Develop a strong opening and closing for your speeches from "summary" of How to Develop Self Confidence and Improve Public Speaking by Dale Carnegie
When you stand up to speak, you have about a minute to make a favorable impression, to build a bridge of interest and curiosity between yourself and your audience. If you don't make a good impression quickly, your listeners' minds will wander, and their interest will wane. That's why it's crucial to develop a strong opening for your speeches. Your opening should be attention-grabbing, relevant to your topic, and delivered with enthusiasm. You can start with a provocative question, a startling fact, a humorous anecdote, or a powerful quote. Whatever you choose, make sure it sets the tone for your speech and piques your audience's ...
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