Preparation

Find speech topic.

Determine who is your target audience.

Approach the speech from the perspective of the audience members.

Think of the main points you want to mention.

Support main points by examples.

Think how you want to get attention.

Eliminate sexist or biased language.

Prepare supporting material.

Make sure your speech will appeal to a wide range of people and not offend anyone.

Write your speech down on handy cue cardsm.

Practise your speech speaking in a loud and clear voice.

Persuasive Speech

Make sure the first few lines will get people's attention.

Focuses on one or two major issues and describes those issues thoroughly.

Make sure your speech exciting, lively and informative.

Time your speech and make sure it's not too long.

Avoid passive voice.

Conclude rather than end the speech.

Download or Print this Speech Checklist

Get a printable version of this checklist in your preferred format: PDF, Word, Excel, or print directly from your browser.

Who it's for

This Speech Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.

Avoid forgetting - keep all your Speech essentials in one place (external memory)
Save time - start from a proven Speech structure instead of a blank page
Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time

How to use this Speech Checklist

Save Speech Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Speech (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.

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