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What is the primary focus of the workshop on Effective Speaking in Spontaneous Situations?
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The focus is on participation and practice in spontaneous speaking, not prepared speeches.
Why should you use conversational language and questions to manage anxiety?
Reframing speaking as a conversation helps to make the situation feel less formal and more manageable.
What kind of humor is considered the safest to use in public speaking?
Self-deprecating humor.
List three structures for effective responses in spontaneous speaking.
1. Problem-Solution-Benefit 2. What-So What-Now What
Why is it important to tailor your approach to cultural considerations in public speaking?
Different audiences have varying expectations, so tailoring your approach ensures you respect and connect with them effectively.
What technique can help you be more present before speaking?
Using physical activity, music, or tongue twisters like “I slit a sheet...”
What maxim is used to encourage breaking mental barriers in spontaneous speaking?
"Dare to be dull."
How can you handle hostile questions during a Q&A session?
Acknowledge the emotion, reframe the question, and paraphrase for clarity.
Name an engagement technique for speaking to remote audiences.
Using polls or imagined scenarios to engage the audience.
What percentage of people get nervous while speaking in public?
85% of people.
What is meant by 'processing fluency' in the context of spontaneous speaking?
Processing fluency refers to the ease with which a listener can understand and process information.
Describe the exercise 'shout the wrong name' mentioned in the notes.
It's an exercise designed to help break mental barriers by shouting an incorrect name, helping participants to loosen up.
What is the improv principle for seeing a situation as an opportunity?
"Yes, and..."
Why is the 'Problem-Solution-Benefit' structure useful in spontaneous speaking?
It helps define the issue, how to solve it, and the benefits, making the response structured and clear.
What is the key benefit of anxiety as mentioned in the workshop?
Anxiety provides energy and focus.
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