Evaluate Your Speaking Skills
Evaluation Checklist
I feel confident and comfortable giving speeches
I enjoy speaking before an audience
I have no difficulty in finding interesting speech topics
I prepare thoroughly for every speech I present
I always plan my speeches with a clear purpose or goal in mind
I always consider my audience’s needs and interests when planning a speech
I am able to organize my ideas into a clear, logical outline
I speak with sincerity, earnestness, and enthusiasm
My speech openings capture audience attention and lead into my topic
I support the main points of my speeches with relevant data or examples
I end my speeches in a definite, memorable and conclusive manner
I build smooth transitions between my opening, body, and conclusion
I am able to speak effectively without depending heavily on notes
My speech delivery is free of verbal crutches, such as “ah” or “uhm”
My voice is easily heard without being too loud
I use vocal variety as a means of adding emphasis and feeling to my words
My delivery is free of distracting movements or mannerisms
My gestures, body movements, and facial expressions are purposeful, natural and spontaneous
I use eye contact as a means of establishing bonds with my listeners
I am careful to use words that precisely and vividly carry my message to the audience
I gracefully accept others’ evaluations of my speeches and attempt to profit from them
I am able to listen carefully and analytically to others’ speeches
I am able to evaluate others’ speeches in a tactful and helpful way
I am able to think quickly and clearly in an impromptu speaking situation
How did you do??? I can give myself a 5 on some and 3-4 on the others
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