YOU’RE READY TO “MOVE TO THE NEXT LEVEL” AS A PUBLIC SPEAKER WHEN YOU…

1. Feel in charge of your nervousness when you begin a speech.

2. Do without extensive notes.

3. Handle human or technical interruptions well.

4. Make spontaneous “off-the-cuff” comments.

5. Tell stories naturally, including some about yourself.

6. Regularly refer to authoritative evidence.

7. Imitate other people and activities easily and frequently.

8. Use creative sounds, movements, visual aids, and terminology.

9. Refer to the here-and-now, including members of the audience.

10. Adjust to diverse and unexpected facilities and equipment.

11. Move freely throughout your full available space