Organizing and Delivering an
Impromptu Speech
Objectives:
1. identify the feature of an impromptu speech
2. develop and deliver an effective impromptu
speech
3. evaluate and critique an impromptu speech
Let`s Warm Up
1. Think of one thing that makes you happy.
Write it on 1/4 sheet of paper.
2. Fold the paper and submit it to your
teacher. Your teacher will put all the folded
paper in a box.
3. Each learner will pick a piece of paper from
the box. Then be given one minute to say
something about the word written on the
folded paper
Impromptu Speeches are delivered with little
or no time for preparation. In most instances,
you are called to speak at the spur of the
moment beacuse you are expected to be
knowledgeable about the subject.
Some Useful Tips in Effective Impromptu Speech
Delivery
Before the speech:
1. smile
2. Relax by thinking about positive things. Keep
telling yourself “I am a brilliant speaker”. I will nail
this presenation.”
3. Identify your purpose. Is it to inform, to intertain,
to welcome, to congratulate, to apologize?
4. Apply the rule of three.
5. Start outlining in your head. Focus on what to say
first. Be reminded that your first few words are
crucial, so make them strong, powerful, and catchy.
During the Speech
1. When you are called, keep composed. Walk slowly
to the lectern or podium or the center stage.
2. Shake hand with the one introduce you if
necessary.
3. As you stand to deliver, establish eye contact,
and
begin right away with your opening statements. Part
your opening is getting your audience.
4. From you initial to the next, use appropriate
transition devices.
5. Observe appropriate and effective nonverbal
cues.
6. Observe time limit.
After the speech:
1. Say thank you.
2. Return to your place comfortably.