Effective communication skills

“ Public speaking is a war . A war is won on the

basis of calculated planning and preparation”

Mark Twain
 Preparation for a presentation
• What is the purpose of the speech?
• Who is the audience?
• What is the main interest of the audience in
this subject ?
• What are the main points of this presentation?
• Visual aids if any
• Effective opening grabber
 Contd….
• Introduction.
• Polished and prepared words and language.
• Final summery.
• More details to speak with confidence
Elements of effective public speaking
• Prepare well
• Give personal experiences
• Try to be relaxed
• Use natural humor
• Control your gestures
• Pay attention to all details
• Don’t try to imitate anyone
• Dress up neatly
 Contd..
• Don’t read speech
• Keep proper eye contact with audience
• Don’t try to be too stylish
• Make the audience attentive by asking
questions.
 Organising pattern of speech
• Sequential
• categorical
• Problem and solution
• Contrast and comparison
 Contd….
• The end --- as important as the beginning.
• Conclude smartly

Controlling the audiences

Establish a relationship with audience.
Give more effective points
Generate interest
Keep audience attentive
Drive with ideas
Make positive impression
Make facts memorable