[header] How to give a great impromptu speech [title] Take your time getting ready to speak. [step] Don't be in too big of a hurry to stand up or make the trip to the podium. Walk slowly to your mark, being relaxed and deliberate.
[header] How to give a great impromptu speech [title] Take your time getting ready to speak. [step] Don't be in too big of a hurry to stand up or make the trip to the podium. Walk slowly to your mark, being relaxed and deliberate.
When you come down the aisle, time is a gamble. Almost anyone can finish a speech in a matter of less than 20 seconds. Even the tiniest hitch or mumble, though, can make you appear uneasy or startled. In more comfortable circumstances, performing the speech in class or passing a water fountain can remove anxiety. Stretch the time you have and use it to prepare yourself and consider what your opening lines will be. [substeps] Most of the time when you're giving an impromptu speech, you'll be singled out to say a few words on the spot. Don't try to run away if you know you're not going to make a good one. It just takes a little faster thinking and effort to make a good speech.