Unit 2 - Today's topic

Word

Example

today's topic is

Today's topic is effective communication in business

we are going to discuss

We are going to discuss the importance of body language in presentations

the focus of my presentation is

The focus of my presentation is how to engage an audience effectively

let's start with the basics

Let's start with the basics of public speaking

this is an important topic because

This is an important topic because body language influences perception

let me introduce the main points

Let me introduce the main points before we dive into details

body language plays a crucial role

Body language plays a crucial role in making a strong impression

maintain eye contact

Maintain eye contact to show confidence and engagement

use open gestures

Use open gestures to appear more approachable

avoid crossing your arms

Avoid crossing your arms, as it may signal defensiveness

stand tall and confident

Stand tall and confident to project authority

smile to create a positive atmosphere

Smile to create a positive atmosphere and connect with your audience

use your hands to emphasize key points

Use your hands to emphasize key points and keep your audience engaged

be aware of your posture

Be aware of your posture to project confidence and credibility

your voice should be clear and steady

Your voice should be clear and steady to maintain audience attention

speak at a natural pace

Speak at a natural pace to ensure clarity and understanding

avoid filler words like 'um' and 'uh'

Avoid filler words like 'um' and 'uh' to sound more professional

adapt your speech for an english-speaking audience

Adapt your speech for an English-speaking audience by using simple, clear language

use simple and concise sentences

Use simple and concise sentences to ensure clarity

pronounce words clearly

Pronounce words clearly to avoid misunderstandings

watch your intonation

Watch your intonation to keep your audience engaged

use pauses for emphasis

Use pauses for emphasis and allow your audience to absorb information

ask rhetorical questions

Ask rhetorical questions to make your audience think

engage with your audience through eye contact

Engage with your audience through eye contact and gestures

avoid speaking too fast

Avoid speaking too fast, especially if your audience is not fluent in English

encourage interaction

Encourage interaction by asking questions or requesting feedback