "Which side do I place my notes on the lectern if I'm using PowerPoint and my computer is also on the lectern?" or "Am I easy to listen to?" Another issue is how to find your own voice in public or professional speaking? All the above are covered in this article. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:23:04 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-With-a-Purpose-Part-4&id=2525590 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-With-a-Purpose-Part-4&id=2525590 Do you have to stand in front of people and deliver a speech? yet you do not have the time to prepare one? Feel incompetent to even make one if you have the time? Well then Pre written speeches will always come in handy. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:42:42 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pre-Written-Speeches&id=1665515 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pre-Written-Speeches&id=1665515 Are you having difficulties in writing your speech and wondering whether you can get help to write your speech? Well the answer is yes. There are several people that will be willing to help. These kind of people include your best friend, a relative or one of your family members, speech witting software and even maybe your college professor. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:41:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Speech-Writing-Help&id=1665520 http://ezinearticles.com/?Speech-Writing-Help&id=1665520 You are running out of time, just a few more hours before you can deliver your speech but are not even halfway done. What you need at this point is a speech writing software which will help bridge the gap and meet your deadline. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:38:02 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Speech-Writing-Software&id=1665524 http://ezinearticles.com/?Speech-Writing-Software&id=1665524 Being a great communicator, or speaking in public, is sometimes a problem for people. You start getting nervous and suddenly you don't know what to say next, and you get the sweats or you get chilled. Right? Well, here are three tips that will help you feel more comfortable when it's time to speak... Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:28:51 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Be-a-Great-Communicator-Three-Unique-Tips-That-Help-You-Communicate-Well&id=2534051 http://ezinearticles.com/?Be-a-Great-Communicator-Three-Unique-Tips-That-Help-You-Communicate-Well&id=2534051 Learn a system that will teach you how to effectively deliver a professional speech to an audience. There are simple steps that you can follow that teach all the techniques you will need. Have your audience waiting with baited breath for each word you speak. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:40:31 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-Help-Learn-a-System-That-Teaches-How-to-Deliver-a-Professional-Speech&id=2534432 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-Help-Learn-a-System-That-Teaches-How-to-Deliver-a-Professional-Speech&id=2534432 Giving a great sermon has a lot to do with preparing an effective sermon outline. Get some tips that can help you have a good outline and a great delivery. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:24:18 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Sermon-Outline-Tips-That-Make-Giving-Great-Sermons-Easy&id=2511633 http://ezinearticles.com/?Sermon-Outline-Tips-That-Make-Giving-Great-Sermons-Easy&id=2511633 So here you are, gearing up to write your first sermon. Writing an engaging sermon can be nerve wracking if you've never made an attempt at it before. Many first time writers don't know where to begin, what topics they should discuss, and which passages of scripture they should refer to or quote from. How do you bring your sermon full circle, and tie it into the lives of your listeners? Is that even possible? Everyone interprets the scripture differently, after all. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:18:44 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Creating-Sermons-Your-Congregation-Will-Love-The-Three-Golden-Rules&id=2502302 http://ezinearticles.com/?Creating-Sermons-Your-Congregation-Will-Love-The-Three-Golden-Rules&id=2502302 There are many things that you can use to enhance your words and create a more powerful impact when speaking in public. Examples of myth stories can be used in a speech or address that will invoke emotions and reactions in your audience, drawing them in and giving them an strong example to illustrate your key points. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:12:44 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Using-Examples-of-Myth-Stories-in-Speaking&id=2534041 http://ezinearticles.com/?Using-Examples-of-Myth-Stories-in-Speaking&id=2534041 Speaking in public is scary, intimidating and nerve wracking. However, public speaking is a skill just like driving. There are a number of mini skills that can be learned that will have you giving memorable public speaking performances. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:55:23 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-Tips-and-Techniques-Knowing-How-to-Give-a-Great-Speech-is-Like-Driving-a-Car&id=2533480 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-Tips-and-Techniques-Knowing-How-to-Give-a-Great-Speech-is-Like-Driving-a-Car&id=2533480 Many years ago when I first started my business, one of my clients, a woman billing herself as a professional speaker, was quite adamant in her disagreement with me about nervousness. She said that she was never nervous making a presentation and did not think nervousness was good. Had I been quick, I would have said to her, "Your lack of nervousness may be the reason you have had only 4 invitations to speak in the last 2 years!" Fri, 26 Jun 2009 16:23:16 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?If-You-Are-Not-Nervous-in-Public-Speaking,-Then-I-Am!&id=2531622 http://ezinearticles.com/?If-You-Are-Not-Nervous-in-Public-Speaking,-Then-I-Am!&id=2531622 Go to any book store and you'll find a 6" long section of books that promise to teach you how to deliver a speech in public better. What's all to often missing from this avalanche of advice is any real guidance on how to create a speech that will work for your audience. No matter how well you deliver a speech, it will all be for naught if the speech itself does not do a good job of telling your story & making your point. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 16:16:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Public-Speakers-Tips-For-Writing-a-Speech&id=2511004 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Public-Speakers-Tips-For-Writing-a-Speech&id=2511004 They say that man's greatest fear is public speaking; his second greatest fear is dying. Imagine that - most people would rather be dead than stand and give a speech or presentation! But do you know what man's 3rd greatest fear is? Fri, 26 Jun 2009 16:12:01 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Value-of-Public-Speaking-Today&id=2531564 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Value-of-Public-Speaking-Today&id=2531564 What was Dennis Quaid doing at a fairly boring health care IT conference you ask? Well it turns out that he has a heck of a story to tell about how his newborn children were given the wrong medicine. Everyone attending the conference knew about the story, and so roughly 15,000 - 20,000 folks showed up to hear Dennis give his speech. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 16:07:36 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Dennis-Quaid-Gives-a-Keynote-Speech-Real-Life-Speeches&id=2514410 http://ezinearticles.com/?Dennis-Quaid-Gives-a-Keynote-Speech-Real-Life-Speeches&id=2514410 You have two voices. The first of the two is the natural relaxed one that Mother Nature gave you at birth. The second and more familiar voice is an encumbered and distorted version of the first. In less than five minutes learn how to speak in your most appealing voice possible. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 11:51:01 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Your-Voice-is-Better-Than-You-Think&id=2512012 http://ezinearticles.com/?Your-Voice-is-Better-Than-You-Think&id=2512012 The fear of public speaking is a fear shared by many people. Many people avoid it at all costs. Many of today's top speakers have suffered from nerves but have overcome it to become confident public speakers. Speaking with confidence is important to success in most fields of human endeavor. A few well chosen words confidently spoken can achieve more than 5 years hard work. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 11:47:06 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-5-Easy-Steps-to-Self-Confidence-Through-Preparation&id=2528288 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-5-Easy-Steps-to-Self-Confidence-Through-Preparation&id=2528288 Average speakers give speeches that get a good response, but exceptional speakers give speeches that move their audiences to take action. Here are 2 tools you can use to get your audience to take action... Fri, 26 Jun 2009 11:21:50 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?2-Public-Speaking-Tools-to-Get-Your-Audience-to-Take-Action&id=2510474 http://ezinearticles.com/?2-Public-Speaking-Tools-to-Get-Your-Audience-to-Take-Action&id=2510474 Public speaking can be referred to as an act of speaking to a group of people or a crowd. This act of speaking is done in order to convince and entertain the people in a formal and polite manner. The real intention of public speaking may be to entertain a crowd or to motivate them for a certain cause or transmitting information. Public speaking can also be like telling a simple story. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 10:53:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Art-of-Public-Speaking-An-Introduction&id=2510178 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Art-of-Public-Speaking-An-Introduction&id=2510178 In my last article, I discussed the idea of gathering as much information as possible with your contact or the person who has invited you to speak by asking questions. It is to your advantage to know as much as possible before you even begin the creation of your speech or presentation. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 10:24:57 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-Your-Homework-Before-Opening-Your-Mouth-to-Speak-Part-3&id=2527727 http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-Your-Homework-Before-Opening-Your-Mouth-to-Speak-Part-3&id=2527727 Imagine that you have received a phone call, an email, or an actual letter in the mail, inviting you to speak at a club's monthly meeting, an organization's annual convention, or a firm's 2-day conference. What is the 1st thing you should do? Fri, 26 Jun 2009 10:22:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-Your-Homework-Before-Opening-Your-Mouth-to-Speak-Part-2&id=2527720 http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-Your-Homework-Before-Opening-Your-Mouth-to-Speak-Part-2&id=2527720 Imagine that someone has gotten in touch with you and asked you to speak to their company, their firm, their organization or club, their university, or possibly at a convention or expo. Perhaps you are toasting a bride, giving a eulogy or delivering a graduation speech. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:50:27 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-Your-Homework-BEFORE-Opening-Your-Mouth-to-Speak-Part-1&id=2527699 http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-Your-Homework-BEFORE-Opening-Your-Mouth-to-Speak-Part-1&id=2527699 Introducing yourself to a new group of people can be challenging if you do not have the confidence or know how to do so. A perfected elevator speech will boost your confidence and triple your customer follow up! Read this article to find out how. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:59:12 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Elevator-Speech-5-Excellent-Ways-to-Skyrocket-Immediate-Customer-Interest!&id=2509443 http://ezinearticles.com/?Elevator-Speech-5-Excellent-Ways-to-Skyrocket-Immediate-Customer-Interest!&id=2509443 How you deliver your speech is even more important than the content of your speech. The way you use your voice during a presentation will either grab and keep your audience's attention or put them to sleep. It is estimated that when a voice-trained person delivers a speech, the audience retains 83 per cent of the information. In contrast, when an untrained person delivers the same speech the audience will only retain 45 per cent of the information. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 17:52:31 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tips-on-Public-Speaking-Using-Your-Voice-to-Wow-Your-Audience!&id=2526990 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tips-on-Public-Speaking-Using-Your-Voice-to-Wow-Your-Audience!&id=2526990 In speech preparation, one frequently asks, "How close can you place the mirror to my audience members?" or "Which side do I place my notes on the lectern if I'm using PowerPoint and my computer is also on the lectern?" or "Am I easy to listen to?" Another issue is how to find your own voice in public or professional speaking? All the above are covered in this article. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:25:31 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-With-a-Purpose-Part-4&id=2525590 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-With-a-Purpose-Part-4&id=2525590 There are several types of speeches, and each have their own organizational patterns and elements. In this article, I discuss the parts of an informative speech. An informative speech is similar in structure to the five-paragraph essay structure you learned about in high school: an introduction paragraph, three main points (the body), and the concluding paragraph. You can think of an informative speech the same way. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:12:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Organize-an-Informative-Speech&id=2507854 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Organize-an-Informative-Speech&id=2507854 How to MC an event like a Pro? Here are the 8 Tips for helping you to MC an event... Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:48:45 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?8-Tips-on-How-to-MC-an-Event&id=2507726 http://ezinearticles.com/?8-Tips-on-How-to-MC-an-Event&id=2507726 Public speaking doesn't have to be such a drag. Here are 3 simple tips for gaining confidence and delivering a better speech next time you hit the stage: Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:33:15 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?3-Simple-Public-Speaking-Tips&id=2525052 http://ezinearticles.com/?3-Simple-Public-Speaking-Tips&id=2525052 It can be easy to spot someone with a fear of public speaking because they are glued to the spot where they began their speech and they refuse to move. The idea of using any kind of props (e.g. flip charts, handouts, etc) is terrifying because they would have to move and it might make the experience go on even longer. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:59:59 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Using-a-Flip-Chart-During-Your-Presentation&id=2524540 http://ezinearticles.com/?Using-a-Flip-Chart-During-Your-Presentation&id=2524540 One of the best ways to organize a persuasive speech is with a method called Monroe's Motivated Sequence. It is utilized in many television commercials is probably the most effective way to get people to take action. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:37:53 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Persuasion-Monroes-Motivated-Sequence&id=2504106 http://ezinearticles.com/?Persuasion-Monroes-Motivated-Sequence&id=2504106 Many beginning speakers may write great speeches, but then have trouble with delivery because they don't know how to practice effectively. Try these ideas as you prepare to deliver your speech. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 11:44:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?8-Ways-to-Practice-Your-Speech&id=2505091 http://ezinearticles.com/?8-Ways-to-Practice-Your-Speech&id=2505091 Many years ago when I first started my business, I had a most eye-opening experience that I will never forget. It happened on a consecutive Monday and Tuesday. On Monday, I had been working with a group from Nortel in voice and presentation skills. One of the men from the group told me that, in the previous week, he had found others listening to him. That had never happened before. Apparently for Jim, whenever he was in conference, everyone talked over him. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 10:51:00 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Soft-Spoken-Voice-Strength-Or-Weakness?&id=2522601 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Soft-Spoken-Voice-Strength-Or-Weakness?&id=2522601 A common complaint for those giving presentations or speeches is that they run out of air and can never seem to catch up on their air supply. The biggest problem with breathlessness is that your body is starved for oxygen because you are not allowing yourself the luxury of breathing. Instead, you are waiting until the last moment to take a breath; and, at that particular stage in respiration, the breath you inhale will largely be ineffective because it will only increase your stress rather than decrease it. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 10:39:34 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?3-Steps-to-End-Breathlessness-in-Public-Speaking&id=2522575 http://ezinearticles.com/?3-Steps-to-End-Breathlessness-in-Public-Speaking&id=2522575 Nervousness is wonderful. In fact, I will take that one step further and tell you that nervousness is a blessing. How can it be a blessing, you ask? Because that rush of adrenaline can give you an edge. It can take your presentation to an entirely new level if you learn how to control it. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 10:35:24 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Who-is-in-Control-at-the-Lectern-You-Or-Your-Nervousness?&id=2522557 http://ezinearticles.com/?Who-is-in-Control-at-the-Lectern-You-Or-Your-Nervousness?&id=2522557 What are the three things that every great speech must have? If you miss even one of these three things your speech will flounder. In this article, I will give you these three important points that will help you evaluate your speeches. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:42:02 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Three-Things-Every-Great-Speech-Must-Have&id=2502972 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Three-Things-Every-Great-Speech-Must-Have&id=2502972 We have heard the great speakers who have a style that everyone wishes to copy. But then there are some who have great content. Which is better? Simply put, both are important. In this article we will give two tips to help you turn on your natural great speaking style. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:40:04 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-Tip-How-to-Have-a-Great-Public-Speaking-Style&id=2502954 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-Tip-How-to-Have-a-Great-Public-Speaking-Style&id=2502954 Part of the dread that people have regarding public speaking relates to gathering and organizing information to write the speech. Even before stepping up to the podium, there can be a state of writer's block which stops people in their tracks. Overcoming that writer's block and writing a dynamic speech is a key to a successful public speaking presentation. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:32:18 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Organizing-Your-Speech&id=2513843 http://ezinearticles.com/?Organizing-Your-Speech&id=2513843 Speaking in public is one of the greatest fears that we all face, but we all have to do it at some time or another. The great irony is that many great speakers even have fear of speaking themselves. But in this article, I am going to tell you the one thing to help you overcome that great fear. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:10:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Public-Speaking-Tip-That-Removes-All-Fear&id=2502922 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Public-Speaking-Tip-That-Removes-All-Fear&id=2502922 There are a few key tips that can help ensure that you can create a good sermon your congregation will love. Being prepared beforehand is the key. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:38:10 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?3-Helpful-Hints-That-Will-Help-You-Create-a-Good-Sermon&id=2521217 http://ezinearticles.com/?3-Helpful-Hints-That-Will-Help-You-Create-a-Good-Sermon&id=2521217 This articles covers the subject of what your body is saying while you are talking. It also offers tips on how to use your body to best effect during your presentation. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 19:23:51 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Your-Body-Says-While-Youre-Talking&id=2520439 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Your-Body-Says-While-Youre-Talking&id=2520439 Public Speaking is a very important tool that is needed by most of us in our professional and/or personal lives. In this article, you will learn three tips that will help you present effective speeches. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 16:44:43 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Three-Tips-For-Effective-Public-Speaking&id=2500901 http://ezinearticles.com/?Three-Tips-For-Effective-Public-Speaking&id=2500901 Many new speakers whether in public or in semi-public settings do not have the power that they should have in their presentations. Some of these speakers ramble or move from one point to another without any real coherence. This is a big problem for many speakers. In this article, I will give the one tip that will help speakers to overcome this big problem. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 15:42:05 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Number-One-Secret-For-Effective-Public-Speaking&id=2500970 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Number-One-Secret-For-Effective-Public-Speaking&id=2500970 You have worked on an outline. Now you need to turn it into a speech. In this article you will see the steps one should follow in putting meat on the bones of a speech outline. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 15:16:56 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Four-Things-to-Do-to-Expand-Your-Speech-Outline-Into-a-Speech&id=2501264 http://ezinearticles.com/?Four-Things-to-Do-to-Expand-Your-Speech-Outline-Into-a-Speech&id=2501264 You want to improve your public speaking? Why not learn from the African American Preaching Tradition? Some of the most effective speakers are African American preachers. In this article, I will show how any speaker can glean the insights from this tradition. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 15:05:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-Tips-From-the-Black-Preaching-Tradition&id=2501171 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-Tips-From-the-Black-Preaching-Tradition&id=2501171 What constitutes perfection in public speaking? Nothing. Absolutely nothing. You can type a paper perfectly. You can have a perfect score on a test. You can sew or cut a perfectly straight line. But who is to say that a presentation or a speech is delivered perfectly? Perfection in such a situation is subjective. What I may consider perfect, you may not. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:59:35 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Constitutes-Perfection-in-Public-Speaking?&id=2516661 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Constitutes-Perfection-in-Public-Speaking?&id=2516661 Public speaking skills have many applications in professional, public and private sectors today. In professional sectors, commercial success often depends on the speaker's ability to convey messages clearly. In public arenas, the ability to persuade and to carry a well laid out and effective message may be the difference between a successful campaign and a lost cause. Private events often do not carry the same level of importance, however, the ability to inform, entertain and connect with an audience still holds great significance to the speaker and to his/her sponsor(s). With these ideas in mind, how can a speaker deliver his/her message effectively? Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:58:55 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-and-Presentations-Considering-How-to-Effectively-Carry-Your-Message&id=2318116 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-and-Presentations-Considering-How-to-Effectively-Carry-Your-Message&id=2318116 The first roadblock to effective public and/or professional speaking is overcoming your fear. After you have successfully dealt with fear, the next step is to embrace your audience by making every speech an event. Make your presentations more powerful by frequently painting mind pictures for those in your audience. The more you can do to both use your expertise, while at the same time making yourself comfortable--the better your presentation will be received and utilized. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:39:48 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-With-a-Purpose-Part-3&id=2517643 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-With-a-Purpose-Part-3&id=2517643 We always need help when it comes time to give speeches. This is because many of us get nervous and a whole lot of butterflies in our tummies because as the anxiety builds, the more we try to visualize the more we will fail. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:14:45 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Speech-Writing-Why-You-May-Need-to-Ask-For-Help&id=1697148 http://ezinearticles.com/?Speech-Writing-Why-You-May-Need-to-Ask-For-Help&id=1697148 While I am certainly not an advocate of memorization in public speaking, the one time when I urge my students and clients to know their material word for word is in their opening statement, opening paragraph or opening lines. This is the one time throughout your entire delivery when you want to be flawless. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 11:21:33 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?When-Memorization-in-Public-Speaking-is-Good&id=2516637 http://ezinearticles.com/?When-Memorization-in-Public-Speaking-is-Good&id=2516637 This past April when Susan Boyle walked onto the stage and approached the microphone on Britian's Got Talent, the Irish singer was judged entirely on her appearance. Her audience assumed that her performance would be a disaster and responded to her entrance most negatively and with laughter. Even after she opened her mouth in answer to Simon Cowell's questions, those in the crowd were expecting this woman to make a fool of herself. Little did they know. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:45:54 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Important-is-Your-Walk-to-the-Lectern?&id=2516677 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Important-is-Your-Walk-to-the-Lectern?&id=2516677 Since we rarely need to do them, few of us have much experience when it comes to writing speeches. Unless you're working for a political figure who constantly needs to address a crowd, you'll likely have little practice putting one together. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 09:09:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Grammar-Errors-Can-Destroy-a-Quick-Speech-See-How-to-Improve-It!&id=2519493 http://ezinearticles.com/?Grammar-Errors-Can-Destroy-a-Quick-Speech-See-How-to-Improve-It!&id=2519493 Part of the dread that people have regarding public speaking relates to gathering and organizing information to write the speech. Even before stepping up to the podium, there can be a state of writer's block which stops people in their tracks. Overcoming that writer's block and writing a dynamic speech is a key to a successful public speaking presentation. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:42:27 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Organizing-Your-Speech&id=2513843 http://ezinearticles.com/?Organizing-Your-Speech&id=2513843 The thought of speaking in public can be terrifying. However, with a few simple steps nerves can be controlled allowing you to speak confidently every time. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:22:36 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-Nervousness-Tips-How-to-Avoid-Nerves-When-Speaking-in-Public&id=2506583 http://ezinearticles.com/?Public-Speaking-Nervousness-Tips-How-to-Avoid-Nerves-When-Speaking-in-Public&id=2506583 Welcome speeches are often overlooked, but they're an important part of your public speaking skill set. Learn to deliver them effectively. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:08:57 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Presentation-Skills-The-How-Tos-of-an-Effective-Welcome-Speech&id=2512566 http://ezinearticles.com/?Presentation-Skills-The-How-Tos-of-an-Effective-Welcome-Speech&id=2512566 Speech writing is not the easiest thing to crack and it is usually a hard and agonizing thing to do. It gets even harder if you have not had any previous knowledge or experience in it. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:52:28 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-You-Would-Need-Speech-Writing-Software&id=1697157 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-You-Would-Need-Speech-Writing-Software&id=1697157 Giving a great sermon has a lot to do with preparing an effective sermon outline. Get some tips that can help you have a good outline and a great delivery. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:45:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Sermon-Outline-Tips-That-Make-Giving-Great-Sermons-Easy&id=2511633 http://ezinearticles.com/?Sermon-Outline-Tips-That-Make-Giving-Great-Sermons-Easy&id=2511633 There are a variety of ways you can prepare a good sermon that your congregation will love you for. Read on to discover key tips that will help you achieve just that. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 12:11:53 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Keys-to-Giving-a-Good-Sermon-That-People-Will-Love-You-For&id=2511570 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Keys-to-Giving-a-Good-Sermon-That-People-Will-Love-You-For&id=2511570 If you want to give good sermons that will keep your congregation wide awake and interested in every word, then keep reading. Below are some sermon outline tips that will help you a lot! Tue, 23 Jun 2009 09:46:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Sermon-Outline-Tips!&id=2491309 http://ezinearticles.com/?Sermon-Outline-Tips!&id=2491309 Often those who speak in a monotone are not allowing their emotions to be heard or be seen. They have a tendency to repress their feelings, keeping them on the inside. Expressing emotion is normal; it is natural; and, it is referred to as color - the life, the animation, and the passion which is heard in those who have a dynamic, interesting and exciting delivery in speaking. Lack of color makes for speech that is lackluster or boring. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:36:19 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Have-You-Been-Told-That-You-Speak-in-a-Monotone?&id=2505637 http://ezinearticles.com/?Have-You-Been-Told-That-You-Speak-in-a-Monotone?&id=2505637 Copyright 2009 EzineArticles.com - All Rights Reserved.