1999-2003 Communication & Leadership Manual

1 The Icebreaker 4-6 minutes
* To begin speaking before an audience
* To help you understand what areas require particular emphasis in your speaking development
* To introduce yourself to your fellow club members

2 Speak with Sincerity 5-7 minutes
* To convince the audience of your earnestness, sincerity and conviction on a subject you thoroughly understand
* To confront and control any nervousness you may have

3 Organise your Speech 5-7 minutes
* To organise your thoughts into a logical sequence, that leads the audience to a clearly defined goal
* To build a speech outline that includes an opening, a body, and a conclusion

4 Show what you Mean 5-7 minutes
* To learn the value of gestures and body movements as part of a speech
* To explore the different ways of using body language
* To develop a sense of timing and natural, smooth body movement

5 Vocal Variety 5-7 minutes
* To explore the use of voice volume, pitch, rate, and quality as assets to your speaking
* To achieve a pleasing natural voice quality when speaking

6 Work with Words 5-7 minutes
* To select precisely the right words required to communicate your ideas clearly and vividly
* To avoid lengthy words and sentences and jargon

7 Apply your Skills 5-7 minutes
* To bring together and apply the communication skills you have learned in the preceding projects
* To organise your speech in a logical manner, using one of the suggested outlines
(A.I.D.A, Borden, Past / Present / Future )
* To research the facts needed to support your speech
* To make a personal evaluation of your progress

8 Add impact to your speech 5-7 minutes
* To learn the value of props in speaking
* To learn how to use props effectively in your presentations

9 Persuade with Power 5-7 minutes
* To present a talk that persuades the audience to accept your proposal or viewpoint
* To achieve this persuasive effect by appealing to the audience's self-interest,
building a logical foundation for agreement and arousing emotional commitment to your cause

10 Inspire your audience 5-7 minutes
* To understand the mood and feelings of your audience on a particular occasion
* To put those feelings into words and inspire the audience, using all the techniques you have learned so far