Foolproof Speechwriting for NonSpeechwriters Fraser P. Seitel yusakeaol.com May 23, 2006

1
Foolproof Speechwriting for Non-Speechwriters
Fraser P. Seitel
yusake_at_aol.com May 23, 2006
2
What is a Speech?

• Designed to be heard
• Simple, graphic, concrete language
• Demands a response
• Clear-cut objective
• Tailored to specific audience

3
Preparing for Battle

• 5 Ws
• Dig
• Think
• Seek

4
The Speech

• Introduction
• Thesis
• Body
• Conclusion

5
Formal Speech Organization

• Chronological
• Spatial
• Topical
• Distributive
• Problem/solution