Evaluating Public Speaking Performance: Strategies for Continuous Improvement
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-eng-au-tp-tch-09
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About the Article
Evaluating performance is fundamental to continuous improvement in public speaking. This article explores strategies such as audience feedback, structured self-assessment, action planning, peer review, and mentorship to refine delivery, strengthen engagement, and foster long-term skill development. Practical methods including recording presentations, using rating scales, and maintaining reflective journals are discussed alongside organizational approaches. By bridging theory with applied techniques, the article positions performance evaluation as a core competency for speakers committed to continuous learning and improvement.
Key Topics
- Audience feedback collection and analysis
- Structured self-assessment and reflection
- Applying feedback through action planning
- Peer review and mentorship programs
- Continuous learning and deliberate practice
- Long-term improvement of public speaking performance
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Evaluating Public Speaking Performance: Strategies for Continuous Improvement. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-eng-au-tp-tch-09
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