Developing Public Speaking Skills: Techniques and Strategies for Effective Communication
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-cchpbspdvsklconfoth-06
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About the Article
This article presents a comprehensive exploration of the key techniques and strategies for developing effective public speaking skills through coaching. It examines the four core dimensions of performance—vocal delivery, non-verbal communication, structured speech organization, and storytelling—and provides practical exercises and case examples for each. Emphasizing both technique and authenticity, the discussion illustrates how structured practice, feedback, and reflection transform speaking ability from a technical skill into a form of expressive leadership. Challenges such as nervousness, monotone delivery, and overreliance on rehearsal are addressed through adaptive coaching strategies that integrate breath control, articulation, posture, gestures, and audience connection. By combining theoretical perspectives with applied methods, the article positions public speaking development as a holistic process that cultivates confidence, creativity, and authentic presence.
Key Topics
- Public speaking skill development
- Vocal and non-verbal communication
- Storytelling and audience engagement
- Speech structure and organization
- Coaching techniques and exercises
- Authenticity and expressive leadership
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Developing Public Speaking Skills: Techniques and Strategies for Effective Communication. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-cchpbspdvsklconfoth-06
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