Vocal Techniques:
* Pauses: Strategic silences to emphasize a point, create suspense, or allow the audience to reflect.
* Pitch Variation: Changing pitch to create emphasis, convey emotion, or signal a transition.
* Volume: Increasing or decreasing volume for emphasis or emotional effect.
* Rate of Speech: Varying the pace to create urgency, emphasize a point, or control the flow of information.
* Vocal Inflections: Using rising and falling intonation to highlight key phrases, convey emotion, or ask questions.
* Vocal Qualities: Tone, resonance, and timbre can all influence the persuasiveness of a speech.
Non-verbal Techniques:
* Eye Contact: Connecting with the audience by looking at them directly.
* Gestures: Hand and body movements to emphasize points, illustrate ideas, and engage the audience.
* Facial Expressions: Conveying emotion and enhancing the impact of words.
* Proximity: Moving closer to the audience to create a sense of intimacy or urgency.
Other Unique Techniques:
* Repetition: Repeating key phrases or words to reinforce a point or create a sense of rhythm.
* Alliteration and Assonance: These devices are often more impactful when spoken aloud, creating a pleasing sound that makes the speech more memorable.
* Anecdotes and Personal Stories: These are powerful in spoken language, allowing the speaker to connect with the audience on a personal level.
Important Note: While these devices are unique to speaking, they are often combined with written elements like strong arguments, compelling evidence, and effective organization.