(by Ramakrishna Reddy)

Ch1: Blueprint for Speech Topic Ideas

Step 1: LARGER PURPOSE of the speech

Step 2: Topics that interest YOU

Step 3: Topics that interest your AUDIENCE

Toastmasters classification:

Ch2: How to find Informational Speech Topic Ideas

Things you like (Books, Gardening, Exercise, Sports, Cooking, Psych, Internet, Expert)

Observations

Problem/Solutions

Ch3: How to find Entertaining Speech Topic Ideas

Humor is largely based on two principles:

Premise and punchline. As a rule of thumb, the premise should be true and should not be funny. The punchline should have the surprise. It can have exaggeration as well.

Self-Deprecating (Large relatable unexpected events, Unusual physical traits, Your current life situation, Your identity)

Characters in your life (Family, Your professional life, Social setting)

Ch4: How to find Persuasive Speech Topic ideas

Ideally, every persuasive/inspiring speech should have these three elements:

Ch5: How to find Inspiring Speech Topic ideas


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Last modified 07 October 2024