The Process

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How we work with you...

Single Speech

...prep and practice for a single speech. We are the last step in preparation. Bring us in for polish and practice of your delivery.

Multiple speeches

... such as a announcement, or convention issues or fundraising speech, an elevator pitch, and/or a regular “stump” speech with various components to be “plug and pay depending on your audience.

… and the needs of your organization. In this scenario we recommend a one-time training for your public facing team. We would then be available upon need and work as closely with the team on final language and presentation.

Under any of these three arrangements we will provide:

An initial consultation to discuss goals, challenges and opportunities,
We will conduct a review of public communications, study your core audience and evaluate your speakers style, strengths and weaknesses.
Unless requested we are NOT your speech writers. Writing a speech involves earlier involvement and many aspects unrelated to our focus which is your delivery.
We do need to be involved before the speech is final. It’s at this point we can work most effectively with speaker and the text as is sounds when spoken. At this stage often we may suggest some word (but not meaning) changes. Example: passive to action verbs, or add rhetorical tools -such as alliteration, amplification, and other devices pleasing to the audience ear.
Once the text is final work on presentation skills such as staying calm, body language and eye contact and more so the speaker’s presentation strengthens, not distracts, the audience.

How This Works

Evaluating a speaker’s strengths and weaknesses involves a comprehensive approach that includes several key steps:

Observation: Watching the speaker deliver a speech or presentation to assess their delivery style, body language, voice modulation, and overall presence. This helps identify areas where the speaker excels and areas that may need improvement.
Feedback: Gathering feedback from the audience, peers, and other stakeholders who have witnessed the speaker’s performance. This can provide valuable insights into how the speaker is perceived and what aspects of their delivery resonate well or fall short.
Self-Assessment: Encouraging the speaker to reflect on their own performance and identify their strengths and weaknesses. This self-awareness is crucial for personal growth and improvement.
Technical Analysis: Analyzing the technical aspects of the speaker’s delivery, such as clarity of speech, use of rhetorical devices, pacing, and engagement with the audience. This helps pinpoint specific areas that can be enhanced.
Practice Sessions: Conducting practice sessions where the speaker can rehearse their speech and receive constructive feedback. This iterative process allows for continuous improvement and refinement of their skills.
Evaluation Criteria: Using a set of evaluation criteria to systematically assess the speaker’s performance. This can include factors such as content organization, audience interaction, emotional appeal, and overall impact.

By combining these methods, you can gain a holistic understanding of a speaker’s strengths and weaknesses and provide targeted guidance to help them improve their delivery and presentation skills. If you have any specific questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask! 😊