About the Speaking Stories Series The Speaking Stories Series chronicles anecdotes told by real people about their speaking experiences. Seek to Speak hopes to inspire more people to speak out through the connection they make with the stories shared here. We are also interested to hear your speaking stories! Every story published will be credited […]
Speaking Stories #1: My First Debate Competition Read More »
Your voice is a powerful tool. It doesn’t just spout out words; it also expresses emotion, emphasizes a message, and contextualizes a scenario. Only second to body language (55%), vocal expression represents a large percentage (38%) of communication – especially compared to the words that you use (7%). The tone, volume, and pace of your
Vocal Variety – The Art of Saying More with Less! Read More »
Malaysia Public Speaking Open 2020 is now online! Do something productive and show off your public speaking skills during the MCO! I am extremely proud to be on the core judging panel alongside two other amazing judges! The competition’s theme, “The Ever-Evolving World”, will feature topics that are both engaging and current. I can’t wait to
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With most parts of the world on lockdown and many fighting for their lives, we are living in uncertain and terrifying times. There is a general feeling of helplessness and despair when we turn on the news and contemplate our new reality. However, with the rate of infections falling and the world working together on
Stellar Speeches #2: Hope in Dire Times Read More »
Imagine this: Your friend stomps into the room in a huff. He slams his bag onto his chair and slumps into it. You ask him if everything is okay. He replies with a sigh, “I’m fine.” Are you more likely to believe what he says or how he acts? As you know, actions speak louder
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During this time of turmoil, it is important to stay motivated and inspired at home. Therefore, Seek to Speak is starting a new biweekly series called “Stellar Speeches” in which we chronicle a collection of speeches connected by a common theme. This series is intended to share impressive speeches that excite, embolden, and educate! This
Stellar Speeches #1: Women with Words Read More »
Other than WOW-ing your audience, introductions should also preview your speech and establish your credibility, as explained here in the first installment of this series. Now, imagine starting your speech with the following WOW Statement: What is the speech about? Mental Health? Death? Unemployment? It’s actually about life under quarantine due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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It only takes 7 seconds for a person to have an impression of you, to pass judgment, and to determine your “trustworthiness”. This is why first impressions are so important. In a speech, this first impression comes in the form of your introduction – the first thing you say to the audience. Hence, your audience
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With the rising fear of Covid-19, governments around the world are quick to introduce and implement emergency short-term policies to address and contain the spread of the virus. Expediency and enforcement are key. However, long term policies require a longer thought process, typically crafted with sustainability and certainty in mind. An important step in determining
Policies and its Stakeholders Read More »
When Budget 2020 was announced on 11 October 2019 by then Finance Minister, Lim Guan Eng, the country was abuzz with discussions. Who were the biggest winners and losers? What’s in it for me? Who or what else is going to be taxed? Six months later, we are already feeling the effects of Budget 2020
How to create great policy speeches! Read More »
