1. Know your audience and occasion

2. Choose the right topic

3. Don’t memorize

4. Personalize your speech

5. Practice 'til you’re perfect

6. Stick to time limits

7. Relax before you get on stage

8. Rely on mnemonics

9. Make a strong start

10. Watch your body language

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• Get Comfortable With Your Opening
• Tell a story.
• Use a quote.
• Ask a question.
• Relate a personal experience.
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• Prepare Your Ending
• Tie it back to the opening. 
• Use a quote.
• Summarize what you have said.
• Use a personal experience.
• Call people to action.

• And, in conclusion...

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1. Develop a deep voice
2. Slow down
3. Give your voice some life
4. Speak clearly, don’t mumble.
5. Use appropriate volume
6. Pronounce your words correctly
7. Use the correct words
8. Look at people
9. Gesture
10. Step away from the lectern

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