SPC2608 - 4015 - 8:20 AM - Group 3

A New Perspective on Public Speaking: What I Learned from the Presentations I’ll be honest—I walked into this unit on public speaking expecting to sit through a bunch of information I’d already heard before. You know, the usual: “Make eye contact, don’t say ‘um’ too much, practice makes perfect.” But as the presentations went on, I was surprised by how practical and relevant the advice actually was. I found myself genuinely engaged and even excited to apply what I learned in the real world. Dress the Part, Feel the Part One of the biggest surprises for me was just how important appearance is when it comes to delivering a speech. I always assumed people cared more about what you say than what you wear—but now I realize that dressing professionally sets the tone before you even open your mouth. It shows that you respect your audience and take the speech seriously. Especially with online presentations, looking polished on camera helps keep the attention on you instead of on distractions a...

The Art of Connection:  How to Build a Powerful Speaker-Listener Relationship    Whether you’re speaking in front of a class, leading a meeting, or presenting your passion project, one thing remains true:   the connection between you and your audience can make or break your message . At the heart of every successful presentation is a speaker who knows how to engage, adapt, and truly   connect . In this Blog, we’ll dive into the art of creating that connection—through communication techniques, emotional intelligence, and interactive strategies that ensure your message remains long after its conclusion. 🎯 Why the Speaker-Listener Connection Matters: Your job as a speaker isn’t just to deliver information— it’s to inspire understanding .  When listeners feel heard, seen, and valued, they’re more likely to remember what you say and respond positively. The role of emotional intelligence cannot be overlooked in building this connection. A speaker who is perce...

  Public Speaking Foundations: Lessons from My Classmates’ Presentations Last Thursday, my classmates delivered their first presentations in my SP2608 course, and I was genuinely impressed by their performance. Despite having just one class, and a short amount of time to prepare for it, they showed strong presentation skills and professionalism. Even when faced with unexpected challenges, they demonstrated adaptability and confidence.   Each of the four groups introduced foundational concepts in public speaking. Group 1: Getting Started The first group discussed the fundamentals of communication and public speaking. It began by emphasizing the importance of public speaking as a crucial life skill that enhances both personal and professional development. A strong speech is built upon knowing the audience, having a clear purpose, and ensuring responsibility in delivering the message. Managing speech anxiety is key to effective delivery, with preparation playing a cruci...

Speaking With Impact: The Art of Public Speaking This blog will dive into what it takes to deliver a good speech and what tools can be used to improve a speech.   Speaking in front of a crowd, whether it's to give a speech or a presentation can be difficult. The speaker is put in a vulnerable position, where the audience is paying full attention to them and everything they are saying.  A public speaking class can teach each one valuable skills. Public speaking is a lifelong skill that can be useful in any circumstance. Being able to confidently speak and deliver a speech can be learned by many techniques. Taking a public speech class allows you to harness skill and competence that would otherwise be lacking. Teaching confidence and the ability to work under pressure.  The history of public speaking: Public speaking can be traced back to 500-300 B.C and even the well renowned Greek Philosopher, Socrates. Socrates believed that information and knowledge could only be transf...

      Seeing Speech Differently: A Reflection on the Presentations                                   Whether you’re preparing for a class speech, a job interview, or just learning to express yourself more clearly, one thing is certain: the way a message is planned and delivered can change how it’s received. The Matt Abrahams video sets the tone by showing how to stay calm, think clearly, and speak with confidence—even under pressure.   Public speaking is something most people have to deal with at some point, and these presentations helped break down the process step by step.. It had initially seemed like it might just be going over material from the book, but each group taught something new. Each person approached presenting the topic of public speaking in a unique way, and the mix of visuals, definitions, and even a joke really pulled it together. Rather than merely going thro...