Stephen Lucas Public Speaking

Chapter one of Stephen Lucas' The Art of Public Speaking focuses on the basics of learning to properly speak in public. Lucas begins the chapter discussing the power that public speaking has. Lucas writes, "The importance of such skills is true across the board- for accountants and architects, teachers and technicians, scientist and stockbrokers" (Lucas, 2015, p. 5). In every career field, public speaking is a skill that is essential. Once Lucas disuses the power of public speaking, he writes to inform the reader about the history and traditions of public speaking. Public speaking can be dated as far back as around 4,500 years ago in Egypt. No matter the subject or place, public speaking was something that was important in many cultures. Whether
8). There are usually time limitations when speaking in public as well as the use of more formal language. Once these differences are identified, it is important to develop confidence. Many people share the same fears about speaking in public and this is normal. It is okay to nervous; this nervousness can be turned into excitement. In order to have a successful speech, there must be lots of time spent on preparing the speech. When preparing the speech, it is important to think critically about what will be said. The speech must be logical and well organized. Not only is the speech important, but the speech communication process is also a key part to having a successful speech. The speaker must communicate with the audience in order for the audience to receive the message correctly and organized. Public speaking is not a "one size fits all". Public speaking can be more difficult and must be tailored when the speaker is speaking in a multicultural world. As cultural diversity increases there are some slang words that may not mean the same things in some cultures as it does in others and it is important to be aware of these differences when giving a
Public speaking as been used throughout history to express ideas through the use of communication. Public speaking has continued on into modern times as well, "many women and men around the globe have spread their ideas and influence through public speaking" (Lucas, 2015, p. 4). Public speaking has always been an important tool and still is when it comes to communicating new thoughts. Public speaking is not something that only people who hold power do either; many jobs ask for employees to be able to speak in public and have strong communication skills. Along with being able to speak in public it is important to be able to think critically about an idea and communicate it in a way that makes sense. Lucas writes, "Public speaking is a vital means of civic engagement. It is a way to express your ideas and the have an impact on issues that matter in society" (Lucas, 2015, p.5). Public speaking holds so many opportunities for the speaker to be able to make a difference in the world when communicating with