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Using PREP to Develop a Good Argument at a Doctoral Level

Using PREP to Develop a Good Argument at a Doctoral Level

California, October 2019. I am currently doing a doctorate in Spiritual Formation. A few weeks ago, one of my professors (Dr. Adam McClendon) provided an essential review for writing an argument at a doctoral level. Much of the information in his review came from the...
7 Great Ways to Open a Speech

7 Great Ways to Open a Speech

”It usually takes me more than three weeks to prepare a good impromptu speech.” – Mark Twain The first 30 seconds of your speech or presentation are the most important. It can make or break your presentation. For a strong opening, you can use: 1. Start with a story...

7 Steps to Preparing a Great Speech or Presentation

When I first started doing public speaking many years ago, I was terrified. I did a terrible job at it. I remember being so frustrated with the whole process. I remember like yesterday, how my sweet wife would try to encourage me through the process. I wanted to quit...

How to tell Great Stories

Storytelling Hook your audience. E.g. of hooks. 1) I will never forget the time (this happened)…; 2) You won’t believe what happened; 3) True story… Be passionate Be authentic Have a structure for your story. This will help you not forget parts of...

Speech Outline

Step 1 – Preparation 7 Steps to Preparing a Great Speech or Presentation Step 2 – Introduction Attention getter (one of the openings): Thesis Statement: Credibility: Summative Overview: Benefits: [The main purpose of the intro is to open the talk, orient the audience,...