Dr. Devesh Thakur
The video explains: 1. Flawed speaking often originates from problems in the preparation stage, such as bad planning, poor writing, and insufficient practice. 2. Many people wrongly assume that preparing a speech is a linear process of research, writing, practice, and delivery. 3. The iterative approach to speech development is a better way, involving cycles of drafting the speech, running it, reflecting on the practice, and revising the speech. 4. The number of cycles depends on the importance of the speech, with high-profile speeches requiring more iterations. 5. This approach helps align the content with the delivery and allows speakers to refine their speeches through continuous practice and revision.
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.