Make it clear why you are speaking. Are you speaking to inform or motivate? Think about what would actually motivate your audience. Don't attempt to get things

Make it clear why you are speaking. Are you speaking to inform or motivate? Think about what would actually motivate your audience. Don't attempt to get things right in the first draft. Make notes and revise them. Have conversations with individuals before groups. Use note cards or an outline when you speak, if appropriate. Make the note cards and outline anyway. Practice practice practice.