For this discussion post you'll be writing about why public speaking is important. Read Chapter 1 and watch the video posted below. Both the reading and video
discussion why the ability to use you voice is important.
TED ideas worth spreading by clint smith
Your initial post has 2 parts and should be at least 150 words long.
Part 1: After watching the video, I want you to reflect on the consequences of being unable to use your voice. Write about what occurs when people are unable or
unwilling to speak up. What are the reasons that people might not speak up?
Part 2: Your reading covers 11 speaking competencies that are key to getting a message across. Which competency do you think is the most important towards getting your
message across and combating the problems identified in part 1?