Delivery Tips for Speaking in Public
31mGeneral2019-08-22
Authors

Daisy Lovelace
Professor, Consultant, and Coach
Course details
Delivering an expert presentation doesn’t have to be nerve-wracking or complicated. Join Duke University professor Dr. Daisy Lovelace as she shares quick and practical tips on how to speak confidently in front of a group. Learn how to own the presentation space, use gestures, moderate your voice, and connect with your audience.
Learning objectives
Delivering like a pro
Making eye contact
Presenting with energy
Reducing filler words
Using visual aids
Managing nerves
Avoid memorizing
Vocal warm-ups
Mastering your delivery
Learning objectives
Delivering like a pro
Making eye contact
Presenting with energy
Reducing filler words
Using visual aids
Managing nerves
Avoid memorizing
Vocal warm-ups
Mastering your delivery
Skills covered
Public SpeakingLimited SeriesProfessional Development
Concepts
Introduction
- Public speaking doesn't have to be scary
Deliver Like a Pro
- Manage nerves and stage fright
- Own the space you're presenting in
- Make intentional eye contact
- Present with energy
- Using gestures when presenting
- Reduce filler words when speaking
- Moderating your voice when presenting
- Use visual aids in presentations
- Manage the Q&A
Quick Drills
- Taming nerves while presenting
- Avoid memorizing your presentation
- Getting familiar with your speaking content
- Reducing tension for speakers
- Vocal warm-up for speakers
Conclusion
- Master your delivery