Impromtu Speech....

Since we are going to have an impromtu speech soon, let me introduce some tips that i had research on. It actually sounds quite reasonable. Good luck for all of us....

When we get our topic, the first thing we have to do is to relax and keep our mind clear. The next thing is to create an outline as it can help us to keep us going when our mind are blanked. When we plan our speech, we have to plan it according to these points:

1 Examine your topic. Does it lend itself well to a comparison? Examples? A demonstration? Decide on one method and begin your outline.
2 Consider your strengths. Are you best at making people laugh or explaining things to other people? Identify your strengths to help organize your thoughts.
For instance, if your impromptu topic concerns dress codes in school, you may want to joke about your own wardrobe during your introduction, then re-visit that thought during your ending.
However, you may be more comfortable expressing your opinion to others. If so, don't try to be funny. Pick a style that suits your personality.
3 Make an outline. Think of several points and organize them. Keep a great line for the ending.
If you do nothing else, write down an introductory sentence and an ending sentence.
Practice your beginning and your ending. These are the most stressful parts of your speech, and the most critical when it comes to good delivery.
When you are comfortable with your beginning and ending, then practice your body. List several points and find ways to elaborate on each one.
4 Give yourself a minute or two to relax. Wrap up your practice at least a few minutes before you speak. Give yourself time to reflect and relax.
5 As you deliver your speech, concentrate on diction and tone. If you are thinking about this, you are not thinking about the eyes watching you. This really works. Your mind can't think about too many things at once, so think about enunciating your words and controlling your tone, and you'll maintain more control.

But what if you draw a blank?


1 Pretend like you're pausing on purpose. Walk back and forth slowly, as if you're letting your last point sink in.
2 There is always a joker or popular person who will stand out in the crowd. Stare at someone like this and try to draw a response from him or her while you think.
3 Keep walking or staring and put the crowd or audience out of your head for a moment and go over your major points.
4 Picture your outline on your hand or use whatever mnemonic trick you developed.
5 If you need more time to think, you may want to ask the audience a question. Have a few prepared ahead, like "Do you have any questions," or "Can everyone hear me okay?"
6 If you still can't remember what to say, make up a reason to pause the speech. You can say, "I'm sorry, but my throat is very dry. Can I please get a glass of water?" Someone will go to get you a drink, and you will have time to think of two or three points to talk about.

If these tips can't work, just crap anything you can. However, make it sounds relevant to your topic. The main point is keep yourself calm. Lets see if the tips will work in our impromtu speech. Good Luck!!!!