Public Speaking

"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

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