Public Speaking

Joe Lex's How to Give a Damn Good Talk: http://freeemergencytalks.net/?p=3686

Lex's 10 Rules:

1. Know the type of talk you're giving

formal/informal, lecture/discussion, objectives

2. Know your audience

understand their knowledge/motivation

3. Know your ending

develop your conclusion first

4. Know your beginning

memorize opening line

5. Know your material

you should know something your audience doesn't

6. Know your voice and tone

speak loudly, enunciate clearly, avoid "roodles" (um, okay, etc.)

7. Know body language

use exaggerated gestures, move around

8. Know your environment

don't use podium or laser pointer

9. Set the ground rules

ask or questions before conclusion, summarize take-home points

10. Deal with stage fright

practice, practice, practice

"If you want me to speak for an hour, I'm ready. If you want me to speak for a few minutes, I will need several weeks to prepare." -Mark Twain