1. Write
   1. Write/Speak it loud
   2. Structure
      1. Personal story
      2. Thank-yous
      3. Message
      4. Supporting story
      5. Directive
      6. Benediction
      7. logical through-line
   3. Find your core message
2. Rehearse
   1. Read out loud
      1. Yourself
      2. Friend/Partner
   2. Why
      1. discover new edits
      2. a practiced performance
3. Memorize
   1. internalize speech enough
   2. have words you need
4. Bring notes
   1. fit notes on index cards
   2. memory aid
5. Good public speaking stuff
   1. Take your time
   2. Have confidence in your speech
   3. Keep making eye contact
   4. Say “Thank you.”