Adding Humor To A Public Speaking Speech

Here are some more techniques to put some more humor into a public speaking speech.

Be prepared to deliver "impromptu" stories. Carry an index card in your pocket with the first line or a suggestive line of several stories. By quickly glancing at the card you will be able to quickly recall the story.

Practice. A story gets better the more times it is told. Practice in front of the mirror or your family. Try different things - your voice tone, pauses, gestures, facial expressions etc.

If the public speaking audience does not laugh at your story or joke move on. Act as it you didn't expect a response. Don't let it throw you off course. There will be time to assess after the speech.

I'll have some more techniques for adding humor in a few days.