Better Speaker Series

The Better Speaker Series is a set of educational speeches on speaking-related topics. Each module provides practical tips that can be of benefit to all members. Included in the program is an outline of the module and a PowerPoint presentation. Each module is designed to be presented as a 10 – 15 minute speech.

Note that the outline is not a script and should not be read word-for-word. Instead, use the document as a guide for presenting the material in your own words and with your own narrative style.

In Pathways Level 4, members will be required to give one presentation from the Better Speaker Series.The table below provides information about each of the presentations.

The series can be downloaded as a ZIP file here. Note that you will need to login to the Toastmaster site in order to download or purchase hard copies of the series.

Presentations	Description
Beginning Your Speech	Suggestions for starting off your speech right.
Concluding Your Speech	Tips for ending your speech with power. Includes a script and a PowerPoint presentation.
Controlling Your Fear	Techniques for overcoming nervousness when speaking.
Impromptu Speaking	Don’t be caught off balance when speaking off-the-cuff!
Selecting Your Topic	Running out of speech ideas? Here’s how to develop new ones.
Know Your Audience	If you can relate to your audience, they will relate to you.
Organizing Your Speech	Once you know what to say, consider next the when and the how.
Creating an Introduction	Great introductions should precede great speeches.
Preparation and Practice	Techniques for preparing and rehearsing your next speech.
Using Body Language	Techniques that will help speakers add impact and reduce distractions through appropriate body language.