Public speaking

Public Speaking (sometimes termed oratory or oration) is the process or act of performing a presentation (a speech) focused around an individual directly speaking to a live audience in a structured, deliberate manner in order to inform, influence, or entertain them. Public speaking is commonly understood as the formal, face-to-face talking of a single person to a group of listeners, either for school, workplace or our personal lies. It is closely allied to b'"'presentingb'"', although the latter is more often associated with commercial activity. Most of the time, public speaking is to persuade the audience. In public speaking, as in any form of communication, there are five basic elements, often expressed as b'"'who is saying what to whom using what medium with what effects?b'"' The purpose of public speaking can range from simply transmitting information, to motivating people to act, to simply telling a story. Good orators should be able to change the emotions of their listeners, not just inform them. Public speaking has several components that embrace such things as motivational speaking, leadership/personal development, business, customer service, large group communication, and mass communication. Public speaking can be a powerful tool to use for purposes such as motivation, influence, persuasion, informing, translation, or simply ethos. This is a course specifically designed to help you when speaking publicly. Public speaking is a process of speaking a group of people in a structured, deliberate manner intended to inform, influence, or entertain the listeners. It is closely allied to b'"'presentingb'"'. Public speaking is commonly understood as a kind of face-to-face speaking between individuals and an audience for the purpose of communication. Developing skills in this area will increase your confidence and reduce anxiety about situations in which you may be called upon to speak in public. Public Speaking can branch out into the following careers: motivational speaking, leadership/personal development, business, customer service, large group communication, and mass communication. Benefits: •Achieve your business goals by becoming an outstanding communicator. •You will negotiate better, sell better, present better, network better and understand what communication really means. •Providing effective, measurable training - focused on your business goals. • Changing behaviour through inspiring, interactive talks. •Teaching solid systems that are easily integrated and improve results. •Releasing the expressive power of the voice and body when communicating. •Turn your expertise into a compelling short talk. •Developing your skills; strengthens you and brings relaxation to any performance.

This is a course specifically designed to help you when speaking publicly. Public speaking is a process of speaking a group of people in a structured, deliberate manner intended to inform, influence, or entertain the listeners. It is closely allied to "presenting". Public speaking is commonly understood as a kind of face-to-face speaking between individuals and an audience for the purpose of communication. Developing skills in this area will increase your confidence and reduce anxiety about situations in which you may be called upon to speak in public. Public Speaking can branch out into the following careers: motivational speaking, leadership/personal development, business, customer service, large group communication, and mass communication. Benefits: • Achieve your business goals by becoming an outstanding communicator. • You will negotiate better, sell better, present better, network better and understand what communication really means. • Providing effective, measurable training - focused on your business goals. • Changing behaviour through inspiring, interactive talks. • Teaching solid systems that are easily integrated and improve results. • Releasing the expressive power of the voice and body when communicating. • Turn your expertise into a compelling short talk. • Developing your skills; strengthens you and brings relaxation to any performance. SKYPE LESSONS AVAILABLE

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With the completion of this course, I empower Professionals to deliver with confidence, authority and impact. Public speaking is fundamental to success in professional and public life. Presentation training helps people create simple, clear and compelling presentations which can be delivered effectively, whatever the situation. This course also aids anyone presenting documentaries, and charity events. Course outline: Voice Control – establishing an adequate breathing to improve quality of voice; Stage Presence – X-factor; Pitch & Resonance; Tone – what tone to use in your speech; Body Language – hands, posture; Delivery – modulation, controlling the voice - inflection; Articulation = Diction; Enunciation = Vowels; Audience relationship – what is the bottom line?, connect and interact; Ice Breakers Apply assertive verbal skills to capture and maintain audience interest Managing Public Speaking Anxiety; Using humour Understanding the various types of speeches and how to prepare, practice and analyze Types of speeches: Acceptance, Charity, Christmas, Demonstrative, Descriptive, Entertaining, Eulogies/Memorials, Impromptu, Informative, Inspirational, Layout, Motivational, Narrative, New Year, Persuasive, Retirement/Farewell, Team, Thank you. SKYPE LESSONS AVAILABLE

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Visit our Table Bay Toastmasters Club meeting as a guest and see how easy it is to improve your public speaking and general communication skills. It will cost you the price of a meal (obligatory) and you are not compelled to speak, as a guest. As part of the non-profit Toastmasters International organisation, the Table Bay Club meets monthly in the Cape Town city bowl/Atlantic suburbs area. Our next meeting is on 27th January at 18h00 for 18h30 at the Best Western Cape Suites Hotel above the CPUT. Contact Geoff on 083 280 2456 for more information

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In the 7 years I have been running Biebie productions, I have had ample students who require adequate communication skills predominantly regarding how to speak correctly. If you are looking to increase your career options and your speech is holding you back, I can help. I do have a 100% success rate on this course, and have references upon references to prove how valuable this course is. Course Outline: · How to develop your voice using posture, relaxation + breathing; · Neutralizing any accent – resonance, pitch + tone; · Eliminating any/all speech faults – stuttering, mumbling; · Birth defects such as cleft palate/ cleft lip; · Strengthening weak oral muscles; · Reducing any accent: Colored, Xhosa, Zulu, Sotho, Zimbabwean, Afrikaans, French; English (England), American etc.; · Communication skills in a private, public and corporate setting; · Public Speaking and confidence building; · Maximizing your vocal capacity giving you versatility and dynamics when speaking; · You will have better diction and clarity – articulation and enunciation; · Switch board, private and public sector and corporate sector, answering (phones), Front of house sales, etc; · You will learn how to gain confidence in speech within your working Environment – verbal dynamics; · SWOT analysis; · Understanding your strengths and weaknesses and developing positive affirmations; Overcoming all threats (fear, failure, criticisms etc.). SKYPE LESSONS AVAILABLE

The Helen O'Grady Drama Academy offers adult drama classes at the Athenaeum in Newlands on Thursday evenings from 7-8 pm. The course follows our international programme to develop public speaking, presentation and performance skills. We get a wide range of people attending these classes, from those just wanting to increase confidence and speaking ability to those who would like to follow acting as a career. The classes are great fun and a way to meet other people in the evenings. For further details, please contact our office.

Need assistance with the following skills: 1. Essay Writing 2. Researching 3. Study Skills 4. Test-taking techniques 5. English language skills 6. Communication skills (debate, public speaking) 7. Critical reading skills (reading for understanding) 8. Critical thinking skills (analysing and interpreting information) 9. Self-Management (motivation, stress management, healthy habits) 10. Time-Management (practical goal-setting, prioritising tasks, breaking a project down into manageable tasks) We can gladly assist any student or individual seeking to succeed academically and professionally. Rates: R185 per hour/per person (virtual - via WhatsApp, Skype) Packages are available. Contact Us Today to book your FREE 20 minute consultation to determine how we can assist you.

Rising Star Performing Arts Academy; your ticket to a future of possibilities! Mission Using Speech, Drama and Performing Arts to develop confident, creative and unique individuals Description We design our programs with the following in mind:- develop life skills; public speaking, self-confidence, teamwork, time management. develop theatrical skills; stage craft, acting, movement, improvisation. develop stage and screen performance time for students.

THE Performing Arts Academy of Choice - Our program develops stage and life skills such as public speaking, self-confidence and teamwork. We develop the confidence to speak out and the ability to “act out”, in the theatrical sense of course. Registration is open throughout the year.

Unlock a World of Verbal Excellence for Your Little One! Is your child ready to embark on a journey of self-expression, confidence, and articulate communication? Biebie Productions presents a specially crafted Children's Elocution Course designed to empower young minds with the skills they need to communicate effectively and express themselves with flair. Course Features: 1.Interactive Learning: Engaging and age-appropriate activities that make learning a joyous experience. 2.Storytelling Magic: Nurture the art of storytelling to foster creativity and improve communication skills. 3.Expressive Vocabulary Building: Help your child expand their vocabulary, enhancing their ability to express thoughts and ideas. 4.Confidence Boost: Develop public speaking skills in a supportive environment, building confidence from an early age. 5.Fun and Games: Learn through play with games and exercises that make the elocution journey enjoyable. 6.Positive Feedback: Our experienced instructors provide constructive feedback to encourage growth and development. Benefits of Biebie Productions Children's Elocution Course: ✨ Enhanced Communication Skills: Equip your child with the ability to express themselves clearly and confidently. ✨ Boosted Self-Esteem: Cultivate a sense of self-assurance through effective communication. ✨ Creative Expression: Develop a love for language and storytelling, unlocking creativity. ✨ Academic Success: Improved communication skills contribute to better academic performance. ✨ Social Confidence: Help your child navigate social situations with ease and grace. Give Your Child the Gift of Confidence! Enroll Today! Secure your child's spot in the Biebie Productions Children's Elocution Course and witness the transformative journey to confident communication! WHATSAPP us at 084 625 4104 to enroll and set your child on the path to eloquent self-expression!

The Helen O'Grady Drama Academy in Cape Town runs Saturday classes in Newlands for children aged 5-18 in three age groups: Lower Primary 2-3 pm, Upper Primary 3-4 pm, and Youth Theatre 4-5 pm. The Academy is one of the largest drama schools in the world and follows an extensive drama curriculum to develop communication, public speaking, presentation skills and performance skills. Children can start in the Academy at age 5 and they will never repeat a lesson until age 18! The Academy's teacher's are all fully trained in the exclusive curriculum taught in these classes and children get the latest and most up-to-date teaching with lots of positive reinforcement. This is why the classes in Cape Town are so popular. Many of the children from the Saturday drama classes have acted in film, theatre and radio and we are very proud of their achievements. The Academy also has a casting agency attached for this wishing to pursue acting further. Contact the office for further information:

Radio presenters (a.k.a Disk Jockey, Radio Announcer, Radio Broadcaster) are the public voice of commercial, public and community radio stations. They compile and present radio programs to the public on a range of topics and with a specific musical or topical focus that may vary according to the type of station for which they work or their particular skills or areas of interest. Their on-air presentation may focus more on a particular style of music, on interviewing and talkback, or on a specific topic like sports, cooking, current affairs or gardening. You will learn how to: prepare and present news, sport or other Information, conducts interviews, and introduce music, performance And special events on radio. This occupation requires high levels of creative talent or personal commitment and interest. If you feel you have what it takes, come and participate in the course. My students who have completed this course are featured on Bok Radio, CCFM Radio, Bush Radio and Radio Goodhope. YOU COULD BE NEXT! REFERENCES: Fusi Nkoala – CCFM: “My native language is Sotho, so speaking English was difficult for me and coupled with presenting I really needed help. Barbara was very patient with me and accommodating (as I am studying and sometimes can’t attend class) she didn’t mind moving my class times around to meet my needs. She made me aware of my speech faults, pace and how when I am on radio I do the weirdest things – rebound at the end of a word. She really helped me achieve my goal of being a permanent radio presenter on CCFM. She is brilliant!” Sisanda Nkoala – Bush Radio and Goodhope: “After completing my course I really wanted to get a slot on Goodhope, Barbara was so encouraging and inspiring and helped me each step of the way. She will go out of her way to help you reach your goals. She is very professional in all areas and it shows in her way of presenting the course material. She helped me reach my goal. Book a course with her today!” SKYPE LESSONS AVAILABLE

If you have decided to become a radio presenter, this course will be ideal for you! You will learn how to prepare yourself for going onto radio and how to act whilst on air. It teaches you the ins and outs of radio presenting: compiling play lists, presenting news, weather and sports, creating scripts and generating fresh ideas to keep your audience entertained. This course will increase your knowledge and ensure that you have the necessary skills to present a successful radio show. Radio presenters (a.k.a Disk Jockey, Radio Announcer, Radio Broadcaster) are the public voice of commercial, public and community radio stations. They compile and present radio programs to the public on a range of topics and with a specific musical or topical focus that may vary according to the type of station for which they work or their particular skills or areas of interest. Their on-air presentation may focus more on a particular style of music, on interviewing and talkback, or on a specific topic like sports, cooking, current affairs or gardening. Benefits: •A better understanding of how to present yourself over the radio. •Create a radio show. •Assisting a DJ with compiling and presenting everyday segments, such as news, weather and sports. •Establish and build an on-air identity. •Read a news bulletin effectively. •Conduct a radio interview. •Present and produce a package. REFERENCES: Fusi Nkoala – CCFM: “My native language is Sotho, so speaking English was difficult for me and coupled with presenting I really needed help. Barbara was very patient with me and accommodating (as I am studying and sometimes can’t attend class) she didn’t mind moving my class times around to meet my needs. She made me aware of my speech faults, pace and how when I am on radio I do the weirdest things – rebound at the end of a word. She really helped me achieve my goal of being a permanent radio presenter on CCFM. She is brilliant!” Sisanda Nkoala – Bush Radio and Goodhope: “After completing my course I really wanted to get a slot on Goodhope, Barbara was so encouraging and inspiring and helped me each step of the way. She will go out of her way to help you reach your goals. She is very professional in all areas and it shows in her way of presenting the course material. She helped me reach my goal. Book a course with her today!”

Elocution is speaking in a polished and professional way. Accent Reduction is when you reduce your current accent (Coloured, African, Afrikaans, European, etc.) so that you can sound more neutral English like what you hear in South Africa. The course makes you aware of the sound system (or phonology) of a language or dialect: which include identifying problems in the person's current speech from the desired accent (such as pronunciation, speech patterns, and speech habits), changing the way one uses the mouth, teeth, and tongue to form vowel and consonant sounds, modifying one's intonation and stress patterns, and changing one's rhythm. Using this method, individuals trying to help their communication; will learn how to alter their speech to more closely resemble the accent of neutral English commonly used in SA and abroad, thus enhancing the clarity of their communication within the workplace. Benefits: •Greater confidence when speaking in public, business and social situations •Better Communication with people at conferences, meetings and or on the telephone •Greater awareness of how to use your voice effectively •Professionalize the way you speak •Improved results when you need to get your ideas across •Elocution Techniques to control and project your voice •A reduction of any specific voice features including a regional or national accent •Clear speech and diction in a neutral accent helping you reach your potential and goals.

The Biebie Productions Elocution & Accent Reduction Course caters to your unique communication needs. Your voice is your tool and you will be taught how to project yourself in a more confident manner, speaking with precision, charm, self-control and influence. Biebie changes lives whilst training winners! BENEFITS: •Greater confidence, clarity and influence when speaking in public, business and social situations •Better Communication and engagement with people at conferences, meetings, Retail (sales) and or on the telephone •Assist in scholars learning the TEFL course •Greater awareness of HOW to use the voice effectively (vocal presence) •Professionalize the way you speak •Improved results when you need to get your ideas across •Elocution Techniques to control and project your voice •A reduction of any specific features of voice including a regional or national accent •Clear speech and diction (pronunciation) in a neutral accent helping you reach your potential and goals.