London Cardinals Toastmasters

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Speciality Speeches

Speech objectives

1. Speak off the cuff (timed at 5-7 minutes)

• Develop an awareness of situations in which you might be called upon to deliver an impromptu speech
• Understand how to prepare for impromptu speaking
• Develop skills as a speaker in the impromptu situation by using one or more patterns to approach a topic under discussion, for example, comparing a past, present, future situation or before and after

2. Uplift the spirit (timed at 8-10 minutes)

• Identify and understand the basic differences and similarities between inspirational speeches and other kinds of speeches
• Learn how to evaluate audience feeling and establish emotional rapport
• Develop a speech style and delivery that effectively expresses inspirational content by moving the audience to adopt your views

3. Sell a product (timed at 10-12 minutes)

• Understand the relationship of sales technique to persuasion
• Skillfully use the four steps in a sales presentation: attention, interest, desire, action
• Identify and promote a unique selling proposition in a sales presentation
• Be able to handle objections and close a prospective buyer

4. Read out loud (timed at 12-15 minutes)

• Arrive at an understanding of the elements that comprise oral interpretation and how it differs from preparing and giving a speech
• Learn the preparation or planning techniques of effective interpretation
• Learn the principles of presentation and develop skill in interpretative reading with regard to voice and body as instruments of communication

5. Introduce the speaker (timed at: the duration of the club meeting)

• Focus on the special occasion talk from the standpoint of the introducer (function chairman, toastmaster or ceremonies)
• Become knowledgeable and skilled in the functions associated with the master of ceremonies
• Handle the introduction of other speakers at a club meeting