Aim

Delegates learn how to quickly structure an effective 3 minute speech. They are encouraged to use many vocal and professional acting and writing techniques to give their impromptu performance energy, authority and polish.

Target Audience

Anyone who speaks in public.

Outcomes

By the end of the event participants will:

• Know how to beat fear and self-consciousness;
• Understand how to appear likable to an audience;
• Be encouraged to open their eyes and ears and analyse how professional speakers motivate when speaking off the cuff;
• Know how to structure a short speech effectively;
• Understand how to form sound bites;
• Adopt a good stance and create a sense of authority;
• Use the voice to complement the tone of their speech.

Methods

“Speaking Off The Cuff” is a fun and informative workshop that imparts simple but effective techniques that delegates can quickly adopt and use in real life situations.  The workshop not only focuses on how to structure and stay focussed when speaking impromptu, but also provides delegates with delivery tips. Exercises are used throughout the course to ensure that participants can immediately put skills into practice. At the end of the course, delegates will be given a subject to speak about and, with very little preparation, they will endeavour to include some of the skills that have worked on during the session.

Course duration: 3 hours

Max participants: 7