Chapter Eight- Introductions and Conclusions

8.1-General Guidelines for Introductions and Conclusions

• 10% of total speech

• Get to the point

• Establish eye contact

• Pace yourself

8.2-Structuring the Introductions

Attention Getter- anecdote, statistic/fact, question, reference, quote

Establish/Enhance Credibility- explain how you know your topic

Establish Rapport- relationship/connection with your audience

Preview #1- Topic, Central Idea, Purpose

Preview #2- Main Points

8.4-Structuring the Conclusions

Signal the End

Restate Main Points

Clincher- something memorable