Communication involves

speaking and listening.

With a few pointers, you could

be excellent at both!

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…mostly important for comprehension! To follow

multi-step instruction

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To answer

questions

To problem

solve

To compete a single

task

Listening

Our communication style affects how others react to and perceive

us.LISTENINGcan reduce conflicts, increase

productivity, and improve teamwork!

All conversations and presentations will not

always be high energy and invigorating!

You should focus on the big picture, the THEME!

FOCUS

FOCUS

FOCUS

Identify the purpose, main ideas,

and supporting details!

Did you listen well enough to

summarize, paraphrase,

and/or critiquethe speech at the end?

Can you indentify and analyze the organizational structure of a

speech?

Chronological Problem-

solution

Sequential

Comparison-

ContrastCause-Effect

See next slide for details!

Organizational Structure of a Speech

HOW is the speech you’re listening to organized?

1st 2nd

3rd

Sequential? Order of importanceIs there

a method to the

madness?

Chronological? This is like a timeline!

Problem-Solution? Problem named and ideas are given to solve it.

Comparison-Contrast? Similarities and differences are explored.

Cause-Effect? Actions and results are detailed.

Stellar listening will:

Boost your comprehension,maximize your intelligence,

andincrease your fan-base!

The LISTENER becomes

the PRESENTE

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Presenter Skills:Eye-Contact

Clear EnunciationEffective Speaking

RateEffective Speaking

VolumeNatural Gestures

SpeakingMemorable presenters are considerate of their audience!

Your presentation WILL be effective when you:

•Preview the content in the introduction

•Use an Organizational Pattern

•Offer Ideas and Supporting Details

•Use various Transitions

•Provide a BRIEF summary or conclusion

BE GRACIOUS!

Pay it Forward!

Listening and paying attention to

the speaker will have a direct impact on the

effectiveness of your presentation!

With courteous listening you will EARN the audience’s attention when it’s your turn!

Get your AUDIENCE behind you!