Welcome To Impromptu Speech !
WHAT,WHEN, AND WHY
WHAT IS IMPROMPTU?
The definition: the action done without being planned , organized , or rehearsed. Impromptu speaking is speaking on the fly, without any prior preparation at all.
When giving speeches, usually we have weeks, maybe even months to prepare, but sometime, we aren't given much time after a topic is given. In these cases, we need to prepare as much as we can, speculating what questions or topics could be asked.
WHEN IS IMPROMPTU USED?
A common misconception is that impromptu is just used during tournaments and speech competitions. Another may be during formal interviews for a job, position or school.
While those are examples o where impromptu skills are indeed necessary, that's not all!
In fact, impromptu is so prevalent in our lives, everyone utilizes this skills.
For example:
If we're asked to speak during a meeting or asked questions during class presentations!
If people ask us how our day went!( As we frantically spend a second in our head organizing our thoughts before blurting out the answer)
If you're asked to give a toast at a formal occasion!(At a wedding, formal dinner, etc.)
WHY IS LEARNING IMPROMPTU IMPORTANT?
Not only because of its recurrent appearance in our everyday lives, speaking impromptu also helps us with our confidence.
Being able to floor your audience after giving a groundbreaking speech always boosts how we feel!
Not only do we feel more confident, that's how we appear as well! Impromptu speaking helps you to organize your thoughts, so even if you aren't going into actual speech tournaments, you still appear more coherent in speaking on the fly!
Learning impromptu speaking is one of the foundations of leadership, motivating team members to work together! Let's improve our speaking and leadership skills together, one step at a time!
PRESENTATION SKILLS - AN A-E GUIDE
AUDIENCE
AUDIENCE
Know who your audience is! Make sure you recognize the age group and tailor your speech accordingly!
BREVITY
AUDIENCE
Keep your speech short and sweet! Get to the main points, especially if there is a time limit. Avoid rambling on and on!
CONFIDENCE
Give your speech like you mean it! Make sure you project your voice outwards so everyone can hear you!
DETAILS
Make sure to elaborate, adding context, imagery, and descriptions! Giving details with help people to visualize what your speech is describing.
EXPRESSION
Make sure you use emotions when you talk! Having voice fluctuations, facial expressions, and hand gestures is extremely engaging.
OTHER
Make sure you don't speak too fast - it's a nervous habit a lot of us have! When speaking, try to limit the use of crutch words such as 'uh', 'um', 'like', 'and', etc.
GREAT PRACTICE RESOURCES!
2. IMPROMPTU STARTER KIT
A small additional intro to impromptu, along with insightful topics!