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Incorporate humor to engage the audience from "summary" of A-Z Mastering the Art of Public Speaking by Kate Agbontaen
Humor is a powerful tool that can be used to capture the attention of an audience and keep them engaged throughout a presentation. By incorporating humor into your speech, you can create a more relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere, making it easier for your audience to connect with you and your message. When using humor in your speech, it is important to be authentic and true to your own personality. This will help you come across as genuine and relatable to your audience, making them more likely to respond positively to your humor. Humor can also be used to break the ice and create a sense of camaraderie with your audience. By sharing a joke or a funny anecdote at the beginning of your speech, you can help to put your audience at ease and establish a connection with them from the very start. Incorporating humor into your speech can also help to make your message more memorable. People are more likely to remember information that is presented in a humorous way, so by infusing your speech with humor, you can increase the chances that your audience will retain and recall the key points of your presentation.- Humor is a valuable tool that can help you engage your audience and make your speech more effective. By using humor authentically and strategically, you can create a more enjoyable and memorable experience for your audience, while also increasing the impact of your message.
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