We may not think of it, but our speech has tone and melody. Listen to people as they tell funny stories.

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What does their voice sound like?

Is their voice high or low?

Do their words have dynamic pitch changes?

Is their voice monotone and dull?

 

When you are excited, your tone is playful so during a presentation use a variety of vocal tones as it allows the audience to know more about your message.

Pacing is almost always a challenge for beginning presenters because we tend to rush when we are nervous. However, it is hard to listen to someone who is racing through their presentation.

 

Try to relax and use a conversational pace. 

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Speaking loud enough to be heard across a room is not easy.

 

Avoid yelling. Instead, speak from your chest. If you try to add volume from your throat, your voice will become hoarse.

 

Stand up straight when you speak so that your posture helps you to produce a voice that can be heard.