Which Brings Us to You!
You probably have a clear mental picture of what you do and do not want to be as a speaker. Maybe you have spoken for years and want to become more precise. Or perhaps you have a desire to teach but really don’t know where to begin.
Begin by honestly looking at your strengths and weaknesses. What are your natural speaking strengths, areas in which you feel confident? List four or five. Conversely, you need to know where you have room for improvement. Which aspects of great communication are not natural for you? Again, list four or five.
How can you work on sharpening those skills you already possess while working to hone new skills? That’s what this book will help you to do.
Speaking of Goals
Write out the perfect picture you have in your mind of what a perfect speech or lesson would be.
Describe audience’s faces and body positions:
What do you see in their eyes?
What will their reaction be at the end?
What will they say to you as they exit?