Dr. Devesh Thakur
The video explains: 1. The closing of a presentation is crucial as it should leave a favorable impression and compel the audience to continue thinking about the speech. 2. The conclusion should summarize key ideas, reinforce the purpose of the speech, and provide closure without introducing new ideas. 3. Final appeals in the conclusion can "wow" the audience, remind them of the desired response, and motivate them to act or change their attitude. 4. Verbal cues such as transitional phrases and nonverbal cues like a pause, slower speaking rate, and a falling vocal inflection can signal the conclusion. 5. The conclusion should be short, avoid abrupt endings, build the message but remain concise, and refrain from introducing new concepts. It should inspire and resonate emotionally with the audience.
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.