Do you know

Demosthenes?

According to a story, when

Demosthenes was asked which
to him was important in speech
making, he replied, First,
delivery; second, delivery; and
third, delivery.

Delivery Styles for Public

Communication
Memorized
Manuscript
Impromptu
Extemporaneous

The Memorized Style of Delivery

- entails the preparation of the
entire speech and reciting it from
memory word for word.

Special Occasions that require the

use of the memorized speech:
presentation

and
acceptance of awards
welcome and closing
remarks

Advantages of the Memorized Style

Your

speech is in your head.

You do not carry a
manuscript or note cards.
You are free to move.
You are also free to look
directly into the eyes of
the audience.

Disadvantages of the Memorized

Style

It
develops pressure on the
speaker
demands more time for
practice
tends to be mechanical

The Manuscript Style of Delivery

- entails reading a
completely prepared
speech written on a
manuscript.

Advantages of the Manuscript Style

The speaker is certain
- to communicate ideas as
he/she planned them.
- to keep his/her time limit

Disadvantages of the Manuscript

Style
It
-fails the speaker to establish
eye contact with the listeners.
-ties the speaker to the spot
behind the lectern.

The Impromptu Style of Delivery

- entails the presentation
of a speech without
preparation.

The only advantage

associated with the
impromptu speech is its
spontaneity.

Disadvantages of the Impromptu

Style

The speech is
- disorganized.
- lacking in substance.

Tips in Delivering an Impromptu

Speech
Keep

calm.
Start with your introduction.
Enumerate the major points.
After each point, present
evidences or supporting
materials.
Summarize what you have said.

The Extemporaneous Delivery Style

- entails extensive advance

preparation that includes
research about the topic,
outlining and practice.

The extemporaneous style

is

suited to almost all public

communication.
is spontaneous and natural.
doesnt need the speaker to
be anxious.
makes eye contact effective.