Use Language Everyone Can Understand
A speech isn’t a test of your range of vocabulary. It’s simply a way to get your ideas and beliefs across.
But you certainly won’t get your message across if you confuse your audience. So, keep words and phrases simple.
Stay away from industry jargon and overly complex terms. If you confuse your audience, you lose your audience. Keeping an audience engaged is all about keeping things simple, remember that.
Whether you’re a paid keynote speaker, speaking at a company event, or giving a graduation speech, these tips will help maximize your impact. Try to incorporate as many of these best practices into your next speech and you’re sure to have something that will leave an imprint on the hearts and minds of your audience.