Speak Clearly
Clear speech gives important words enough space to be heard and understood.
Slow down selectively
You do not need to speak slowly all the time.
Slow slightly for names, numbers, unfamiliar terms, and important ideas.
Finish words
Rushing often causes the ends of words and sentences to disappear.
Clear articulation matters more than exaggerated pronunciation.
Use comfortable volume
Speak loudly enough to reach the audience without forcing your voice.
A microphone should support clarity, not replace it.
Example
Instead of rushing through a statistic, pause before it: “The key number is… thirty-seven percent.”
Common mistake
Trying to fix unclear speech only by speaking louder.
Try this
Read four sentences aloud twice. On the second round, underline one important word in each sentence and make it especially clear.
Keep in mind
Clarity comes from control, not volume alone.
Practice this skill
Give a real speech and use SpeakCoachLab coaching to focus on this skill in context.