Giving a professional speech is difficult in any language. When you are presenting in English and it isn’t your first language, the challenge is even greater.

LOS ANGELES, CA, USA, April 29, 2016 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Giving a professional speech is difficult in any language. When you are presenting in English and it isn't your first language, the challenge is even greater. Claudette Roche, the Accent Coach offers tips to help you to polish your presentation skills.

The key to success for any endeavor is preparation. It is important to be well versed in the subject you are speaking in, as well as the method of delivery. You can be an excellent speaker, but if you are not an expert on the subject your audience will lose interest. Do your research and be sure that you are up to date with all of your information.

One of the best ways to learn how to give a presentation is to see it done by others. Listening to other professional presentations can help you to gain inspiration for your own speech. You can also benefit by looking for areas where the presentation was less successful. This will give you a chance to prevent making the same kinds of mistakes in your speech. You can find a variety of presentations online. For example, TED Talks offer a great diversity of topics covered by a variety of speakers.

For in-person experience, try attending a local ToastMasters club. You can listen to other community members give presentations on a wide range of subjects, ranging from professional to personal. Professional networking events offer another opportunity to prepare for a larger audience. "One of the best ways to practice English accent training is by meeting new people outside of your current social circle," says Claudette Roche. "Attending community networking events will help you to gauge your progress."

Don't be afraid to use technology to your advantage. PowerPoint is a popular choice for many types of presenters. However, it is important to avoid using large blocks of text in your visual prompts. This can bore the audience and cause them to stop listening. It is better to keep your presentation to pictures and short phrases. Avoid experiencing technical difficulties by practicing with any presentation aids.

Try to connect with your audience. It often helps to use humor as a way to maintain interest. It also helps to stay positive and upbeat. The best way to connect is to be yourself. Take regular breaths and maintain a slow but steady rate of speed. Many speakers make the mistake of speaking too quickly. This can be even more problematic with an accent. Be confident and use body language to convey your meaning. Be prepared to answer any questions that are raised by the audience. Additional interaction can help you to further convey your meaning.

Practicing your speech is essential. Setting aside time to practice in advance will give you an opportunity to overcome any potential obstacles. One key area to work on is your English pronunciation. An English speech coach can help you to focus on your problem areas. You can take classes that focus entirely on pronunciation issues. Coaching is available in a group setting, or through individualized sessions.



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Claudette Roche
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