Monitor your pace and volume from "summary" of The Art of Public Speaking by Dale Carnegie,J. Berg Esenwein
When delivering a speech, it is important to be mindful of the pace and volume at which you are speaking. This is because the pace and volume at which you speak can greatly impact the effectiveness of your message. If you speak too quickly, your audience may have difficulty following along and understanding what you are saying. On the other hand, if you speak too slowly, your audience may lose interest and become bored. It is important to find a balance in your pace that allows your audience to easily follow along and stay engaged. Similarly, the volume at which you speak can also have a significant impact on how your message is received. Speaking too softly can make it difficult for your audience to hear you, while speaking too loudly can be distracting and off-putting. It is important to find a volume that is loud enough to be heard clearly by everyone in the audience, but not so loud that it becomes overwhelming. One way to monitor your pace and volume is to practice your speech beforehand. By rehearsing your speech, you can get a sense of how quickly or slowly you tend to speak, as well as how loudly or softly you typically project your voice. This can help you make adjustments as needed to ensure that you are speaking at a pace and volume that is effective for your audience. In addition to practicing, it can also be helpful to pay attention to the feedback you receive from your audience. If people are having trouble following along or are straining to hear you, it may be a sign that you need to adjust your pace or volume. By being aware of how your audience is responding, you can make real-time adjustments to ensure that your message is being received clearly and effectively.
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