Ch 10 movement p.209
Transcript of Ch 10 movement p.209
MovementChapter 10; p. 209-212
Movement
Purposeful◦No “meandering” or “pacing” on stage
Supports communication Shows transition
◦Coincides with speech: moving from point to point Maintains audience attention
◦“Planted stillness” causes boredom unless vocal dynamics
Improves rapport◦Moving towards audience demonstrates a more personal
level◦Provides attachment to audience
“Appropriate”
Delivery Guidelines
Do
1. Maintain good posture2. Make confident visual contact,
direct looks at audience3. Use facial expression &
gestures reinforcing your message
Delivery Guidelines
Do4. Use natural gestures – well timed,
large enough, & support idea expressed
5. Move appropriately showing◦ Transitions◦ Gain & maintain attention◦ Establish rapport
Delivery Guidelines
Don’t4. Be stone-faced or
distractingly animated5. Use stiff, highly planned
or repetitive gestures6. Randomly roam around
stage
Delivery Guidelines
Don’t1. Shift weight from foot to
foot; offsetting posture2. Lean over or lay hands on
podium3. Look over audience’s head,
out window, at ceiling, or down on floor or desktops
Grooming
Dress appropriately for the occasion◦Inquire authority overseeing event
Formal More casual settings
Look your best for positive effects on audience◦Builds trust ◦Success in persuading audience◦Sustains credibility
Formal Dress for Men
Banquets or similar gatherings◦Dress shirt, tie, ◦sports coat/jacket
Recommend dark jackets with white/light color shirt
◦Conservative width, color, & print tie◦Avoid loud plaids, bright primary
colors, or clashing colors (radical)
Consider your audience & their mores (characteristic customs & conventions of a community)
Formal Dress for Women
Modesty should be priorityAnalyze speaking occasion to
determine appropriate dressConservative outfits in
muted/dark colors give greater authority
Simple accessories ◦Not detracting attention of speaker
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