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What Constitutes a Good Speaker?

Depending on your experience, the thought of listening to a speaker could recall memories of nodding off as someone launched into the second hour of their speech. Conversely, it may recall an altogether better and more inspiring experience of someone who knew how to engage their audience and capture their attention. Everyone would prefer the second scenario, but what makes a good speaker? What makes people focus on a person’s every word? Many good speakers share commonalities, regardless of the topic they are speaking on. Here are some of the main elements. They are aware of their audience Have you ever listened to a speaker who clearly loved the sound of their own voice? They’re not inspiring, are they? The best speakers look outward and engage their audience by being aware of their interests, hopes, and fears. Whatever topic they are speaking on, it is targeted at the audience. The idea is for the audience to leave feeling better than they did when they arrived.