Dr. Devesh Thakur
The video explains: 1. When organizing persuasive messages, consider your audience's potential hostility and present your strongest arguments first to capture their attention and prevent them from tuning out. 2. Avoid burying key arguments and evidence in the middle of your message, as listeners are more likely to remember information presented at the beginning and end. 3. If you want your audience to take specific action, it's most effective to make your call to action at the end of your speech, as it will have greater impact in the conclusion. 4. When addressing a well-informed audience familiar with the disadvantages of your proposal, it's often better to present both sides of the issue rather than just the advantages. 5. Acknowledge counterarguments and refute them with evidence and logic. Comparing your proposal with an alternative recommendation can also demonstrate why your solution is superior.
Dr. Devesh Thakur is an enthusiastic and dedicated educator with a passion for cultivating confident communicators. His love for communications & public speaking has led him to earn several certificate courses in public speaking and presentations. He has written several articles, blogs, and books on communication and interpersonal skills.
With PG & Ph.D. from the prestigious Indian Veterinary Research Institute in Extension Education, he has fifteen years of experience in teaching communication courses to varied students of agricultural universities in India. His teaching philosophy revolves around creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students can overcome their fears and develop the art of persuasive expression. Through a combination of recorded video lectures, and personalized online support, he strives to equip learners with the tools to articulate their ideas with clarity, impact, and conviction.