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What makes a good short public speaking topic? 
Q. I need a simple, general topic for the time duration of 3 minutes. What makes a good short public speaking topic?

A. Short speeches are the hardest,...

Breathing Technique  Not rated yet
Q: What is the best way to work toward a power projecting voice?

A: A very simplified answer is that before you can speak, you first must learn ...

Dryness of lips and mouth when delivering a speech.  Not rated yet
Q: What can I do to lessen or prevent dryness of lips and mouth during my speech? I look awful every time I deliver my prepared speeches because I keep ...

How to analyze two completely different audiences for the same speech?  Not rated yet
Q: My speech class assignment is to give my perspective of gays in the military to a group of senior citizens in a church. Then, give the same speech ...

Reunion Speech  Not rated yet
Q. I am scheduled to speak at our next family reunion which will be over 500 people. I am wondering how I can make over 500 people feel I am talking ...

How do you fight audience distraction?  Not rated yet
Q. How can you avoid distractions in the listening audience? I know you have to make eye contact, but what if they are talking, texting, messing with ...

Father of the Bride Speech  Not rated yet
Q. My daughter is getting married on September 20, 2008. A rough draft of my speech follows, and I'd appreciate any input as I'm not accustomed to public ...

Does eye contact increase your jitters?  Not rated yet
Q. Some people say that when you make eye contact with people it increases your anxiety. Others have said to pick a point around the room and focus on ...

How to Reduce Hand Trembling  Not rated yet
Q. How can I help to reduce hand trembling when I am nervous?

Hands shaking can put people off your speech - it gives the impression that you are a ...

Silence and Public Speaking  Not rated yet
Q. Is there a time just to remain silent? For example, when people are filing in to hear a training presentation, is it a good idea to stand still and ...

Monroe's Motivated Sequence: Effectiveness and Use  Not rated yet
Q. How effective is Monroe's Motivated Sequence in public speaking, and do well-known public speakers often use it?

During this campaign season, I'...

Speaking to a Large, Well-informed Audience  Not rated yet
Q. When speaking to a large, well-informed audience, would a brief and concise background presentation of basic facts be advisable, or would it be better ...

Developing Public Speaking Authority   Not rated yet
Q. How do you develop genuine authority/expertise when you are an unknown speaker before an audience?

A. Great question, Jennifer! Building credibility ...

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