2. Movement Purposeful No “meandering” or “pacing” on stage Supports communication Shows transition Coincides with speech: moving from point to point Maintains audience attention “Planted stillness” causes boredom unless vocal dynamics Improves rapport Moving towards audience demonstrates a more personal level Provides attachment to audience “Appropriate”
3. Delivery Guidelines Do Maintain good posture Make confident visual contact, direct looks at audience Use facial expression & gestures reinforcing your message
4. Delivery Guidelines Do Usenatural gestures – well timed, large enough, & support idea expressed Move appropriately showing Transitions Gain & maintain attention Establish rapport
5. Delivery Guidelines Don’t Be stone-faced or distractingly animated Use stiff, highly planned or repetitive gestures Randomly roam around stage
6. Delivery Guidelines Don’t Shift weight from foot to foot; offsetting posture Lean over or lay hands on podium Look over audience’s head, out window, at ceiling, or down on floor or desktops
7. Grooming Dress appropriately for the occasion Inquire authority overseeing event Formal More casual settings Look your best for positive effects on audience Builds trust Success in persuading audience Sustains credibility
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9. Formal Dress for Women Modesty should be priority Analyze speaking occasion to determine appropriate dress Conservative outfits in muted/dark colors give greater authority Simple accessories Not detracting attention of speaker *
Notas del editor
Attachment to audience compares “sending a personal note rather than making an announcement over the loudspeaker.
