Dr. Devesh Thakur
The video explains: 1. Persuasive speaking is a deliberate attempt to influence an audience's beliefs and behaviors through communication. 2. The goal of persuasion is to change behaviors, beliefs, attitudes, or opinions, and it operates on the premise that the listener has free choice. 3. Persuasion is fundamentally different from force or manipulation, as it does not involve deceitfully preying upon someone's weaknesses. 4. Sound planning is essential for effective persuasion, involving the identification of audience stances, predispositions, and areas of agreement or disagreement. 5. Speech outcomes in persuasive speaking should be tangible and clear, such as signing a donation card or taking specific actions.
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.