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Laying the Proper Communication Foundation Basic Speech Vocab: Rhetoric - The art or study of using language effectively and persuasively Oratory - The art of public speaking; Eloquence or skill in making speeches to the public An orator is a person who delivers oratory and uses words effectively. The Proper Communication Foundation includes: Working towards being a better person Communicating Constructively Caring about your audience Working to be a Better Person Daniel Webster – A famous orator (public speaker) from the 19th century, said that if he could keep only one of his talents/abilities, he would keep his ability to speak (effectively communicate). He said, “With the ability to speak I could regain all that I had lost.” Webster would want us to know that those who communicate should work to make the world a better place. Becoming Better People Cont. Some famous speakers, such as MLK Jr., have worked to make this world a better place. May we continually be challenged to use our communication skills to positively affect the lives of those around us Self Communication Self reflection is often times the best step towards being effective and ethical communicators (and a better person) Before we say something to someone we should think internally what the effects of our words/actions may be on that person. THINK BEFORE WE SPEAK. Inner dialogue is known as INTRApersonal communication Self Communication continued Intrapersonal communication helps us learn from the mistakes we make as communicators If we don’t learn from our mistakes, then we will never grow to be better communicators On the flip side, be able to compliment yourself on a job well done Communicating Constructively We must communicate with others in a positive way that builds other people up and encourages them to be all they can be This is known as Interpersonal communication Interpersonal Communication This is the type of communication that occurs any time messages are transmitted between two or more people If too large a group, the interpersonal communication becomes less personal (small group – public comm. – mass comm.) This is not limited to formal speaking situations Interpersonal communication may include: Conversations with friends in the hall, dinner table conversations, on the job interactions etc. So long as there are clear messages being conveyed between a smaller amount of people, effective interpersonal CMU is taking place Taking Care of an Audience (1 or more people) Ask the following questions: 1. Is this material appropriate to share? 2. How would I feel if I were asked that question? 3. Am I giving my audience new information (is this worth their time and mine?) 4. Is my material too difficult or too easy for my audience? 5. What can I say to effectively change someone’s mind? AUDIENCE FEEDBACK IS KEY! Methods for Communicating Effectively with Others: Be Logical – Use factual/sequential evidence to prove your point; THNK THINGS THROUGH! Show Emotion – It is okay to smile, laugh, cry, be excited, etc. Humans have emotions, so use them to your advantage as a communicator Be Ethical– Show your audience that you have a natural honesty about you, a strong sense of right and wrong, and a non-compromising approach to important values