This video is designed for ESL speakers who need practice in pitch, intonation, voice projection, syllable stress, pronouncing numbers and percentages correctly. Building confidence in a second language is emphasized throughout the video, which ends with an informative speech modeling the skills taught.

Tips are given for connecting with a Western audience, such as:
*using appropriate facial expressions, eye contact and body language
*using a microphone and a podium to the best advantage
*using notes or presentation software such as PowerPoint
*creating ‘catchy’ titles to attract the attention of your audience
*dealing with stagefright

This program is appropriate for:
Workplace/Business English communications
International Medical and Legal Professionals
International Teaching and Research Assistants
Academic presenters, University professors
NGO directors and diplomatic envoys
International conference or symposium presenters

*Closed Captioned